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Reno, Nv

Reno, Nv

In my most recent role, I plan, implement and execute staffing, employee engagement, training, compensation and compliance budgets, policies and procedures for a software and services company that provides marketing tools and transportation solutions for cannabis operators. As such, I conduct employment operations for multiple states including California, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Oregon, Illinois, and Nevada. I oversee candidate selection, conduct and analyze exit interviews, and maintain management guidelines. At all times, I prioritize a positive experience for employees and managers while working to maintain compliance and accurate payroll processing and reporting and serving as Benefits Administrator.

Reno, Nevada Area

Reno, Nv

In this previous position, I directed business operations and staffing activities for a museum serving nearly 18K students and a surrounding population of 500K. I hired, trained and evaluated the members of our student staff. I also ensured the constant flow of resources and assessed business performance to determine and address areas for improved efficiency and capacity. I administered and supervised all aspects of the gift shop operations including inventory, sales, and marketing. I also served as planetarium's Interim Director for a 3-month period (May-July 2018) and recruited the new permanent Planetarium Director.

Reno, Nv

In this capacity, I searched for, recruited and onboarded qualified employees to fulfill roles at this community-owned grocery store. I created our entire HR administrative system and all of the HR department's functions, policies and processes as well as all of our new co-op positions. I developed our performance evaluation system and fair compensation programs, established and maintained personnel records, a positive environment and sense of teamwork among our workforce. I'm proud that I:• Successfully grew staff from 10 to 40 plus employees.• Nurtured an environment of democratic decision-making and non-violent communication.

Portland, Oregon Area

Graduate Certificate, Heritage Conservation

Master'S Degree (M.A.), Anthropology

Emphasis on cultural and linguistic anthropology with a focus on the role that gender plays among female professionals in predominantly.

Graduate Certificate, Gender, Race, And Identity Studies

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology

Emphasis in cultural and linguistic anthropology with a minor in Business Administration

Professional Certificate, Human Resources Management And Services