Patricia Palmer

Experience

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  Iron County School District

  Mar 2007 - May 2011

  Special Education Teacher's Aide

  Worked as a student support professional. Worked with students individually and in small groups to adjust instruction as needed to meet the needs of students. Coordinated with teachers and administrators to ensure the individual educational needs of students are being met.

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  Southern Utah University

  May 2008 - Jan 2012

  Served as a general point of reference for students with questions about campus policies, supports and services. Assisted students at our in office computers with looking up classes, looking up degree requirements, registration and filling out forms. Scheduled appointments for advisors and helped with various projects as needed. Created brochures and posters for campus programs. Helped introduce new students to campus and ease their transition into a higher education setting.

  • Student Secretary-Academic Advising

    Aug 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Orientation Leader

    May 2008 - Aug 2010
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  Southern Utah University

  Nov 2012 - Aug 2018

  -Processed applications for MBA and MACC programs, reviewed transcripts and assisted students with registration.-Data tracking for departmental programs, use pivot tables to analyze retention and registration.-Student support, marketing, and recruitment. -Serve as a reference for current students about campus policies, procedures and resources. -Serve as a point of contact for prospective students, answer questions, provide program information, and assist them with the application process. Show less

  • Academic Advisor, Graduate Program Coordinator

    Dec 2016 - Aug 2018

  • Adjunct Instructor

    Aug 2017 - May 2018

  • Administrative Assistant-School of Business & Aviation Program

    Nov 2013 - Dec 2016

  • Americorps VISTA

    Nov 2012 - Nov 2013
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  Southern Utah University

  Jan 2019 - now

  As the College Business Manager for the Walter Maxwell Gibson College of Sciences, I lead comprehensive business strategies, including:Employee Learning & Development: Design and implement training programs fostering continuous professional growth.Budget Analysis: Oversee budget planning, analysis, and resource optimization for efficient financial management.Process Improvement: Drive operational efficiency through continuous process improvement initiatives.Data Analysis: Utilize data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making and enhance departmental performance.Project & Event Management: Successfully execute and manage various projects and events, ensuring seamless delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.Brand & Content Strategy Development: Contribute to the development of brand identity and content strategy, aligning with organizational goals. Show less As an Administrative Assistant II, I managed multiple budget indexes, tracked faculty load/overloads, processed EPAFs, and oversaw 40+ hourly workers. Key responsibilities included:Prioritization and Problem-Solving: Efficiently managed various tasks, solving problems and prioritizing responsibilities.Organization and Planning: Coordinated extensive ordering, managed travel authorizations/reimbursements, and supported Biology professors.Communication (Written and Verbal): Effectively communicated with various stakeholders, including faculty, department chairs, and hourly workers.Data Analysis: Utilized Excel and pivot tables for data tracking and analysis of departmental programs. Show less

  • College Business Manager with the Walter Maxwell Gibson College of Sciences

    Mar 2020 - now

  • Administrative Assistant II

    Jan 2019 - Mar 2020