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Review manuscripts and make recommendations regarding acquisitions of new property. Guide authors throughout the publishing process, from outlining and development through cover art production, marketing, and book release. Additional duties include working with the Marketing department to develop sales strategy as well as producing the monthly newsletter and contributing articles to the Xchyler blog. Content editor for On the Isle of Sound and Wonder Content editor for Kingdom City: Revolt Proofreader for Terra Mechanica, a Steampunk Anthology Line editor for Mr. Gunn & Dr. Bohemia Line editor for A Dash of Madness, a Thriller Anthology Line editor for Shades and Shadows, a Paranormal Anthology Line editor for Kingdom City: Resurrection Proofreader for Vanguard Legacy: Reflected Proofreader for Mechanized Masterpieces, a Steampunk Anthology Evaluate manuscripts in slush pile

Los Altos Hills, Ca

12/12 – 1/16 Assist Gilbane program manager and FHDA Accounting with bond program closure Work with Gilbane project managers as well as FHDA Purchasing department throughout bidding process to prepare and distribute bid documents, as well as liaise with contractors Extensive contract management: from approval through execution, coordinating with District Accounting and Purchasing departments to create requisitions, financial tracking and management of contracts, and working with project managers and District through contract closure Work with Gilbane project managers and FHDA Facilities personnel to prepare and submit items to Board of Trustees meetings using BoardDocs.com Extensive experience in completing requisitions and running financial reports using Banner by Ellucian, a higher education ERP Review and process invoices for payment via PROMPT.ed electronic workflow and hard copy Work in conjunction with Gilbane and Maas accountants to prepare and submit invoices to FDHA Work with project accountants during quarter- and year-end budget reconciliation Assist project accountants in preparing quarterly financial reports for Audit & Finance and Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee In charge of ordering and maintaining all office supplies, as well as shipping, event coordination, and other administrative tasks Work with project managers in project closure through the Division of the State Architect09/12 – 12/12 (Contractor: Office Team, RHI) Support Maas Companies, Inc. and Gilbane Construction Company in bond program and construction management for Foothill De Anza Community College District (FHDA) Schedule meetings using Outlook and Outlook Web App Prepare reimbursable invoices for FHDA

San Jose

 Supported OptumInsight during a period of rapid transition following the acquisition by UnitedHealth Group One of two administrative assistants for 200+ employees, including c-level executives Scheduled meetings and conference rooms across multiple calendars Assembled orientation packets, assisted with onboarding, and sent out new hire documents Main point of contact for new hire questions and concerns Liaison to property management and corporate facilities Edited company newsletter, templates, white papers, and brochures Managed various employee lists, seating charts, extensions, and email distribution lists

 Researched and screened potential business opportunities using industry publications and online resources such as EBidBoard Interfaced with vendors and customers Procured bonds for contracts when necessary Created scope letters for each potential bid Assisted in general administrative duties Provided support in the procurement of plans and specifications and delivery of proposals Enhanced the existing bid and proposal calendars by providing real-time updates and collaboration using Google Docs and Google Calendars

B.A, Literature; Creative Writing

Education record

Transferred to UC Santa Cruz after my second year.