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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Karen Cole

Spruce Grove,AB

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.A

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RESIDENT MANAGER

Realstar Management
02.2015 - 07.2024
  • Provided for peaceful and safe tenant relations through complaint management and conflict resolution.
  • Reported and documented maintenance requests and scheduled appropriate services.
  • Oversaw move-in/move-out processes to ensure seamless transitions while minimizing vacancy periods.
  • Increased tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing maintenance requests and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Used Yardi to maintain resident database of personal information, repairs and lease agreements.
  • Screened and reviewed resident applications by completing credit and criminal background checks and verifying employment and previous rental history.
  • Improved property value through regular inspections, identifying necessary repairs and upgrades.
  • Enhanced community atmosphere with regular communication and engagement activities for tenants.
  • Reviewed rental applications efficiently yet thoroughly to fill vacancies
  • Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates, Deposited monthly rents
  • Maximized property revenue with effective budget management, tracking expenditures carefully to remain within allotted funds.
  • Conducted property move-ins, move-outs and walk-through inspections.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving maintenance issues and complaints.
  • Oversaw property renovations and upgrades, enhancing value and appeal of premises.
  • Maintained meticulous records of all property transactions, leases, and maintenance logs to ensure transparency and efficiency.
  • Organized and supervised staff, ensuring high levels of cleanliness and maintenance were consistently achieved.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
  • Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.


Inventory Control Specialist

K & S SERVICES (GOODYEAR)
05.2009 - 02.2015
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Conducted periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies early on to mitigate potential issues.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each year
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
  • Improved stock visibility by maintaining up-to-date records of product locations within the warehouse, enabling quicker retrieval times.
  • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise, and tracked paperwork.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork. SAP
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving of packages
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Answered phones, contacted vendors, used different types of office equipment
  • Proficient in using several official computer software programs such as AS400,SAP, Microsoft word. Excel and power point

Assistant Manager/Head Cashier Supervisor

Liquidation World
Courtenay, British Columbia
07.1996 - 06.1999

• Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
• Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
• Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
• Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
• Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projects tasks.
• Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
• Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
• Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
• Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.

Education

High School Diploma -

NAPANEE DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL
Napanee, ON
06.1979

Skills

  • Rent/debt collection & deposits
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Leadership skills
  • Inventory Management
  • Communication
  • Conflict Management
  • Budget Management

Languages

English
Elementary

Certification

  • Emergency First Aid with CPR & AED Training - Sept 2023

Timeline

RESIDENT MANAGER

Realstar Management
02.2015 - 07.2024

Inventory Control Specialist

K & S SERVICES (GOODYEAR)
05.2009 - 02.2015

Assistant Manager/Head Cashier Supervisor

Liquidation World
07.1996 - 06.1999

High School Diploma -

NAPANEE DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL
  • Emergency First Aid with CPR & AED Training - Sept 2023
Karen Cole