Alfretta began working for the County as an Account Clerk Typist on April 1, 1991.  She has served as a BICS Operator and as a Senior Account Clerk Typist.

Currently, Alfretta reviews, audits and processes all program related accounts payable for the Department of Social Services, most notably Public Assistance, HEAP and Medicaid as well as most emergency programs.  She provides backup to the other accounting staff for services and administrative accounts payable as well as the BICS processing system.  She also assists with equipment and supply orders for all the Department’s needs.

Known to all as Sis, Alfretta is among the County’s most punctual employees and takes pride in almost never being late for work even on our most challenging inclement days.  She works in a small, five person accounting unit that manages more than $25 million each year and accounts for it to the penny.

She works diligently to keep her workload current and is always available to assist others when their workload increases.  She is an expert at this, too, because there have been various extended periods of time when the unit has had to function with just four staff and they were able to keep overtime to a very modest amount.

Sis likes new challenges and thinks hard about work around solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency.  She tries each day to stay on top of her work.  We find that she represents the best of what our expectations are for a valued, trusted and appreciated colleague.

Sis has six children and enjoys her eight grandchildren.  Her husband, Paul, is retired.  She loves bowling, and has 50 years invested in the sport.  In spring, summer and fall, her flower gardens are her passion.  She is also an avid fan of dirt auto racing.

When asked what she likes most about her job, Sis says she thoroughly enjoys the work environment, particularly her co-workers who make work enjoyable.

Congratulations, Alfretta, and thank you.