Kristi Johnson

Background

About Kristi Johnson

Member, International Association of Administrative Professionals | American Society of Administrative Professionals. I am a highly organized, self-motivated, and goal driven seasoned administrative professional with over 25 years of experience in a large, fast-paced, demanding university department. A team player with a successful track record of developing innovative and practical solutions to organizational challenges, and wide ranging skills including payroll/HR administration, operations and facilities management, staff supervision, budget/purchasing administration, event planning/management, and supporting the unique needs of higher education faculty and administrators. Experienced and effective communicator at all levels within an organization in person, in writing, and online with proven record of successful and efficient remote work. Able to effectively prioritize multiple competing workflows, manage highly complex and confidential data with judgment and discretion, mentor and supervise junior staff, and work independently with little to no oversight. In addition, I perform freelance copy editing and proofreading services, specializing in academic texts/manuscripts and grant proposals. I spend my volunteer time with Special Olympics NY, both as a Coordinator on the Emergency Services team for the triannual State Games and at the local level as bocce assistant coach. I held certification as a NY State EMT for 15 years, and served as a volunteer for local agencies during that time, including an appointment as the Director of the volunteer Emergency Medical Services team for the Onondaga County Parks. I’m currently fascinated by complex cake decorating techniques in addition to fiber arts and floral arranging, and spend my free time dabbling in these areas when I’m not doting on my silly 80 lb. rescue pit who is convinced that he’s a lap dog.