Lyon Manney
LYON B. MANNEY
SUMMARY
Hardworking self-starter with excellent interpersonal and computer skills. Highly competent oral and written communication skills and problem solving abilities. Adept at running an office and experienced in a number of diverse fields, including writing teaching manuals, designing leather goods, and procurement. Seeking a position as an administrative assistant or assistant program developer that requires more than secretarial work or data entry. Eager to be a part of a team would utilize my abilities to provide services to clients who range from the elderly to at-risk youth.
EXPERIENCE
Fortune Society / NY, NY 2018 to Present
Employment Workshop Developer
? Assisted in developing workshop manuals and forms for facilitator use
? Worked closely with Manager of Programs and Computer Lab Facilitator
? Wrote client resumes from interviews, internet research, and professional advice
? Produced manuals, resumes, and other workshop materials using Microsoft Office 365
? Utilized Microsoft Sharepoint and Fortune Society intranet to organize and maintain all documents
Beacon City Library / Beacon, NY 2014 to 2018
Library Clerk
? Checked books in/out, using specific software (Follett System) and scanner
? Kept inventory up to date, checking shelves against computer titles
? Processed new books and organized donations
? Assisted patrons with research questions and tutored others with learning disabilities
Freelance Writer / NY, NY 2011 to 2014
? Wrote op-ed articles and edited copy for online magazines under the Cond� Nast umbrella
? Researched and read articles and books on novel writing
? Developed outline and began work on fiction novel
? Worked closely with experienced and established novelists when available to obtain critiques and suggestions
Holiday Statistics Temporary Services / NY, NY 2004 to 2010
Product Design Technician (Coach Leather Goods)
? Assisted in development of products and executed design decisions regarding color, materials and overall aesthetic
? Solved technical problems to meet consumer expectations
? Performed troubleshooting and bug testing
Procurement Assistant (Department of Transportation)
? Discovered profitable suppliers to generate new business partnerships
? Negotiated with vendors to secure acceptable terms
? Ordered necessary goods and services
? Tracked and reported progress to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
EDUCATION
University of Texas / Austin, TX 1990
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Summa cum laude
VOLUNTEER
Museum of Modern Art / NYC Housing Works Bookstore / NYC Whitney Museum / NYC
Membership Desk Processed Donations Special Events & Membership
SKILLS
Microsoft Office 365 Creative/Technical Writing Administration Research
LYON B. MANNEY
SUMMARY
Hardworking self-starter with excellent interpersonal and computer skills. Highly competent oral and written communication skills and problem solving abilities. Adept at running an office and experienced in a number of diverse fields, including writing teaching manuals, designing leather goods, and procurement. Seeking a position as an administrative assistant or assistant program developer that requires more than secretarial work or data entry. Eager to be a part of a team would utilize my abilities to provide services to clients who range from the elderly to at-risk youth.
EXPERIENCE
Fortune Society / NY, NY 2018 to Present
Employment Workshop Developer
? Assisted in developing workshop manuals and forms for facilitator use
? Worked closely with Manager of Programs and Computer Lab Facilitator
? Wrote client resumes from interviews, internet research, and professional advice
? Produced manuals, resumes, and other workshop materials using Microsoft Office 365
? Utilized Microsoft Sharepoint and Fortune Society intranet to organize and maintain all documents
Beacon City Library / Beacon, NY 2014 to 2018
Library Clerk
? Checked books in/out, using specific software (Follett System) and scanner
? Kept inventory up to date, checking shelves against computer titles
? Processed new books and organized donations
? Assisted patrons with research questions and tutored others with learning disabilities
Freelance Writer / NY, NY 2011 to 2014
? Wrote op-ed articles and edited copy for online magazines under the Cond� Nast umbrella
? Researched and read articles and books on novel writing
? Developed outline and began work on fiction novel
? Worked closely with experienced and established novelists when available to obtain critiques and suggestions
Holiday Statistics Temporary Services / NY, NY 2004 to 2010
Product Design Technician (Coach Leather Goods)
? Assisted in development of products and executed design decisions regarding color, materials and overall aesthetic
? Solved technical problems to meet consumer expectations
? Performed troubleshooting and bug testing
Procurement Assistant (Department of Transportation)
? Discovered profitable suppliers to generate new business partnerships
? Negotiated with vendors to secure acceptable terms
? Ordered necessary goods and services
? Tracked and reported progress to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
EDUCATION
University of Texas / Austin, TX 1990
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Summa cum laude
VOLUNTEER
Museum of Modern Art / NYC Housing Works Bookstore / NYC Whitney Museum / NYC
Membership Desk Processed Donations Special Events & Membership
SKILLS
Microsoft Office 365 Creative/Technical Writing Administration Research