Your Girl Friday International

Digital Nomad, Virtual Assistant

Yvonne-Cher Skye Owner, Your Girl Friday International

Years Experience: 33

Roles:

Archaeologist: Field technician, and lab technician.

Museum Director, Curator and Archivist.

Politician, Candidate for City Council, Coquille, OR. Campaign Manager, for a candidate for City Council in Honolulu, HI; Campaign Manager, for a candidate for City Council in Fresno, CA.

President of the Coquille Valley Historical Society.

Board Member for multiple Boards of Directors for multiple civic non-profit organizations.

Researcher, Author multiple historical, anthropological and archaeological texts as well as fictional novels.

Administrative Support ranging from Assistant to Senior Executive level of responsibilities.

Newspaper contributor: Reporter, Editor, Social Media Administrator, Distribution and Promotions.

Educational training:

2014 – 2015 Kaplan College: Medical Office Administrator and Medical Coding Coordinator, degree

2005 – Miami University: Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology, and Environmental Science, pending

1998 – San Diego Mesa College: Associate of Arts in Anthropology.

Professional and Technical Skills:

Include but are not limited to the following: Acting – Comedy/Drama, Alpha 8,001-10,000 keystrokes per hour, Archival research and preservation, Basic Office Skills, Calendar Management, Call Center, Chiropractic, Collating, Composition, Correspondence, Conference Call Coordination, Conference Room Setup and Cleanup, Copying, Curation, Customer Service, Data/Order Entry, Editing technical and casual documents, English language texts, E-Mail, Estimating, Event Planning, Expense Reports, Export logistics, Fax, Files, Financial Statement Preparation, Genealogy research, General Ledger, General Practice, Grammar, Home Health, Hotel Management, Housekeeping Management, Internet, Mapping, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Bill Collections, Medical Records – Spelling, Terminology, Transcription/Records, Meetings – Conduct, Coordinate and Manage via in person and Zoom, Micro Film/Fiche research and preservation, Numeric 8,001-10,000 keystrokes per hour, Order Office Supplies, Outpatient Coding, Prepare Presentations, Promotions, Proof Reading, Quality Control, Records Maintenance, Recruiting, Report Generation, Sales, Scanning, Seminar presentations, Shipping and Receiving, Social Media, Sound engineer, Speech research and preparation, Stage Management, Switchboard 10 – 30 Lines, Telemarketing, Television show programming proposals, Travel Arrangements, and Trimble mapping units, Typing over 60 WPM, Voter recruitment

Technical Skills and Software Experience:

Include but not limited to the following:

Acrobat Reader, AmiPro/WordPro, Basecamp, DOS, Facebook, ISIS,GIS mapping, Joomla, Open office software, Medisoft XP, MediSoft, Windows, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Works, Past Perfect 4.0 – 5.0, Patagonia, Photoshop, Trimble, Social Networks, Twitter, and WordPerfect

Work and Professional Experience

Temporary COVID-19 Pandemic Support – Planning Section Cheif, Demobilization Unit Lead, Document Unit Lead, Resources Unit Lead, Situational Status Unit Lead, Time Unit Lead – Coos Health and Wellness, Coos Bay, OR. For the past two years.

A public health organization which serves as the Coos County public and behavioral health. I was hired as the document unit lead, and was promoted to the other listed positions during the 9 month period of my employment. My responsibilities include but are not limited to:

DUL – Track down all documentation whether electronic or paper pertaining to the organizations participation in the Pandemic research, communication, Primary Field Notes, Medical records, Medical Billing, and Updates.

DeMobUL – the preparation of original documentation via interaction with various departments within the medical center as well as county level human resources to determine what items and documentation needed to returned from exiting employees who are either returning to previous positions held within the organization or are temporarily employed as support for the Pandemic. Attendance of weekly meetings with Supervisors from each department to facilitate this process.

IMT Assistant – Set-up conference room for bi-weekly Zoom meetings and took attendance for said meetings. Assisting in onboarding interviews , training of temporary contact tracers and case investigators.

Resources Unit Lead – the development and maintenance of the Incident Action Proposal a bi-weekly document from which the COVID response team drew their assigned tasks to address the current status of the County during this pandemic. It also contains contact details and assigend positions within the COVID response team, as needs changed hence the document required updates. Attended multiple meetings and took minutes so that those discussions were to be included in the archives of the organization. Confirmed and updated information on the IAP documentation which included contacts, resources, and pargnerships with external organizations as well as County resources ona bi-weekly basis which was sent forth to Supervisors to review and sign.

Situational Status Unit Lead – maintained and updated a document that listed details and events that pertained to the COVID crisis within Coos County and State of Oregon, for information dispersal witihn the organization, to community partners, and the public.

Time Unit Lead – the collection of ICS 214 Activity logs from each individual who served as support furing the pandemic, whether employed or volunteering in on-campus activities or off-site at vaccine PODs throughout Coos County. Reviewing each for inaccuracies, communicating needed changes with each employee as need should arise. The documents were then scanned and saved in Basecamp for archival and grant-seeking purposes. The paper document was then filed by date and stored in long-term storage for the aforementioned archival purposes.

These positions are temporary, and there is no indication as to when it shall end, with no increase in pay to equate the increased responsibilities. I am uncertain as to the type of reference they may give for me. I am applying for a new position at this time so that I can have long-term stability. I was assigned the above added responsibilities and positions as needs arose. I was wiling to accept these added responsibilities as a learning opportunity and development of skills. However, I have been informed that there is no need for my services once the pandemic ends, or perhaps even before.

Author, History Book Images of America: Coquille.

The research and editing required to publish a book within the parameters of a well-known publishing company Arcadia Publishing. Our book was a recent addition to a series of over 750 books that have photographs and historical information that relates to small towns and communities within the United States. I have participated in all phases of the development of this book, and am currently wrapping up the book signing events required of the publishing company.

Candidate for Coquille City Council member May 2019.

Archaeologist, Field Technician April – May 2019 – AR Consulting, Richardson, TX. Phase II Testing. Roles and environment were duplicates of previous tasks listed in earlier job descriptions listed below. The main variance was the work was in Texas, a new region in my experience.

Archaeologist, Field Technician January 2019 – Terra Explorations 3130 University Blvd E • Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35404 • 205-799-5638

My role as an archaeologist consisted of phase I survey and shovel test pits as specified by team leader. Working in a variety of weather and environmental conditions while conducting transect observations. As well as, identification of historic artifacts on the surface as well as within shovel test pits of depths until reaching subsoil in disturbed and undisturbed landscapes. On a turn of the Century sugar plantation in Louisiana, USA. The project consisted of historical artifacts and structures. The project was postponed as a result of flooding and Levee Board forced closure of all projects over several state in the Southeast.

Archaeologist, Field Technician November 2018, The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.1800 Indian Wood Circle Maumee, OH 43537

My role as an archaeologist consisted of phase I survey and shovel test pits as specified by team leader. Working in a variety of weather and environmental conditions while conducting transect observations. As well as, identification of historic artifacts on the surface as well as within shovel test pits of depths until reaching subsoil in disturbed and undisturbed landscapes.

Editor, of a history Book about communities in Southern Coastal Oregon, entitled No Place Like Home. By Andie Jensen. My responsibilities was to review the entire text and point out grammatical and spelling errors. I then proceeded to give a page by page review of the original text with my corrections so that the Author could decide which text he preferred. As a result, the text is a smoother and easier read than his previous books as pointed out by the Author and a few of the readers of his previous texts.

Archivist, The Sawdust Theatre, Coquille, Oregon. 2016 – 2019

My role as historian requires the archiving and data collection of images, and documentation that encompasses the 50 year history of the Sawdust Theatre a unique entertainment venue in Coquille, Oregon. This is on a volunteer basis and I control the volume of hours.

Executive Director, Curator, Archivist and Member, Board of Directors for Coquille Valley Historical Society and Museum

07/2015 – 09/2019

My responsibilities included the assessment of then current museum practices and providing advice on areas of improvement, training volunteers and docents on usage of Past Perfect 5.0, and provide organizational support in regards to public outreach, networking and participation within the field of historic preservation and marketing strategies. As well as grant-writing for various projects throughout the city of Coquille. I have been employed at 75% yearly rate enabling me to pursue archaeological projects as they arise. My status has changed to a consultant for a monthly stipend, which enables me to travel and work with multiple organizations.

2014 – 2015 Student, Kaplan College acquiring a diploma in Medical Office Specialist

Applying for and acquiring a scholarship from the county of Fresno, California via Workforce connection, Contractual obligation required full-time enrollment and completion of course and externship. Rewards and certificate recognition includes Dean’s list and perfect attendance.

Managing Editor, Social Media Administrator, Pacific Rim Correspondent for Indian Voices

10/2013 – Present

My responsibilities include collection of articles and final editing proofreading for all contributions to the newspaper. Providing marketing and social networking support and composing articles of Native American lifestyles and concerns within the State of Oregon. A continued focus of ym position is to develop a national audience thus expanding from current distribution of California, Nevada and Arizona. The content focuses on Native American events, entertainment and social issues.

Marine Archaeologist, Marine Science education program Coordinator, Curator and Crew member for South Bayfront Sailing Association

08/2013 – 12/2013

My responsibilities include cosmetic repairs to the ship, development of curriculum, teaching, and research on the indigenous peoples and shipwrecks located in the areas where the Bill of Rights sails. An attribute of this experience includes customer service to the clients and guests who are aboard the ship. Speaking on the various topics pertaining to the history and prehistory of sailing, California Indians, ethnology, and anthropology.

Marine Archaeologist/Crew member for American Tall Ship Institute

07/2013 – 08/2013

My responsibilities include cosmetic repairs to the ship, development of curriculum, teaching, and research on the indigenous peoples and shipwrecks located in the areas where the Bill of Rights sails. An attribute of this experience includes customer service to the clients and guests who are aboard the ship. Speaking on the various topics pertaining to the history and prehistory of sailing, California Indians, ethnology, and anthropology. This organization lost the boat due to financial difficulties and the ships was purchased by South Bayfront Sailing Association who requested that I continue my work upon the Bill of Rights. Hence this employer is hostile and would provide a negative reference for me.

Owner at Your Girl Friday International

03/2012-Present

I support small businesses by providing a website where they can advertise their products and services.  I also provide contractual clerical and administrative support to individuals who are seeking short-time support.

Researcher Anthropologist Independent Studies

11/2009 – 03/2013

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: interviewing, developing hypothesis, studying existing literature, developing terminology and defining patterns within my research, living in several homeless shelters to gain an emic perspective of homelessness and domestic violence social services within the United States.

Archaeologist

09/2012 – 11/2012

Fieldwork on two projects in the Southeastern United States; due to compliance to confidentiality requirements no further information can be provided.

Marketing, Operations Coordinator at Modoc Historical Museum

06/2011- 05/2012

Marketing, Operations and Programming Coordinator wherein I developed programs, reports and organized the archival departments within the museum. As a volunteer, I developed the current library, artifact collection and accessioned donations to the Museum.

Executive Director – Volunteer at River Center

12/2011 – 5/2012

My duties included but were not limited to the following: Facilitated meetings, employees, notetaking, development of programs, educational programming with governmental agencies, schoolchildren and public. Maintained financial records, and files of non-profit organization, actively sought grant funding.

Archaeologist at Archaeological Investigations Northwest

4/2011- 6/2011

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: field survey, pedestrian survey, excavation, and mapping, drawing of artifacts, collection, and documentation. Locations included the state of Oregon.

Archaeologist at Statistical Research Inc.

9/2009- 9/2009

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: field survey, pedestrian survey, excavation, mapping, drawing of artifacts, collection, and documentation. Locations included Lancaster, California. Reason for leaving, the projects ended, complete temporary staff layoff.

Archaeologist at Applied Earthworks

08/2009 – 08/2009

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: field survey, pedestrian survey, excavation, mapping, drawing of artifacts, collection, and documentation. Locations included Madera and Fresno Counties in California. Reason for leaving, the projects ended, complete temporary staff layoff.

Researcher Anthropologist Independent Studies

01/2007 – 07/2009

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: interviewing, developing hypothesis, studying existing literature, developing terminology and defining within my research, living in several homeless shelters to gain an emic perspective of homelessness and domestic violence social services within the United States. Locations included the States of California, Oregon, Arizona, and Washington.

Senior Archaeologist at Gray & Pape

07/2006 – 12/2006

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: field survey, pedestrian survey, excavation, mapping, drawing of artifacts, collection, and documentation. Locations included the states of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Reason for leaving, the projects ended, complete temporary staff layoff.

Archaeologist at Quality Services

05/2006 – 07/2006

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: field survey, pedestrian survey, excavation, mapping, drawing of artifacts, collection, and documentation. Locations included the states of Wyoming, South Dakota and Montana. Reason for leaving, the projects ended, complete temporary staff layoff.

Archaeologist at ASM

03/2006 – 05/2006

My duties included, but were not limited to the following: field survey, pedestrian survey, excavation, mapping, drawing of artifacts, collection, and documentation. Locations included the state of California. Reason for leaving, the projects ended, complete temporary staff layoff.

Archaeologist at Brian Smith and Associates
03/2006 – 03/2006
My duties included, but were not limited to the following: field survey, pedestrian survey, excavation, and mapping, drawing of artifacts, collection, and documentation. Locations included the state of California. Reason for leaving, the projects ended, complete temporary staff layoff.

Researcher and Curator at Brandmiller Circus Museum

9/2005– 1/2006

Miami University Brandmiller Circus Museum. Upham Hall, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056 Fall 2005-2006 My duties included but were not limited to the following Identifying and cataloging of 3000 + slides, 20 + films, and 110 LP albums, preservation, cataloging, research, photographing and inputting data into museum database Past Perfect 4.0

Museum clerk at Miami University Anthropology Museum

9/2004– 1/2006

Miami University Anthropology Museum. Upham Hall, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056 Fall 2004-2006 Docent providing information on the collections and maintaining logbook entries, assist in cataloguing and displaying artifacts held within the museum collection, sorting by material class.

Volunteer at San Diego Archaeological Center

6/2001- 11/2003

San Diego Archaeological Center 16666 San Pasqual Valley Rd. Escondido, CA 92027. Summer 2001-Fall 2003. My duties included but were not limited to the following: labeling, data entry, handling organic and inorganic prehistoric and historic materials, specifically by sorting materials by class. This reference does not wanted to be contacted as per informed by a recent employer, although since it indicates my laboratory experience I retain the information in this document.

My clerical and administrative training began at Ray A. Kroc Middle School, where I worked in the attendance office and answer the school switchboard. I have worked in school office up through middle school, high school, community college and University as a student worker. I have worked with documentation such as transcripts, attendance records and report cards. My experience working with a variety of people at various academic and economic levels including educators, classified staff, and students and external partners off-campus was an integral portion of my experience.

Education

Kaplan College (Brightwood)
Clovis CA USA

Medical Office Management Certification

Miami University

Oxford, Ohio USA

Bachelors in Art, Anthropology, Environmental Science – Pending

San Diego Mesa College

San Diego, California USA

Associates in Art, Anthropology

Mark Twain High School

San Diego, California USA

High School, Other

Languages

American Sign Language

English Conduct Business, Conversational, Read-Write, Understand

French (France, Canada) Conversational, Read-Write, Understand

Spanish Conversational, Read-Write, Understand

Certifications & Recognition

MS Cert Word 2000 Spec

HIPAA – Compliant w RHI Policy

Toastmaster’s Competent Communicator 2012

Toastmaster’s 2^nd place winner – Area Competition 2012

Toastmaster’s 2^nd place winner – District Competition 2012

Medical Office Manager and Billing Coordinator – Brightwood College (Kaplan College) Honors

Publications & Performances

Non-Fiction

No Place Like Home – Andie Jensen. Editor

Images of America: Coquille. Bert Dunn, Andie Jensen, Yvonne-Cher Skye . Co-author

Roy Cook: In his own words. Yvonne-Cher Skye, Author

MATH Maritime Anthropology Vol 1 – 21 set of course curriculum and research materials Yvonne-Cher Skye Author.

Coquille Crow – Owner, Editor, Author, Distribution – Arts & Entertainment Guide and Schedule of local businesses and Services throughout Coos, Curry and Douglas Counties in Oregon, USA.

Fiction

Knightshade Manor – Pseudonym – Raven Knightshade, Author

Dark Highways – Pseudonym – Raven Knightshade, Author

Browning Memorial Hospital – Raven Knightshade, Author

Rhuba: A Seeress of Archaya- Pseudonym – Raven Knightshade, Author

Visions within my Mind – Pseudonym – Raven Knightshade, Author

Following A Crow- Pseudonym – Raven Knightshade, Author

Performances:

Concert, Indian Hills, CO – Viola

Improvisation skit – Colorado Springs, CO

Concerts, Springfield, OR – Clarinet, Percussionist

Concerts, Parades, multiple events over a decade – San Diego County, CA – Clarinet, Trumoet, Percussionist

Concert: Seaworld, San Diego, CA – 10,000+ attendees Vocalist, Keyboardist.

Concerts, events – San Diego, Los Angeles, et al cities CA, NV, AZ – Vocalist, Keyboardist.

A Schoogirl Figure – Rogue Playhouse, Gold Beach, OR – Assistant stage Manager

Sawdust Theater Coquille, OR – “Huggie Proudwell” Actress

Films – Short

A Hmong Veterans: The Guerrilla Soldiers of Vietnam – Fresno, CA award – winning documentary – Editor

CD-Musical Compilations

Lost in a Shadow – 16 songs written and performed by – Black Rose Society, Raven Knightshade, Vocalist, Percussion, Keyboardist

Locations: . I have a passport and am able to work anywhere globally.