Jessica Ness

Experience

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  Western Washington University

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2002

  Writing Assistant and Online Respondent

  -Reviewed student papers (both 1-on-1 and through online submission) for format, content, grammar and flow. -Promoted Writing Center services and tools through presentations in University classrooms.-Facilitated Staff Training in the area of online written response and staff cohesiveness.

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  Lexis Language Agency

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

  English Teacher

  -Created and tailored lessons plans to suit various company's needs and student learning objectives.-Taught both individual and group lessons for up to 30 people.

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  The Czech Restaurant and Bar Guide (CZRB.cz)

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

  Project Manager

  -Oversaw the creation of client webpages and marketing packages.-Researched, wrote & archived copy of restaurant & bar reviews in the greater Prague area.-Researched success models, current competition, and potential target markets for project expansion.

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  The Carver Real Estate Group

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  Agent & Assistant Office Manager

  -Produce Ad copy for various listings in multiple real estate publications-Created Office Training Manual for new real estate agents

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  GSA

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  Administrative Coordinator & Security POC

  -Helped transition office from paper to digital files & helped create and maintain a basic property management database for over 143 different buildings.-Managed front desk.-Wrote and distributed Monthly Newsletter for Federal Center South.-Reviewed Security Clearance paperwork for completeness before formal submittal.

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  Microsoft

  Jul 2007 - Jul 2008

  Procurement Specialist

  -Reviewed contracts for potential legal issues, completeness, accuracy and appropriate payment terms. -Provided Project Owner guidance/updates on the procurement process while ensuring prompt processing of Purchase Orders.

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  Amazon

  Aug 2009 - Dec 2009

  Product Compliance Safety Specialist

  -Managed product recalls process for Amazon and third party merchants, including research, product removal & all necessary communication. -Formulated specific process improvements to be incorporated into a Recall system and product safety recall process overhaul.

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  GSA

  Dec 2009 - Nov 2010

  Lease Administration Database Manager

  -Managed the Western Service Center Lease Administration Database, including all inputs & Lease document streamlining through form document creation. -Provided admin support to 5 Leasing Specialists in the form of template creation, data entry and renewal scheduling

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  PTS Architecture

  Nov 2010 - Feb 2013

  Project Coordinator

  -Served as billing & procurement point of contact between client, Project Leads, AP and AR.-Worked as a jurisdictional liason for Land Use and Permitting Specialists, submitting permit applications & obtaining permit issuance.-Responsible for upkeep and updates of project tracker, and creation of customized project reports.

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  LUCID Lounge

  Feb 2013 - Nov 2013

  LUCID Indie Film Series Director

  LUCID Indie Film Series is a monthly event, held at LUCID Lounge in Seattle's University District, the 4th Monday of every month. Our goal is to provide a vehicle for local and international independent filmmakers to share their work, to be an event where people who love film can come for fresh perspectives and local film-making. Our desire is to foster the already vibrant artistic community at LUCID Lounge with the addition of Seattle's film-making and film-loving community. We hope to provide a future space for film related classes, meet-ups, festivals and screenings. Show less

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  H10 Capital

  Mar 2013 - Jun 2013

  Lease Analyst

  -Provided design guidance and data extraction for internal lease administration and storage tool.

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  Seattle Latino Film Festival

  May 2013 - Jun 2013

  Grant Writer

  The Seattle Latino Film Festival (SLFF) celebrates the art and entertainment of Latin American cinema. It's goal is to bring audiences and filmmakers together for an educational experience and to support the magic of film making as a part of Hispanic culture globally.

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  Pacific Telecom Services

  Dec 2013 - Sept 2014

  PTS is a full service telecommunications site development company based in Seattle, WA. With additional offices in Oregon, California and field offices throughout the United States PTS focuses on effective program management, creativity utilizing the latest technology, placement support services and full turnkey solutions. Telecommunications Project Management for Sprint site upgrades.

  • Business Analyst

    May 2014 - Sept 2014

  • Project Manager

    Dec 2013 - May 2014
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  Ghost Alley Espresso

  Apr 2015 - Sept 2021

  Management Team Lead

  A high volume, beloved walk up institution in the the heart of Pike Place Market, Ghost Alley Espresso is now one of the highest reviewed little coffee shops in the greater Seattle area. I participated in various management roles including inventory management, scheduling, training, standards and quality enforcement, customer service and online order fulfillment.

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  Emerald City Tour Guides

  Oct 2015 - Oct 2018

  Owner

  Let me show you Seattle! Creating customized tours, specializing in Pike Place Market history as well as general Seattle knowledge & love, I will show you the city in a way that no one else can.Contact me for a quote for larger group tours and customizable options.

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  HERITAGE PORTABLE BUILDINGS, LLC

  Sept 2022 - now

  Sales Representative