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Zoyia Burgoyne

Nelson,BC

Summary

Accomplished Supervisor of Admin Services/Office Manager at the Ministry of Children and Family Development , enhancing team productivity and client satisfaction through exceptional organizational skills and adaptability. Expert in human resources and administrative support, exceling in creating efficient workflows and fostering team collaboration.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor of Admin Services/Office Manager

Ministry of Children and Family Development
05.1995 - 02.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations of multi-disciplinary office consisting of Child Protection, Child and Youth Mental Health and Youth Probation, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Expedited invoice processing, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions in accounting system.
  • Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient filing and organizational systems.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting clients.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.

Secretary/Receptionist/Switchboard Operator

West Arm Truck Lines
01.1993 - 05.1995
  • Provided clerical support by preparing correspondence, copying, faxing, data entry and filing documents, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining confidentiality and timeliness.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting clients

Secretary/Front Office Assistant

Brown Bros. Agencies Ltd.
03.1989 - 09.1992
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.

Education

Certificate - Supervisor Essentials, Government Finance, Expense

Ministry Courses
Nelson, BC
2017

Systems Training - Train The Trainer - Youth Justice

Justice Institute of BC
New Westminster, BC
2000

Diploma - Medical Office Assistant

Vancouver Island Business College
Victoria, BC
1992

Diploma - Accounting

Camosun College
Victoria, BC
1987

High School Diploma -

Mount Sentinel Secondary
South Slocan, BC
1985

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Active Listening (verbal/non verbal cues)
  • Team Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills/Attention to Detail
  • Positive Attitude
  • Eager to learn new tasks
  • Confidentiality/sensitive matters

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

Nelson Hospice Volunteer

Nelson Caregiver Support Group Facilitator

Timeline

Supervisor of Admin Services/Office Manager

Ministry of Children and Family Development
05.1995 - 02.2022

Secretary/Receptionist/Switchboard Operator

West Arm Truck Lines
01.1993 - 05.1995

Secretary/Front Office Assistant

Brown Bros. Agencies Ltd.
03.1989 - 09.1992

Certificate - Supervisor Essentials, Government Finance, Expense

Ministry Courses

Systems Training - Train The Trainer - Youth Justice

Justice Institute of BC

Diploma - Medical Office Assistant

Vancouver Island Business College

Diploma - Accounting

Camosun College

High School Diploma -

Mount Sentinel Secondary
Zoyia Burgoyne