Shayn Meeches
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Professional and industrious [Job Title] bringing exceptional administrative experience. Organizes and manages simultaneous tasks to support customers and accomplish business goals. Organized scheduler well-versed in all aspects of administrative support.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Receptionist Assistant Trainee
Dakota Ojibway Tribal Housing Authority Inc.
05.2000 - 06.2000
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Organized electronic and hard copy filing systems for easy retrieval of documents and information.
- Prepared, collected and distributed outgoing and incoming mail and packages.
- Prepared and maintained master calendar, collecting and disseminating general information.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
- Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
- Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
- Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
- Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
Youth Recreational Activities Worker
Long Plain First Nation / Band
06.1993 - 08.1993
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Prepared reports for management regarding status and progress of recreational activities.
- Liaised with community organizations to promote recreational activities.
- Assisted in recruitment and hiring of new recreation staff.
Youth Recreational Activities Worker
Saskatoon Indian & Metis Friendship Centre
09.1990 - 11.1990
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
Drug Store Associate
Mayfair Drugstore
05.1988 - 06.1988
- Maintained tidy and organized store to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
- Briefed customers regarding shop promotions and discounts by providing coupons and flyers to increase sales.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Retail Sales Associate
Army & Navy Dept. Store
04.1988 - 05.1988
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
Office Assistant Trainee
Meewasin Valley Trail Authority
03.1988 - 04.1988
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Shadowed senior team members to learn all related jobs and tasks.
- Collaborated with employees from various backgrounds.
- Acted with integrity, honesty and knowledge to promote culture of company.
- Supported organizational objectives with help from existing employees.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
Girls Youth Modelling Course Instructor
Westmount Community School
06.1986 - 06.1986
- Worked with average of [Number] participants per class.
- Drew upon [Area of study] teaching experience and advanced education to function as resource to faculty and students.
- Demonstrated continued commitment to undergraduate teaching through participation in college community and professional development.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nutana Collegiate
Saskatoon, SK 09.1987 - 06.1990
Administration
Yellowquill College
Winnipeg, MB 09.1999 - 06.2000
Skills
- Mail Routing
- Business Correspondence Writing
- Mail Sorting
- Filing System Management
Languages
English
Limited Working
Certification
- [Administrative Assistant Certificate], [Yellowquill College] - [June 2000]
Timeline
Receptionist Assistant Trainee
Dakota Ojibway Tribal Housing Authority Inc.
05.2000 - 06.2000
Administration
Yellowquill College
09.1999 - 06.2000
Youth Recreational Activities Worker
Long Plain First Nation / Band
06.1993 - 08.1993
Youth Recreational Activities Worker
Saskatoon Indian & Metis Friendship Centre
09.1990 - 11.1990
Drug Store Associate
Mayfair Drugstore
05.1988 - 06.1988
Retail Sales Associate
Army & Navy Dept. Store
04.1988 - 05.1988
Office Assistant Trainee
Meewasin Valley Trail Authority
03.1988 - 04.1988
High School Diploma -
Nutana Collegiate
09.1987 - 06.1990
Girls Youth Modelling Course Instructor
Westmount Community School
06.1986 - 06.1986
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