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Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area

Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area

• Maintain applicant tracking system to ensure all candidate information is up-to-date and accurate, and produce regular reports on recruitment metrics
• Collaborate with search committees to understand their staffing needs and provide support throughout the recruitment process
• Assist with the development of job descriptions and interview questions to ensure they accurately reflect the requirements of the role and the company culture
• Conduct initial screenings of job applicants, ensuring that candidates meet basic qualifications and requirements before advancing to further stages of the recruitment process
• Coordinate interview schedules and manage candidate communication, ensuring a positive and timely experience
• Conduct reference checks to provide clients with additional information regarding candidate experiences and characteristics

Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area

• Developed Customer Relationship Management system, Deltek Vantagepoint, including updating 700+ client contacts to track client interactions and future business opportunities
• Managed proposal production from inception to submission, utilizing Adobe InDesign to obtain new clients
• Simplified the proposal development process, which reduced the amount of time spent responding to RFPs and allowed for an increased number of proposal submissions
• Updated project information, narratives, and images in OpenAsset to create an accessible and relevant database
• Utilized Canva to create eye-catching graphics for event invitations and video advertisements
• Coordinated SEI golf teams' registration and payment for 30+ golf events, including organization of client gifts and raffle baskets

East Rochester, New York, United States

• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate academic planning, career development modules, special workshops, and seminars
• Aggregate data on course offerings for supervisors to determine the number of additional course offerings needed per semester
• Coordinate, lead, and participate in advising programs and courses serving specific sub-populations of students
• Enhance the first-year student Blackboard community by reviewing and assessing information
• Collaborate with multiple departments to gather information and create videos for first-year student Blackboard community
• Assist students in major/minor, career-related research to make informed decisions about post-graduation plans

Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area

• Hosted one-on-one and group sessions that taught students to construct compelling personal statements for college application essays
• Managed online classroom via Zoom during COVID 19 pandemic to provide a productive and safe learning environment
• Built and maintain relationships with students to enhance level of trust and sense of belonging
• Combined student interests, academic achievements, and financial means to create comprehensive college lists
• Reviewed W2 and 1040 tax forms to determine which college programs will create a greater chance of acceptance and completion
• Utilized Overgrad to assist students in creating college lists that match academic goals

Columbia, South Carolina

• Cultivated relationships with company leaders, creating opportunities for student internships and full-time job placement
• Reviewed applications, conducted interviews, and communicated with recruiters to assist in hiring student employees
• Developed training materials to implement in the onboarding of Masters of Human Resource student-staff members
• Led production of 10+ professional manuals to provide resources for students on job-search tactics
• Instructed “Business Careers in a Global Economy” to 80 business students every eight weeks to present career management topics in a formal setting
• Screened and reviewed resumes/cover letters via Handshake to assist students in enhancing application materials

Columbia, South Carolina Area

• Created a sense of community through icebreakers and interpersonal communication among 19 first-year students to welcome them to UofSC and provide support during the transition
• Utilized Kolb’s Learning Cycle, and UofSC’s U01 lesson plans to instruct on topics related to the transition to collegiate life including, but not limited to, time management, academic integrity, career development.
• Attended faculty workshops and trainings to deepen understanding of effective lesson planning
• Collaborated with a peer-leader to facilitate lesson plans and foster beneficial relationships with students

Indiana, Pennsylvania

• Promoted after completing one year of mock interviewing
• Maintained relationships with six faculty members to share program updates and ensure student success through consistent feedback
• Managed course management system, Desire2Learn, to gather incoming student resumes, cover letters, and update grades
• Utilized Qualtrics to aggregate data that provided faculty members with student grades and attendance
• Trained and supervised eight mock interviewers on program policies and procedures, in addition to resume and cover letter review to create cohesive consistency within the office
• Conducted interviews via phone, Skype, and in person to develop and coach students in interviewing skills

Indiana, PA

• Conducted interviews via phone, Skype, and in person to develop and coach students in interviewing skills
• Revised and edited resumes and cover letters, educating on best practices and visually appealing formats to attract recruiters
• Utilized Desire2Learn management system to input grades and feedback for interviewees

Indiana, Pennsylvania

• Updated IUP SAHE website content with news items, testimonials, and Visitation weekend details to help keep alumni and interested students engaged.
• Managed IUP SAHE's social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to show the department's involvement to its followers
• Performed administrative tasks for faculty members, including updating the alumni database to keep current records of all graduates.
• Created semester newsletter that includes involvement of SAHE students, featured articles about and from alumni, and more.
• Collaborated with the GA's for administration and marketing to plan the Practicum and Recruitment fair, as well as Visitation weekend.

Indiana, PA

• Provided individual career coaching 35+ students seeking guidance including resume and cover letter review, major and career exploration, interview preparation, and job search strategies
• Assisted professional staff with career fairs, as well as a speed interviewing program, to allow students to practice interviewing and connect with employers
• Constructed action plan sheets and informational interview guidelines to provide students with information

Watertown, NY

• Developed orientation programs for students participating in EOP to assist with transition
• Collaborated with the Orientation Office to deliver exceptional service to prospective students
• Maintained the EOP Facebook page to connect and engage with admitted studentsSupported students upon orientation to answer and direct questions regarding campus resources, community, and involvement

Watertown, NY

• Presented specialized career development workshops, such as resume and cover letters, networking advice, and career search strategies to educate student on the career decision process
• Counseled 15+ undergraduate students on strategic decision making regarding major and career exploration and provided resources to for additional guidance
• Attended the Eastern Association of Colleges and Employers conference to learn and apply new perspectives on career coaching/counseling

SUNY Oswego

• Assessed departmental needs and campus resources and developed a comprehensive and strategic approach to social media management for SUNY Oswego students
• Designed highly effective and interactive presentations for multiple audiences on the importance of analyzing and improving online reputation, branding, and positive content generation, known as “Digital Dirt”
• Worked with institutional administrators, faculty, student leaders, and community experts to design and implement effective marketing campaigns
• Handled multiple aspects of programmatic initiatives designed to connect students with employers and other community leaders, managing a heavy workload and very tight time constraints
• Actively participated in weekly staff meetings, providing updates, identifying areas needing attention and collaborating with other team members
• Expanded “Digital Dirt Squad” to local school district students, parents, teachers, and administrators

Oswego, NY

• Posted to social media to remind followers of upcoming meetings and events
• Tweeted live at meetings with guest speakers so members who can't attend the meeting can gain knowledge
• Helped create a social media campaign for the United Way Walk-a-Thon, which had 65 more attendees (113 compared to 48) than the previous year
• Researched content applicable to PRSSA members and share it with 303 followers.

Oswego, NY

• Promoted to intramural supervisor after working as an official for one year
• Scheduled employees and games using SubItUp and IMLeagues
• Created a positive atmosphere by encouraging others to collaborate
• Assessed different situations in order to make decisions that would create a safe environment for participants

Oswego, NY

• Designed fliers with QR codes for Oswego businesses that were displayed on kiosks in the Campus Center to increase awareness of locally owned businesses on the SUNY Oswego campus.
• Collaborated with campus representatives to create strategic plans.

Oswego, NY

• Performed opening and closing procedures simultaneously for each game.
• Assessed different situations in order to make decisions that would create a safe environment for participants.
• Encouraged others to work together in order to benefit the participants.
• Managed high-stress situations between competitors.

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Student Affairs In Higher Education

Certificate, L.E.A.D. Supervisor Essentials Training Series, Organizational And Professional Development

L.E.A.D. Supervisory Essentials is a training offered as part of the University of South Carolina's Organizational and Professional.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Public Relations

Activities and Societies: Public Relations Student Society of America, Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Association, Tau Sigma.

Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities, 3.4

Activities and Societies: Women's Basketball Team, Women' Lacrosse Team

Advanced Regents Diploma