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Tacoma, Washington, United States

Tacoma, Wa

• Assisted Grants and Contracts Manager to coordinate start-up activities for military medical research funded by government grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts • Assisted in providing guidance to Principal Investigators, primarily military doctors conducting federally-funded research, and their study teams • Coordinated procurement and acquisition of equipment, materials, travel, and proffers for grants in accordance with award guidelines and applicable regulations• Tracked and monitored agreements, including vendor, independent consultant, and sub-recipient contracts• Assisted Grants and Contracts Manager and clients with study closeout procedures and activities, including coordinating final reports and disposition of study assets• Maintained all correspondence related to post-award grant activities within the Foundation’s grants management files

Tacoma, Washington, United States

Monitored, answered questions, and provided directions for guests to ensure safety and maximize the guest experienceSafeguarded LACM's collections and physical assets while enforcing policies and providing excellent customer serviceRespond to emergencies, taking predetermined action for the situation at hand, and rendering first aid in the event of an accident or illnessInvestigate all observed or reported suspicious activity and prepare daily and periodic reportsEnsure proper communication with guests, service users, vendors, employees, and supervisor regarding security needs, concerns, or problemsAssist all departments with security mattersFollow all security policies and procedures and maintain a proficiency in the use of security equipmentSupervise volunteer collection monitors

Tacoma, Wa

• Publicized clinic services via low-cost marketing channels including social media, Craigslist, and donated public service announcements on local radio stations • Responded to questions, compliments, and complaints arriving via social media or email• Maintained positive, informative, up-to-date, and engaging social media profiles for the clinic (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) • Composed and disseminated press releases promoting clinic milestones and services• Prepared applications and reports for grants ranging from $5000 to $120,000• Provided administrative support, including high-volume data entry, for an annual auction that raises ~$70,000 and attracts 300 guests• Engaged potential donors and clients at combined fund drives and community events

Olympia, Wa

• Supported Program Manager with data entry, clerical work, and proofreading grant applications• Processed new applications and renewals of special use permits for adaptive hunting equipment• Answered inquiries from public over the phone and in person, educating community members about relevant state laws and regulations concerning hunting, fishing, and viewing wildlife• Resolved hunter and fisher complaints, documenting issues and steps taken to address them

Worked as part of a team of three to supervise general guest service and safety for zoo groundsInterviewed, selected, evaluated, trained, and scheduled rangers Helped establish standard operating procedure for ranger operationsSupervised guest service operations for the zoo's temporary Dinosaurs! exhibit from May to October, 2010. I scheduled teen volunteers, supervised seasonal employees, and worked alongside members of the education, admissions, and maintenance teams to ensure Dinosaurs! operated smoothly.

Provided a positive and visible presence to the public in the zoo for guest service, first aid, and safetyPrepared discoverable reports for all medical and security incidentsAnswered incoming calls to the zoo's main number; provided information for zoo guests, vendors, emergency support personnel, and others.Led tours to animal areas, cooperating with animal care staff to ensure paying guests and VIPs alike enjoyed safe and memorable visits behind the scenes.Certified Interpretive Guide (National Association for Interpretation), December 2008

Taught reading enrichment classes in the greater Houston area for students age four to adultEvaluated student progress; worked with students and parents to ensure successful completion of assignments and implementation of IRD techniques

Ba, English, History

Activities and Societies: Honors College (graduated with High Honors); 2004 Newberry Library Undergraduate Seminar; Residence Hall.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Future Teachers of America, Junior State of America, Drama Club

English, Gender Studies

Activities and Societies: Program for the Study of Women, Gender, and SexualityGraduate study in American literature and women's studies

Liberal Arts, Theater, Philosophy, Creative Writing

Activities and Societies: Residence Hall Arbitration BoardInterdisciplinary studies (literature, theater, French, philosophy of science)