Carmen Teresa Pissani
Miami,USA
Summary
Proficient Administrative Assistant with over seven years of office experience, specializing in administrative work, problem-solving, planning, and optimal assistance. Known for increasing productivity and relieving the workload of managerial staff. Proven efficiency, with an ability to quickly learn and navigate any computer software program or office filing system. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rector’s Secretary / Administrative Assistant
St. John Vianney College Seminary
Miami, FL
09.2020 - 05.2025
- Served as a direct assistant to Rector/President, supporting all aspects of preparation and coordination for the biannual Board of Trustees meetings, academic admissions, and commencement ceremony
- Trusted to analyze and interpret data, and handle all shipments deliveries, and material orders.
- Worked to alleviate executive overload by handling all customer interactions for company including walk-ins, email, phone, and fax interactions.
- Coordinated and scheduled all company meetings, appointments, interviews, and inspections.
- Problem solved for each department to maintain timely completion of parts and meet strict deadlines.
- Worked to ensure quality serve as liaison between Rector’s office and academic departments.
Secretary – Frost School of Music
University of Miami
Miami, FL
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Managed practice room scheduling and access.
- Supported logistics for guest performers and concerts.
- Monitored security and compliance in rehearsal spaces.
Undergraduate Secretary – College of Art & History
University of Miami
Miami, FL
05.2015 - 09.2019
- Coordinated communication and scheduling for undergraduate/graduate directors.
- Handled procurement, expense reporting, and vendor relations.
- Maintained databases, generated memos, invoices, and academic correspondence.
- Performed a range of administrative duties supported academic reimbursements.
Administrative Assistant – Counseling Center
University of Miami
Miami, FL
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed student records and front-desk operations.
- Streamlined reimbursement processing and purchase orders.
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Rasco, Klock Law Offices
Miami, FL
09.2002 - 07.2012
- Drafted legal documents: contracts, wills, trusts, and corporate filings.
- Managed court calendars, electronic filing, and client communication in English and Spanish.
- Supported attorneys in probate, estate planning, and general corporate law.
Administrative Assistant – Loan & Credit Department
Barclays Bank PLC
Miami, FL
10.1990 - 03.2001
- Handled over $50M in domestic loan transactions.
- Prepared monthly reports and automated repayment tracking.
Education
Master of Liberal Studies -
University of Miami
Miami, FL12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Miami
Miami, FL12.2016
Associate in Science - Art Education
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL12.2008
Associate of Arts - Legal Studies
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLSkills
- Administrative support
- Time management
- Meeting coordination
- Inventory control
- Scheduling
- Event planning
Certification
- Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP)
- International Banking Certificate
- Emotional Intelligence Development
- Advanced HR Management, Microsoft Office, Workday Systems
- Topics in Banking: Commercial Lending, Letters of Credit, Accounting
Timeline
Rector’s Secretary / Administrative Assistant
St. John Vianney College Seminary
09.2020 - 05.2025
Secretary – Frost School of Music
University of Miami
10.2019 - 04.2020
Undergraduate Secretary – College of Art & History
University of Miami
05.2015 - 09.2019
Administrative Assistant – Counseling Center
University of Miami
10.2014 - 05.2015
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Rasco, Klock Law Offices
09.2002 - 07.2012
Administrative Assistant – Loan & Credit Department
Barclays Bank PLC
10.1990 - 03.2001
Master of Liberal Studies -
University of Miami
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Miami
Associate in Science - Art Education
Miami Dade College
Associate of Arts - Legal Studies
Miami Dade College