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Maria Castro

Belvidere

Summary

Diligent Secretary with talent for fostering effective professional relationships with clients, staff and business associates. Supportive and focused team player with proactive approach to administration and strong attention to detail. Skilled at providing friendly service to coworkers and customers.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Secretary

Real Estate Chicagoland Brokers
Belvidere
01.2020 - Current

School Bus Driver

Bensenville District 2
Bensenville
01.2016 - 11.2020

Teller

Bank of America
Rockford
08.2008 - 06.2011
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately at a major financial institution.
  • Assisted clients with account inquiries and provided personalized service to enhance satisfaction.
  • Managed cash drawer operations and balanced funds at the end of each shift.
  • Promoted banking products and services to meet customer needs and foster relationships.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations within the branch.
  • Educated customers on digital banking tools to improve accessibility and convenience.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues to maintain client trust.
  • Adhered to compliance protocols and security measures for all banking transactions.
  • Received and processed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, loan payments and other banking services.
  • Balanced cash drawers on a daily basis.
  • Handled large volumes of currency quickly and accurately with minimal errors.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding bank products and services.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all customer records and information according to company policies.
  • Built and maintained client relationships through quality, personalized interactions.
  • Verified customers' identification to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Performed transactional, operational, and customer support tasks through knowledge of bank procedures and products.
  • Delivered exceptional service to customers in person or over telephone.
  • Entered customer transactions into computers to record transactions and issue computer-generated receipts.
  • Issued and redeemed money orders, cashier checks, traveler's checks and savings bonds.
  • Ordered checks, placed stop payment orders and conducted additional special services for customers.
  • Followed up on requests from customers in a timely manner.
  • Identified fraudulent activity or suspicious behavior immediately reported it to management.
  • Explained the features of various banking products available to customers.
  • Met or exceeded sales goals by promoting bank products and services in customer interactions.
  • Continuously updated knowledge about banking products, services, policies and regulations.
  • Used a strong knowledge of banking products and services to confidently educate customers about features, benefits and pricing.

Education

Proviso West High School
Hillside, IL

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Records management
  • Document preparation
  • Scheduling appointments

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Cook meals everyday for my family
  • House chores
  • Dishes
  • Laundry
  • Enjoy spending time outdoors with family enjoying my kids

Timeline

Secretary

Real Estate Chicagoland Brokers
01.2020 - Current

School Bus Driver

Bensenville District 2
01.2016 - 11.2020

Teller

Bank of America
08.2008 - 06.2011

Proviso West High School
Maria Castro