Experience

Lane Council of Governments

• United States
• Government Relations Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Oregon Money Management Coordinator

  • Jul 2019 - Present

  I work as a Representative Payee for people within the community who are unable to manage their own benefits. This involves coordinating with many entities including The Social Security Administration, various financial institutions, Assisted Living Facilities, various Social Service organizations, and of course vulnerable populations of older and or disabled people. My position is a blend of Social Service and book-keeping with a dash of volunteer coordination. https://www.lcog.org/sdslane/page/oregon-money-management-program Show less

• Administrative Aide IV

  • Oct 2018 - Jul 2019



Quirky Werks

• Eugene, Oregon Area

• Fused Glass Artist

  • Apr 2010 - Present

  I am a fused glass artist and enjoy creating whimsical PNW themed works of art, inspired by nature. I own a small kiln and have a small studio in my home. I market my work on FB, and Etsy. I have donated work for fundraising to benefit such causes as The Eugene Symphony, Wives Behind the Badge, the Police Unity Tour, etc. I enjoy creating small pieces that speak volumes. I particularly enjoy crafting creative Christmas tree ornaments, sun-catchers, wind chimes, magnets, dry erase boards, and mirrors. https://www.facebook.com/QuirkyWerksGlass/ Show less



City of Eugene

• United States
• Government Administration
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Senior Administrative Specialist

  • Jun 2017 - Oct 2018

  This was a position with the Eugene Springfield Fire Marshal’s office. This was a position with the Eugene Springfield Fire Marshal’s office.



Guild Mortgage

• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Closing Coordinator/Loan Processor

  • May 2016 - Jun 2017



Dawson ELS, Inc.

• Prospects located in Colorado and Wyoming

• Independent Petroleum Landman/ Mineral Title Examiner and Abstractor

  • Oct 2014 - Jan 2015

  Worked as an Independent contractor, managing projects, in a detail oriented and self-motivated position. Accessed public records via online research from home. Operated and maintained a personal computer, and printer/scanner/copier/fax. Searched for, collected and organized information related to land and mineral title by reading and interpreting legal documents. Researched and interpreted the laws and executed independent judgment concerning the determination of each legal document, which required thorough knowledge of court documents. Regularly extracted pertinent data from public records, and reconstructed chains of title through research and detailed analysis of available data. Located missing documents to create complete chains of land mineral title. Created Mineral Ownership Reports using Microsoft Excel, and updated client database with pertinent information outlining and communicating the distribution of ownership and mineral interests. Created and scanned maps, as exhibits, to appropriately locate properties and effectively communicate the status of the described property. Utilized computer indices, county tax maps, BLM land record database, and various other resources to locate, and read public documents. Prepared correspondence using MS Word to notify client and broker of project progress. Provided detailed information in a final document complete with annotations, references and platted maps outlining chronological events, based on documented evidence associated with a particular 640 acre section of land. Performed a variety of administrative duties with minimal supervision. Show less



SOLARC Architecture, Inc.

• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Energy Project Coordinator/Personal Executive Assistant

  • Aug 2008 - Nov 2014

  Assisted the Energy Department by reviewing and editing technical reports and other office communications, and offering confidential administrative support to the Vice President (V.P.) of the firm. Coordinated criminal background checks for the team, when required by the client. Researched, evaluated, analyzed and compared new product information and recommend products to the design team. Developed, edited, wrote and updated employee instruction manual and Energy/Commissioning department safety procedures as they are related to energy management field data collection, and site visits. Supported the marketing department through data collection and analysis, report writing and editing, and maintaining various databases, data queries, and design modifications. Assisted in preparing RFPs to procure future work, communicated project status to the team and prepared and maintained various accounting documentation including purchases. Managed the V.P.s social media accounts. Assisted in the analysis of sensitive and confidential issues under tight time constraints, supervised, trained, and supported office specialists, implemented office procedures that enhanced customer service, and acted as the liaison for the V.P. to various constituents. Promoted efficiency and quality control. Proof read technical reports. Prepared reports using both Word and Excel. Analyzed, interpreted, and processed information relating to energy analysis and document analysis. Processed data and interpreted information for use in Energy Audit reports. Read and Edited technical reports. Established and maintained complex record keeping systems, and projected workload forecasts. Communicated project status to the team, internally, externally both orally, and in writing. Researched, evaluated, analyzed and compared new product information. Communicated professionally with various team members, and with various outside agencies including PacifiCorp and Rocky Mountain Power, ODOE, OHSU and the UofO. Show less



Wives Behind the Badge, Inc.

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Volunteer

  • Feb 2012 - Jan 2014

  Established the statewide Oregon Auxiliary of Wives Behind the Badge, Inc. (WBTB) in February of 2012. Worked as the Auxiliary Director until October of 2012. Represented WBTB to various agencies with the intent to provide resources and emotional support to law enforcement families and to serve as a positive voice for law enforcement in the community, per the mission statement of WBTB. Directed and coordinated the operation and activities of the Oregon (WBTB) Auxiliary. Recruited, selected, and trained volunteers within the auxiliary chapter, and oversaw volunteer activities. Developed short term and long range program goals for the Oregon Auxiliary Committee and researched alternatives to achieve the goals and objectives. Recommended necessary program adjustments to the board of WBTB. Stayed current on WBTB policies and procedures. Established and maintained appropriate network of professional contacts. Coordinated, facilitated, and participated in volunteer meetings. Managed the Oregon WBTB inventory, records and reports. Currently work as a volunteer, offering support where needed. Show less



PFM LLC

• Various Texas Counties

• Independent Petroleum Landman/ Abstractor

  • Mar 2005 - Apr 2008

  Worked as an independent contractor conducting research of public records. Maintained a working knowledge of Texas Land title law. Read, interpreted, and documented legal documents to reconstruct legal chains of title for attorney review. Supervised group of title research assistants. Provided training, feedback, and assigned duties to meet the project goals. Authorized work and coordinated vacation schedules. Communicated orally and in writing with attorneys, land owners, affiants, and community members. Attended meetings with various constituents. Prepared and presented research results via multi-media presentations Show less



Hatten/Johnson Associates

• Eugene, Oregon Area

• Office Manager

  • Feb 2002 - Feb 2005

  Administered a variety of clerical functions and managed the front end of the office of an Engineering firm. Developed administrative and operating procedures for carrying out office activities. Coordinated accounts receivable and accounts payable and posted income and expenditure entries into Quickbooks software. Created, prepared, and delivered invoices to the clients. Prepared and maintained various confidential accounting documentation including; bills, receipts, purchase orders, invoices, credit card statements, and bank statements. Orally delivered financial information at marketing meetings corroborated by exhibits of income and expenditures. Represented the financial status of the company, created workload projections and presented project status updates to the principals of the firm during various internal meetings. Organized, monitored, and maintained office equipment and ordered office supplies. Show less



Self Employed

• Various - Texas

• Independent Petroleum Landman/ Abstractor

  • Dec 1996 - Nov 2001

  Researched County Courthouses, across the State of Texas, to run public records. Managed group of less experienced title researchers. Manually plotted out tracts of land using a compass, an engineering scale, and graph paper (prior to the introduction of Greenbriar Graphics). Used mapping software called Greenbriar graphics (Deed Plotter) to plot out properties using the legal descriptions found in recovered documents. Documented the condition of the property. Printed, labeled and colored maps, as exhibits, to appropriately locate properties and effectively communicate the status of the described property. Searched for, collected and organized information related to land and mineral title by reading and interpreting legal documents. Maintained a working knowledge of Texas Land title law. Interpreted the laws and executed independent judgment concerning the determination of each legal document. Regularly extracted pertinent data from records, and reconstructed chains of title through research and detailed analysis of available data. Researched records, utilized various equipment to read and interpret legal documents and determine their purpose. Located missing documents to create complete chains of land title and communicated this information in the form of anabstract, which was prepared as an exhibit for attorney review. Communicated orally, and in writing, with knowledgeable affiants and gathered pertinent information for use in creating affidavits to be filed of public record. Utilized book indices, computer indices, microfilm, microfiche, county tax maps, and various other resources and equipment to locate, and read public documents. Developed work plans and timelines for resource allocations and determined a path for retrieving information. Presented results in a final bound and labeled document complete with annotations, references and platted maps outlining chronological events, based on documented evidence associated with a particular piece of property. Show less