Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Work Preference
Timeline
Generic
Whitley  Wood

Whitley Wood

administrative assistant
Charleston,IL

Summary

Accomplished Administrative Assistant at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, adept in data entry and fostering professional relationships, significantly enhanced client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in problem-solving and team coordination, demonstrated leadership in project execution and customer service excellence, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
01.2025 - Current
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.

Key Carrier/Project Coordinator

Marshalls
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving issues promptly, leading to a better shopping experience.
  • Boosted sales performance with consistent promotion of products and services to customers during transactions.
  • Assisted in training new hires, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth among team members.
  • Contributed to a culture of safety by adhering to all established guidelines and procedures, minimizing the occurrence of workplace accidents.
  • Elevated overall store presentation through diligent merchandising efforts, creating visually appealing displays that enticed customers to make purchases.
  • Improved team productivity through effective delegation of tasks to staff members based on their skills and strengths.
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities by motivating team members towards shared objectives while maintaining high morale levels among staff.

Sales Associate

Big Lots
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Physical Therapy

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
05-2027

Associate of Science - Pre-Physical Therapy

Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL
05-2025

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Store operations
  • Project coordination
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Data entry
  • Detail-oriented
  • Listening skills
  • Team coordination
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Delegation
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Reliable and punctual

Interests

  • Avid Reader
  • Baking
  • Pilates
  • Drawing and Painting

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeInternship

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k match

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
01.2025 - Current

Key Carrier/Project Coordinator

Marshalls
10.2022 - 01.2024

Sales Associate

Big Lots
10.2021 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Physical Therapy

Eastern Illinois University

Associate of Science - Pre-Physical Therapy

Lake Land College
Whitley Woodadministrative assistant