Heather Harper Email & Phone Number

Charleston, Sc, Us

Utilized FEMA's disaster management systems to assess needs, explain eligibility requirements, record and update survivor data, track case progress, and ensure timely follow-up for ongoing recovery support for Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton

Managed the day-to-day operations of the GW Sociology Department by coordinating schedules, overseeing budget, supporting faculty, staff and students, ensuring compliance with university policy and creating safety plans/briefings for members of the department.

Foggy Bottom

Collaborated with professors to enhance the Human Services and Social Justice program by managing the program's web presence, keeping track of student enrollment in the program, and organizing events/newsletters for students and alumni.

Reviewed literature and managed project logistics for a research project funded by Romanian Parliament to explore the transition of the nation from communism to democracy on the 30-year anniversary of the Revolution.

Developed reports and briefing materials for partner organizations such as DoD, BHA, and international governments to demonstrate the success of USFS abroad.

Served as a Brand Ambassador for the college segment of Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville brand - Margaritaville University. Helped spread the Margaritaville State of Mind of being stress free and enjoying the little things by promoting and building awareness through campus events and giveaways.

Provided personalized instruction in speaking, listening, reading, and writing to help students build fluency and comprehension by assessing students' proficiency levels, creating lesson plans tailored to individual needs, and using various teaching methods to enhance understanding.

Conducted photo research to aid authors of the Politics of Central & Eastern Europe, 5th edition textbook in enhancing their chapters; managed endnotes for chapters, ensured the citations were correct and fit the publisher's guidelines.

Assisted the staff of Representative Joe Cunningham's (SC-01) Mt. Pleasant, SC district office with daily operations by answering constituent correspondence regarding policy or casework and facilitated the opening of constituent cases.

Dorchester County, South Carolina, United States

Assessed COVID-19 risks in Dorchester County by attending meetings with county administrators, supporting the development of community action plans to prevent the spread of COVID while continuing county operations.

Assisted the staff of Representative Joe Cunningham's (SC-01) D.C. office by researching policy issues to create form letters, drafting constituent correspondence on policy, attending hearings or briefings, and assisting with office operations such as scheduling, communications, and additional administrative support.

Audited and organized the department filing room to ensure efficiency and compliance with county/state records management policies and procedures.

Cold called alumni and members of the GW community to encourage monetary donations for university programs.

Summerville, Sc

Assisted in the operations of a polling location during elections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws by ensuring voter identification and registration processes are followed.

Master'S Degree, Public Administration

Policy concentration: Homeland security and emergency management

Graduate Certificate, Emergency Management And Homeland Security

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, International Relations And Affairs

Concentrations: International politics, and a regional concentration on the Middle East

Associate Of Arts - Aa