My Experience

Suzanne Quick

Dynamic and performance-driven professional, offering solid credentials and strengths in communications, public relations, and marketing. Highly credentialed and skilled; Master of Arts candidate in Communications and Public Relations. Proven ability to author compelling and creative content which drives relevancy and identity; analyzes requirements and identifies opportunities which support short and long-term goals. Recognized for demonstrating exceptional creative thinking skills; serve as a visionary. Committed to accelerating growth and brand development.

• Leadership & Team Collaboration • Research and Analytical Expertise • Strong Relationship Building Skills

• Marketing and Business Development • Communication & Interpersonal Skills • Communications/Content Evaluations

• Active – Secret Security Clearance • Brand Identity and Representation • Strategic Planning & Development

Technology Snapshot: Microsoft Office Suite | Adobe Acrobat | AS400 | Oracle | PeopleSoft | SAP | CAS | AIMS | Mac and PC Proficient | Business Objects | Documentum | 10-Key by Touch and Keyboarding | Quickly learns new PC Systems

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant to Program Manager                                                                                                                    2010 to Present

ITT Exelis, Incorporated                                                                                                           Bagram Airbase, Afghanistan

Manage the daily administrative operations of the department; prepare complex materials, conduct research to identify and define requirements, produce reports, and compose correspondence. Analyze all agendas and correspondence to ensure accurate program management reporting; leverage direct expertise to accelerate the department’s goals and objectives. Direct complex project operations; establish project plans, create and submit quality tracking reports to management teams, monitors deliverables, and ensures timely completion.

• Author, edit and distribute employee newsletters throughout all FOB locations and corporate offices; performs research to pinpoint trends, effectively communicates information, and maintains accuracy
• Direct ITAR and NATO trainings and delegate assignments to achieve timely and efficient execution of plans; respond to and effectively resolve complex administrative errors and support business goals

Administrative Assistant to Deputy Program Manager                                                                                            2010

DynCorp International                                                                                                                                 Kabul, Afghanistan

Coordinated the day-to-day administrative initiatives of the department; researched, drafted, and created correspondence, produced reports, updated and maintained confidential files, and monitored all incoming requests. Executed best practices and Standard Operating Procedures; maintained procedural manuals to ensure consistent and efficient performance and achieved compliance with regulations and policies. Worked closely with cross-functional teams throughout the organizations to achieve successful execution of practices.

• Facilitated clear communications throughout internal and external channels and served as a direct point-of-contact for cross-functional teams; improved the flow of communication within the facilities

Administrative Specialist for Vice President and Director                                                                         2007 to 2010

URS Corporation – Washington Division                                                                                                              Boise, Idaho

Provided high-level administrative and executive support within a fast-paced environment; achieved optimal efficiency and performance and maximized team productivity. Created and filed all Securities and Exchange Commission corporate earnings reports; analyzed and processed expense reports. Managed the day-to-day activities; coordinated domestic and international travel arrangements, retrieved documents, maintained all databases, organized business calendars and schedules and facilitated internal and external communications.

• Influenced the development and implementation of new programs or systems to accelerate growth, streamline the operations, and achieve operational efficiencies; prioritized the day-to-day operations
• Led process improvement initiatives throughout the finance department; analyzed internal practices, identified areas of opportunity, presented solutions and recommendations and executed direct plans
• Created and submitted requisitions for new job openings and positions; supported the recruitment and retention initiatives of the departments, authored training surveys, and coordinated orientations

Legal Assistant                                                                                                                                                         1999 to 2003

Albertsons, Incorporated                                                                                                                                         Boise, Idaho

Supported attorneys and organizational leaders in the compliance management, litigation analysis, financial, and administrative initiatives; achieved operational efficiency and adhered to all regulations and guidelines. Prepared Securities and Exchange Commission corporate earnings reports and analyzed all financial data to identify trends; presented solutions to management and ensured timely submittal. Conducted new legal file analysis and research; update and maintained confidential files and prepared corporate legal documentation.

• Managed the daily administrative activities; created PowerPoint presentations for meetings and staff trainings, monitored the mailing of quarterly tax returns, coordinated meetings, and produce reports

Additional Professional Experience

• Executive Assistant to Vice President, Modis Professional Services
• Recruiting Coordinator – Human Resources, Deloitte and Touche