Common Interview Questions

1. Patricia C. DiRenzo
“Get to know me”
Five Common Interview Questions

2. A Little About Myself
• I am a recent graduate from Roger Williams University with a
Bachelors of Science in Paralegal Studies and a Certificate in
Public Administration Management.
• In 2015 I completely focused on completing my degree; and
through the Continuing Studies Program, I went full time and
made the Dean’s list, and graduated in December.

3. Experience
• I held a variety of administrative positions in the public sector that reported
directly to an elected board or an appointed committee.
• I was the liaison between the board/committee and the various stakeholders:
such as the general public, other elected officials/appointed boards, and
upper management.
• I was the administrator of all policy and procedures as dictated by law, met
all legal deadlines and maintained efficient and professional operations.

4. Most Valued Skills
Communication
• Communication is not only
listening, but also clearly
delivering information with
diplomacy, tact, and clear
understanding of my
audience.

5. Communication Skills
• I create the opportunity to
communicate and negotiate a
positive outcome.
• I can easily relate to people and
connect with their concerns.
This skill garners trust and a
willingness to be open.
• I quickly assess an assignment
into the most efficient
administrative process.
• I assimilate quickly to a group
culture and understand the
mechanisms necessary to
reach the common goal.

6. Customer Service Skills
• Every task is connected to
customer service.
• Every person who is effected or
impacted by my performance is my
customer.
• Every task is an component to a
great performance.
• I look to find the solution to the
problem.
• I am constantly revisiting office
procedures and processes to
delivery better quality and more
efficient work product.

7. Work Ethic
• Goal oriented I don’t stop until it’s finished.
• Resourceful I work independently with little supervision.
• I will ensure that your directives, goals, culture, and vision be
communicated effectively and efficiently
• I will orchestrate many different and sometimes conflicting
interests into a finished product.

8. Thank You for Watching!
•Patricia C. Howe-DiRenzo 508-243-2775
•Email: tishdirenzo@gmail.com
•LinkedIn: Tish (Patricia Howe) DiRenzo