Ariana Bengtson

Experience

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  UpScale Music

  Jan 2015 - Aug 2015

  Bookkeeper / Office Manager
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  Southern Connecticut State University

  Feb 2016 - May 2019

  • Participated in the interviewing and hiring of Writing Specialists by reviewing applications and preparing evaluative notes • Assisted the Associate Director in training new Writing Specialists in accordance with the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) International Tutor Training Program Certification approved standards• Managed a cohort of Writing Specialists including scheduling, observing, mentoring, tracking progress toward CRLA certification, and referring to additional trainings when necessary and appropriate Show less • Tutored several college students across various disciplines in writing throughout each shift• Assisted students with reading comprehension across many subjects, including: composition, psychology, and history • Worked with students of all class levels and backgrounds, including English as a Second Language (ESL) students • Collaborated with coworkers and employers during professional development meetings to better improve reading and writing instruction within the organization Show less

  • Writing Coordinator

    Feb 2019 - May 2019

  • Writing Tutor

    Feb 2016 - May 2019
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  Global Brigades, Inc.

  Dec 2016 - Jan 2018

  Chapter President

  • Nominated and elected as President after demonstrating passion and commitment to club activities, participation, and fundraising• Directed 1 club meeting weekly to discuss upcoming club events and student participation• Attended a public health brigade to Nicaragua in January 2017 and constructed sanitary systems for several families in the local community, Los Encuentros de San Gabriel• Organized and executed a medical brigade with 18 students to Los Encuentros de San Gabriel in January 2018. Responsibilities included flight booking, promotion, and delegating duties at a medical clinic. Show less

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  Metaphilosophy

  May 2017 - May 2019

  Editorial Assistant

  • Assisted editing process by answering author inquiries, sending acceptance and rejection letters, and filing submissions• Communicated with editors and editor-in-chief to vet initial submissions • Managed spreadsheets and documents organizing submissions and publications • Organized and managed library and database of books received

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  Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants

  Jan 2019 - May 2019

  Project Rescue Intern

  • Assisted Project Rescue program, which helps victims of human trafficking and unaccompanied minors • Helped clients access legal and social services, communicating in both English and Spanish• Prepared and managed case-notes for case managers • Assisted with administrative support, such as scheduling appointments and organizing donations

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  Yale University Press

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Acquisitions Editorial Intern

  • Assisted the peer review process by querying reviewers, processing honorariums, maintaining spreadsheets, and mailing manuscripts • Prepared published book files, including all necessary permissions and contracts for future reference • Helped prepare memos on manuscripts for Acquisitions Panel, which decides what projects the Press should pursue for publication

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  Bridgewater Associates

  Sept 2019 - Jul 2020

  Candidate Lead/Recruiting Operations Associate

  • Drove candidate momentum by answering inquiries, scheduling interviews, and meeting with candidates • Worked as a thought partner to recruiter and hiring team to maintain an excellent assessment design, ensuring a fair and equitable assessment of each candidate • Supported various administrative tasks, such as team expenses, scheduling meetings, and coordinating interview “super days”• Built an internal Confluence web page to archive assessment designs and store important data • Completed a robust candidate communications project with members of the team, in which we revamped our external communications to ensure consistency, professionalism, and an excellent candidate experience Show less

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  University of New Haven

  Jan 2021 - May 2022

  Graduate Assistant

  Manage marketing and administrative needs for the Communication department. • Initiated and manage first-ever social media campaign for the department, including an Instagram account, Facebook page, and LinkedIn group featuring relevant content for students • Research and advertise job and internship opportunities for current students • Develop weekly flyers, posts, and e-mail campaigns to update students and faculty on events, spotlights, or new opportunities

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  Connecticut Water

  Apr 2021 - now

  Deliver excellent service to current and prospective employees by leading efforts in recruiting, onboarding, and training.-Serve as lead recruiter on multiple requisitions at a time across several departments, including engineering, service delivery, accounting, customer service, water treatment and operation, and Information Technology.-Manage onboarding for new hires, including all necessary pre-employment verifications and new hire orientation-Serve as first point of contact for internal career opportunities-Assist in developing and executing training programs such as Leadership Development and New Manager Orientation Show less Deliver excellent service to employees and candidates by supporting recruiting, onboarding, and training.• Successfully filled several roles across various departments including Customer Service, Field Service, and Revenue Services all by target start dates.• Developed first New Leader Orientation series for all new managers by surveying key stakeholders, researching and developing resources, and leading presentations• Assist with various data analysis and administrative needs using Cornerstone LMS, ADP and Excel. Show less

  • HR Talent Specialist

    May 2022 - now

  • Human Resources Intern

    Apr 2021 - May 2022