NIKI ATHERTON

542 Methodist St. | Red Oak, TX 75154 | (469) 348-5906

OBJECTIVE
To venture into a position that will continually use, challenge, and broaden my knowledge and skills to
benefit the company and team for the success of us all.

QUALIFICATIONS
Organized, attentive to detail and provides consistent follow through.
Self-starter, able to work independently.
Quick learner and easily adaptable to new levels of responsibility, processes and technology.
Effectively train employees new ways to be more efficient and productive.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Power Point. Professional written and
verbal skills with both internal & external customers. Proficient in CMiC software.

EDUCATION
Navarro College August 2016 - December 2018
A.A.S. - Business

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MEDCO Construction LLC Baylor Scott & White Health
Project Administrative Assistant | March 2013 to current
Review and process Subcontractor monthly applications for payment
Process monthly Owner billings for multiple mid-large construction projects
Analyze and calculate subcontract change orders to meet internal and external audit requirements
Review, edit and prepare Owner Contracts and Subcontracts for execution
Prepare and process project Accounts Payable
Review current forms, processes and policies to become more user friendly, electronic and
paperless for overall company and train employees accordingly
Organized auditing and compliance process and train employees to follow as written

NX Utilities, LLC
Administrative Assistant | September 2011 to March 2013
Process subcontractor project invoices for payment
Maintain individual project Excel spreadsheets or project performance/earnings
Prepare and enter customer invoices in Oracle
Prepare subcontractor contracts and process for approval
Obtain purchase order and maintain files

City of Lancaster - Lancaster. Texas

Office Manager, Development Services | December 2008 to June 2011
Prepare, maintain and balance fiscal year budget
Process accounts payable/receivable
Prepare, process and maintain all payroll records
Assist with minor IT issues for department
Maintain personnel files
Assist citizens with all escalated Development Services concerns
Formulate and administer office procedures to increase level of customer service

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City of Lancaster - Lancaster. Texas
Senior Neighborhood Services Officer | January 2005 to December 2008
Perform activities associated with the enforcement of regulations pertaining to code enforcement
within the City limits.
Respond to complaints, prepare reports, and educate the public, in accordance with state and City
regulations.
Conduct investigations and research of ownership records.
Obtained Intermediate Code Enforcement Officer Certification in February 2005.

City of Lancaster- Lancaster. Texas

Planning Assistant | May 2001 to January 2005
Answer questions for developers and citizens regarding the zoning and platting process for the City.
Board Secretary to the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Responsible for preparing legal notices, meeting minutes, agendas, staff reports, and letters in
Microsoft Word.
Required to be the backup for the Permit Technician including issuing permits, answering building
permit related questions and all other building inspection department functions as needed.
Prepare monthly reports in Microsoft Excel.
Assist in special projects for revision of ordinances, regulations, and fees.

Prostaff. Desoto. TX
Administrative Assistant/City of Lancaster | March 2001 to May 2001
Work with citizens and developers for information pertaining to the zoning and building
requirements for commercial and residential property.
Legal research for specific properties throughout the City of Lancaster such as legal description of
lots, plat information, etc.

MISCELLANEOUS
Billing/Bookkeeping | JMS Communications | February 2013 to current
President | Red Oak High School Soccer Booster Club | May 2014 to May 2016
Event Coordinator | Project Graduation 2016 | February 2015 to May 2016

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