01/01 - Present Suite101.comContributing Editor
Build and maintain informational website for the state of Nevada, under Suite101.com, one of the largest human interest databases online. Research and contribute weekly articles for posting on site, along with pertinent links around the web.
01/01 - Present USGenWebCounty Coordinator
Build and maintain genealogical website for Washoe County, Nevada, under the USGenWeb Project, one of the largest genealogy databases online. Also, design web graphics for site using Paint Shop Pro.
01/01 - Present ThemeStream.comContributing Editor
Contribute articles regarding travel and history in Northern Nevada.
08/97 - 09/00 North American Title CompanyAssistant Escrow Officer
Assisted assigned escrow officer in all phases of the escrow process, specializing in HUD homes. Responsibilities included interpreting purchase contracts, written and verbal, and preparing escrow instructions, deeds and other contracts for signature. Assisted clients in signing loan documents, purchase contracts, escrow instructions, and other necessary documents in preparation for escrow closure. Coordinated purchase process with title officers, real estate agents/brokers, purchasers, and other interested parties.
04/94 - 08/97 Wathen-Castanos, Inc.Assistant to Director of Sales and Marketing
Personal secretary to the Principal/Director of Sales and Marketing for a residential builder. Assisted in all functions of selling and marketing residential homes. Assisted in negotiating contracts with vendors associated with this area of building; monitored and reported on home sales; interacted with construction and accounting departments, as well as provided backup to both. Liaisoned with attorneys, advertising representatives, etc., and reviewed drafts submitted by same before presentation to the Principals. Supervised reception desk, and trained personnel for same. Prepared for and obtained Notary Public Certification. Prepared for and renewed California Real Estate Salesperson�s License.
05/93 - 01/94 Heritage Plaza Mortgage Co., Inc.Loan Officer
Prepared for and obtained California Salesperson�s License. Assisted in opening a new mortgage brokerage company. Assisted clients in seeking mortgage financing. Required extensive knowledge of loan options available from participating lenders; also of FannieMae, FreddieMac, and other secondary-lender lending requirements. Guided clients through loan interview, application, and closing of their loan.
07/92 - 03/93 Bank of AmericaResidential Loan Underwriter
Evaluated and approved/declined residential real estate loans within lending and exception authority limits. Recommended approval/decline to credit administrator when loans exceeded authority limits. Required extensive knowledge of Bank and secondary-lender lending guidelines. Recognized for attention to detail, speed and accuracy as well as compliance to regulations. Commended for ease and rapidity of learning and performing new duties.
07/91 - 07/92 Bank of AmericaSr. Loan Production Officer
Processed approved residential loan requests; recommended loans for final approval/decline. Responsible for extensive knowledge of loan policies, procedures and regulations. Requested by management to work in employee loan department on complex files, relocations, Reg-O�s, and employee exceptions. Earned two awards for Quality of Service. Was the top producer of the Fresno office.
07/90 - 07/91 Bank of AmericaLoan Production Officer
Same as above.
07/89 - 07/90 Bank of AmericaConsumer Credit Officer
Made credit decisions on unsecured and secured lines of credit; reviewed loans declined under "computer scoring" process; reviewed and approved/declined requests for increased credit limits on existing accounts.
07/88 - 07/89 Bank of AmericaExecutive/Administrative Assistant
Office with average FTE of 170. Performed all administrative functions such as prioritizing work, organizing and supervising workflow of all departmental secretaries; assisted in departmental decision making; supervised maintenance of equipment. Handled accounts payable for office. Executive duties included screening incoming calls and mail of management; making travel arrangements for contests, business meetings and seminars; prepared and distributed monthly office newsletter. Chosen Bankwide as one of 15 people to enter new "Consumer Credit Officer" 6-month training program. Was the only person chosen with no prior lending experience. Earned several awards for Quality of Service, including a trip to San Francisco through a statewide contest for Quality of Service.
07/87 - 07/88 Bank of AmericaSenior Information Processor
Responsible for word processing; prioritizing workflow; recording departmental productivity on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis; and handled telephones. Created word processing guidebook for processing documents, changing typesets and formats, explaining glossary functions. This became a valuable tool in training temporary and new-hire employees within this department. Earned two awards for Quality of Service.
01/87 - 07/87 Bank of AmericaInformation Processor
Same as above.
07/86 - 01/87 Bank of AmericaSenior Clerical Technician
Monitored a pilot program entitled "Self Service Checking"; audited overdrawn accounts, transferred accounts, audited file changes, returned items, customer and branch correspondence. Performed same functions on a back-up basis for Charles Schwab Accounts. Became soley responsible for the closure and transfer of funds of accounts under the pilot program when discontinued.
09/85 - 07/86 Henry O. Noffsinger, Attorney at Law
Legal Secretary
Provided secretarial support to busy family law office. Required knowledge of bookkeeping, billing practices, and basic knowledge of accounting for quarterly and annual taxes. Prepared legal documents and filings for County Clerk and County Recorder.
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