June 19, 2015
Dear Hiring Manager, My name is Giselle Rivera, and I am currently a senior at Lehman College where I have completed all of my course requirements for a major in Psychology. As I enter my fourth year of study, I will be working toward a minor in Sociology. I am excited to have been selected for a position as a Cuny Service Corps member. This granted opportunity will not only enable me to acquire valuable skills related to my area of study, but will allow me to make a valuable contribution within my community as well, which is the reason I selected an area of study centered in human services. Although my employment history is concentrated in administrative office work as you will find in my resume, many of those titles required direct contact with clients and have been a contributing factors to my exceptional social skills. The most rewarding part of my job as a Paralegal with my prior employer was directly interacting with clients and acting as an advocate for them. Also, as a Program Aide I was able to work directly with high school dropout adolescents in the initial intake process. I enjoyed advising and encouraging students to complete the program and furthering their education. If selected to be a part of your organization, you will find that not only do I possess exceptional administrative skills but, I also possess excellent interpersonal skills. I will bring a unique set of skills to your organization if selected for placement. I hope I am able to utilize my existing skills and educational course work in psychology to become an advocate for minorities within my community that are facing personal problems that are related to public issues. While obtaining valuable work experience within your organization, I also hope to be a contributing factor in helping your organization meet their goals. Attached you will find a copy of my resume, along with a copy of my unofficial transcript. I look forward to being a part of your team this coming fall if matched with your organization.
Sincerely,
Giselle Rivera
Summary of Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Social Media
*Excellent interpersonal skills, office etiquette, and phone manners
*Strong organization and analytical skills
Giselle Rivera
Education
5/2016
B.A: PsychologyLehman College － Bronx, NYGPA: GPA: 3.95Psychology GPA: 3.95
Professional Experience
07/2012 to 06/2013
ParalegalLaw Offices of Joseph A. Romano － Yonkers, New York
Assigned all new workers compensation claims within the New Claims Department Processed workers compensation and death claims in a timely manner via fax, email, and mail Validated all gathered client information, created files, and maintained data base systems( File-maker and Pro-law) up-to-date with claim activity Followed up with the Workers Compensation Board regarding the status of claims via phone and web domain Maintained attorneys informed of new claims, appointments, and follow- ups Managed the New Claims Department calendar, dockets, and referral system Interacted daily with various departments within the firm; adjusters, attorneys, the board, and firm's CEO Assisted clients with questions pertaining to their claim(s).
09/2006 to 12/2010
Executive Office AssistantAkam Associates, Inc － New York, New York
Answered incoming calls on a high volume multi-line switchboard Managed opening and closing procedures relating to the phone system, front desk, and conference room operations Assisted clients with questions pertaining to their account on systems BJ Murray Maintained calendar, corporate mailing lists, and ordering of office supplies Provided support to the HR Department, AP/ AR, and closing department Acted as a liaison between the Office Manager and vendors Assisted the Accounting Department with invoices by providing necessary back-up documentation, coding of invoices, and payment verification Assured all PMG calls and messages were forwarded to the Vice President via email.
02/2003 to 02/2006
Clinical Service ClerkBaylor Medical Hospital － Dallas, Texas
Transcribed doctors and dietitians orders into patient's record, processed changes as required, reviewed and edited nutritional diet Maintained a daily inventory log of patient count, charges per-unit, and pantry inventory Maintained production and dietitians informed of discharges, request and complaints Acknowledged and verified all request orders through the hospital's data base system Handled all office supply orders and trouble shooting issues pertaining to office equipment.
03/2001 to 02/2003
Program AideF.E.G.S Youth Center － New York, New York
Assisted in the recruitment of students, evaluated drop out files for potential enrollment, and ensured all documentation for enrollment were valid and up-to-date Tested, graded, and evaluated test scores to determent students' grade level for potential enrollment and class room placement Submitted a weekly Excel spreadsheet to the director based on students personal information and test scores Directed visitors, answered all incoming calls, faxed, filed, and photocopied documents Assisted in the set-up of adult and youth employment workshops.
