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Sarah Marie Parker-Allen ♦ parker-allen.1@osu.edu ♦ ‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗ ♦ Profile ♦ Motivated, enthusiastic college educated professional with experience in a variety of disciplines. Talent for quickly mastering technology and new computer systems. Rational and consistent with coworkers and clients alike; diplomatic and tactful with people from all walks of life. Accustomed to handling sensitive, confidential records & information. Demonstrated history of producing accurate, timely reports under adverse conditions. Thoughtful and disciplined - able to maintain focus and accomplish tasks under adversity. Respectful and competent with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and overcome challenges. Thrives in diverse, multi-tasking environments. A thirst for excellence and innovation. Practical and supportive of teammates and co-workers. ♦ Areas of Expertise ♦ ▶ Analysis & Report Preparation ▶ Research ▶ Writing and Editing ▶ General Office Skills ▶ Computer Proficiency ▶ Customer Service ▶ Sales & Marketing ▶ Front Office Operations ▶ Media and Public Relations ‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗ ♦ Education ♦ The Ohio State University - Columbus, Ohio - Bachelor of Arts (March, 2007) Majoring in Political Science and International Studies (Eastern Europe.) GPA in Majors: 3.53 ♦ Skills ♦ Proficient in the Microsoft suite of tools (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, FrontPage etc.) for word processing, spreadsheet, and graphic design, including internal/external correspondence, reports, procedure manuals, and presentations. Intermediate proficiency in the Russian language. Superior research and writing skills; presented work at 3 research conferences. Samples available upon request. ‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗‗ ♦ Relevant Experience ♦ McDonough Law - Pickerington, Ohio - Legal Secretary (November 2006 to Present) Assisting in the formation and early work for a new law firm in Pickerington and Dayton. Editing, writing, and creating letterhead, business cards, website copy, mailing lists, and reference information. Other work as needed, particularly research. JP Morgan Chase via Excel/Kelly Services - Columbus, Ohio - Finance Clerk (January 2007 to August 2007); Call Center Customer Support (January to March 2006) 2007: Performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks in support of a team of 18 financial analysts. 2006: handled incoming calls relating to customers' issues with their Tax Refund Anticipation Loans. McGraw-Hill via Excel/Kelly Services - Blacklick, Ohio - Call Center Customer Support (May to September2006) Handled incoming calls for order entry, product inquiries, etc. for Higher Education and high school titles. LiningUp.Net - Hollywood, California - Media/Logistics (event April/May 2005; planning June 2004 to May 2005) Member of Media and Logistics teams during a charity "stand-a-thon" event, and throughout pre-event planning. Disneyland Resort - Anaheim, California - Store Operations Cashier/Stock Team Member (January 2003 to July 2004) Assisted Guests with merchandise transactions on the front-of-house team; supported front-of-house operations as a stock team member performing various product management tasks; produced specialized artistic work for individual Guests, and worked in other roles including general Guest service, crowd control, media/press relations and special events. United States Department of State - Washington, DC - Intern, Office of Assistant Secretary of State (Autumn 1999) Performed research to support policy and structural development for the department. Represented the office at various minor events, and participated in numerous departmental functions. Gave office/computer support as needed. |