Colleen McBride
Gibsons,BC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Pragmatic Assistant well-known for being hands-on dynamo with boundless energy to fulfill various tasks. Detailed team player with history excelling in fast-paced environments with little oversight and challenging goals. Offers top technical abilities and relationship-building skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Reception & Assistant to Hair Dressers
Hair We Are Salon
Gibsons, BC
04.2011 - 12.2011
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
- Streamlined office operations for enhanced productivity with organized filing systems and task prioritization.
- Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence management.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Optimized resource usage by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment functionality.
Traffic Controller
All Clear Traffic
Roberts Creek, BC
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Improved traffic flow by efficiently coordinating and directing vehicular movements at assigned intersections.
- Enhanced driver safety by diligently monitoring road conditions and conducting necessary adjustments to signal timings.
- Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
- Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
- Assisted in minimizing road congestion during peak hours, by effectively managing traffic signals and controlling vehicle movement.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
- Collaborated with city planners on developing long-term solutions for improving overall traffic efficiency in high-traffic areas.
- Provided timely communication to motorists regarding road closures, detours, or other changes in traffic patterns through electronic message boards and signage placement.
Gibsons Animal Hospital
Dr. James Bennet
Gibsons, BC
04.2007 - 06.2010
- Improved animal health by conducting routine monitoring and maintaining detailed records of animal behavior and wellbeing.
- Enhanced facility cleanliness by performing regular sanitation tasks, including cleaning animal enclosures and equipment.
- Ensured proper animal nutrition by preparing and distributing specialized diets according to species-specific requirements.
- Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures, providing efficient support during examinations and treatments.
- Reduced stress for animals during handling by utilizing appropriate restraint techniques and methods.
Education
No Degree - Traffic Control
Traffic Control
Coquitlam, BC08.2010
Hairstylist
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC08.1988
High School Diploma -
Elphinstone Secondary School
Gibsons, BC06.1986
Skills
- Data Entry
- File Management
- Mail Distribution
- Office Administration
- Office Equipment Troubleshooting
- File and Record Keeping
- Support Services
- Billing and Coding
- Multi-Line Phone Systems
- Time Management
- Workload Management
- Fast Learner
- Operations Support
- Basic Mathematics
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Product and Service Knowledge
- Relationship Building
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Client relations
- Inventory control
- Inventory Replenishment
Accomplishments
Many years of training and showing horses in Canada and the USA with many trophy's and ribbons for said amateur and professional shows.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Affiliations
- Horsemanship
Timeline
Reception & Assistant to Hair Dressers
Hair We Are Salon
04.2011 - 12.2011
Traffic Controller
All Clear Traffic
08.2010 - 04.2011
Gibsons Animal Hospital
Dr. James Bennet
04.2007 - 06.2010
No Degree - Traffic Control
Traffic Control
Hairstylist
Vancouver Community College
High School Diploma -
Elphinstone Secondary School