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Springfield, Ma, Us

Longmeadow, Massachusetts, United States

Managed a $500,000 work-study program with 300+ students, ensuring 98% compliance with federal regulations and reducing program error rate by 15% compared to the previous year.Streamlined onboarding process for new students, reducing processing time by 20% and increasing program participation by 10%.Maintained accurate payroll records for 300+ students by collecting and processing necessary documents (I-9, W-4, M-4) with 99.9% accuracy, exceeding department standards.Assisted 25+ departments in sourcing and recruiting qualified Work-Study students, filling all open positions within a semester and exceeding department goals by 15%.Developed and delivered a professional development program for incoming Work-Study students, leading to a 10% increase in employment rates within 6 months and improved teamwork skills, as evidenced by a 15% rise in supervisor satisfaction ratings.Created outreach messages and developed non-profit sourcing to connect work-study students with their community, resulting in a 20% increase in student participation in community service projects.

The first eLearning app providing expert-led, cohort-based courses to upskill Recruiting Teams..Spearheaded the intake process for incoming recruiters, ensuring they have the foundation to thrive in our unique learning environment.Proactively conducted outreach to potential students, generating excitement for our industry-leading curriculum.Provided dedicated coaching to job seekers and transitioning recruiters, helping them navigate the industry and land their dream jobs.

Westfield, Massachusetts, United States

Developed and launched an innovative financial literacy program in partnership with the Urban Education Program for first generation college students, reaching 150 students. This program resulted in a 20% increase in budgeting and savings habits among participants compared to a control group.Created and managed an EDsights chatbot that currently fields 100s of responses successfully, with a 95% satisfaction rate from students. This led to a 30% reduction in student inquiries by phone and email, freeing up staff time to handle more complex cases (50 per month) and increasing overall productivity by 15%.Administered over $3M in financial aid through MassGrant disbursements to 1100+ qualifying students, maintaining a 99.9% accuracy rate in documentation. This exceeded departmental goals by 5% and ensured timely and accurate financial aid delivery to all eligible students.Streamlined the private loan application process for over 200 students, reducing processing time by 25% through clear communication and document organization. This resulted in timely delivery of funds for 98% of students within 10 business days of loan approval.

Greater Boston

Provided data-driven insights to the Outco team, contributing to a 12% increase in student satisfaction with the career program curriculum, as measured by feedback surveys.Developed and implemented new resume and portfolio workshops, leading to a 25% increase in student job offer acceptance rates within 6 months of graduation.Oversaw weekly orientation sessions for cohorts of 30+ software engineers, reducing program dropout rate by 15% through improved resource dissemination and early support.Implemented a streamlined progress tracking system, increasing program completion rates by 10% by facilitating personalized guidance and timely intervention.Trained 100+ software engineers in negotiation tactics, enabling them to secure an average increase of $5,000 in starting salaries. This resulted in a combined revenue increase of $500,000 for Outco and its graduates.Facilitated group interview prep sessions with an NPS score of 98%, boosting student interview success rates by 20%, directly contributing to career program placements.Provided individualized coaching to 100+ software engineers, leading to a 30% increase in interview invitations within 3 months of program completion.

Longmeadow, Massachusetts, United States

At Bay Path I have created content for outreach events for incoming prospective student’s families.Manage hold lists through Jenzabar, PowerFaids and monitor payments for 500+ students among all divisions on campus. Used Cashnet to monitor payment plans and outreach to students as necessary. By performing my weekly goal to counsel 30+ students and families through the billing and payment processes we have seen a decrease of Summer melt by 13%. I have been able to teach students about institutional and other local scholarships resulting in an extra 200k+ in scholarship dollars in a year.Ensure marketing material and chatbot for Financial services is current and accurate with over 100+ responses. Input accurate information from NSLDS reports to PowerFaids increasing productivity for the financial aid reps by 20%>. Help hiring managers recruit for their work study jobs using handshake.

Remote

Managed the full recruiting cycle for 15 positions, including process design, lead tracking, and documentation for 10 hiring managers, enhancing team productivity by 20%.Implemented standardized recruitment templates and protocols, reducing onboarding time for new hires by 15% and ensuring consistent quality across all placements.Managed the entire interview logistics for 100+ candidates, achieving a 95% interview satisfaction rate from both candidates and hiring managers, fostering positive brand perception.Developed a streamlined interview scheduling system, increasing candidate response rates by 12% and improving overall recruitment efficiency.Spearheaded sourcing efforts, identifying and contacting 1,000+ qualified candidates, resulting in a 25% increase in the candidate pool size, surpassing departmental goals.

Springfield, Massachusetts Area

Empowered 2,000+ students with personalized financial aid guidance, leading to a 27% increase in informed college enrollment decisions.Streamlined financial aid access by assisting with FAFSA completion, verification documents, and scholarship opportunities, resulting in a 35% increase in successful financial aid applications.Promoted student success by monitoring academic progress and mental health, providing coaching and facilitating successful transitions to higher education. 20% of students reported feeling more prepared for college after receiving support.Equipped students for academic success by assisting with college applications and offering support throughout the transition process. 80% of students successfully transitioned to their chosen college or university.Championed student career development by providing career planning guidance and connecting deserving students with scholarship resources.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General, 3.5/4.0

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Sociology, 3.5/4.0

Deans List, All semesters - Robert Bohlke Award recipient for academic excellence in Sociology

General Studies

Activities and Societies: Captain of Varsity Football, Varsity Wrestling, Chorus, Track and Field, Weight LiftingJohn & Abigail Adams.