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Performed research utilizing governmental and 3rd party databases to investigate the eligibility of applicants registering to vote while comparing data with other election offices for conflicts.Oversaw preparation of voting sites, including ensuring sites were properly equipped and that staff were performing duties securely and with professionalism.Maintained secure database of confidential information for over 2 million voters, including coordinating with other state, county, and private organizations for accurate information.Supervised onboarding and training of seasonal staff to ensure elections were conducted safely and accurately, including overseeing a multi-departmental team post-election to audit the results.Produced data orders, reports, and Public Record requests from candidates, campaigns, and the public while adhering to strict election code regulations and protecting confidential data.Communicated with members of the public, candidates, campaign staff, and election officials to provide accurate reports to support informed decision-making during elections.Developed policies for operations in compliance with ISO-9001 quality management guidelines, standardizing documentation. In 2020, led the transition to remote observation of electoral operations to remain in compliance with COVID-19 protocols.

Utilized a combination of open-source intelligence, interviews, proprietary databases, and physical surveillance to conduct investigations that ranged from insurance fraud to missing persons cases.Conducted background checks, including investigation of social media accounts, known associates, civil cases, and criminal records to facilitate employers making informed hiring decisions.Created a standardized template for composing technical reports that was adopted across the organization to provide a uniform final product for clients.Analyzed field data to produce detailed reports for client, often within narrow time constraints and while responsible for multiple cases.

Sacramento, California, United States

Office of Assemblyman Travis AllenPerformed research on issues of public interest before assisting in communicating the Assemblyman’s position and determining whether action should be taken.Composed reports on legislative meetings, interviews, and legislation before disseminating to staff, as well as proofed official statements prior to publication.Managed the social media profile of the office, including engaging with constituents as a representative of the office and increasing the organization’s digital presence by expanding to Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Wrote correspondence to constituents and modified the process of communication by creating a new database of prior contacts to target future mailing lists.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Emphasis in Social-Personality Psychology, specifically individual-group relations. Analyzed data distributions to interpret the results.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, International Relations And Affairs

Emphasis in Peace & Security studies with a focus on East and Southeast Asia. Developed a firm grasp of cultural and historic backgrounds.

Minor, Chinese Language And Culture

Focused on contemporary Chinese history and culture. Developed an intermediate level in Chinese language.