Experience

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  The limited

  Nov 2004 - May 2006

  Shift lead

  -Key holder to a $5-7M location, frequently maintaining Southwest region #1 store-Opened and closed cash registers to ensure accurate daily cash bank deposits accounting for both cash and credit card transactions -Trained 4-6 new employees in SOPs; shipping, stocking, and customer service to ensure against theft and damage and maintain inventory-Engaged and solved customer’s issues and concerns regarding items and service-Consulted store manager to identify opportunities for improvement to support store’s mission. Show less

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  Heritage christian academy

  Aug 2007 - Jan 2008

  Math teacher/ model un coach

  - Created daily lesson plans for Freshman - Junior High School students, using Socratic method. - Mentored and supported young adult issues.- Developed the school’s 1st Model UN team for local competition.

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  Coastal georgia community college

  Sept 2007 - Jan 2008

  English second language teacher

  -Administered exams for adult students resulting in an increase of 50-100 points on an 800 point scale-Developed & held weekly lesson plans for English language adult learners, respecting their individual (elementary to post- graduate) educational levels

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  Coastal coalition for children

  Nov 2007 - Jan 2008

  Assistant

  - Implemented new process of client case management system- Researched, gathered data, and prepared reports for Director’s approval for grant opportunities using client records; which in turn helped secure over $200K from the United Way and other local organizations.

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  Mccarthy & holthus llp

  Feb 2009 - Apr 2009

  Legal aide

  - Prepared exhibits for legal motions following rules set by the corresponding district’s guidelines.- Appropriate calendaring for attorney’s court appearances.

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  Potter handy, llp

  May 2009 - Apr 2010

  Bankruptcy paralegal

  - Implemented bilingual Information for emerging Bankruptcy Department. - Created Bankruptcy Petition for client’s review.- With attorney’s approval filed Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions.- Met with clients to gather information and documents.- Maintained and ensured attorney’s calendar for courtroom proceedings.

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  Navy-marine corps relief society

  Jun 2011 - Apr 2012

  Relief services assistant

  - Responsible for recruiting, training and working with volunteers in 7 satellite offices, 3 Thrift Shops across 5 states with upwards of 130-150 volunteers (Washington Navy Yard) - Coordinated over 50+ cases with to service members, always prioritizing confidentiality and integrity- Liaison/ advocate for volunteers and employees at global non-profit financial educational services organization- Served as person-in-charge when Director was out of the office to train and supervise approximately volunteer staff - Maintained Director’s and volunteers appointment, training calendar and other administrative tasks Show less

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  Yuma county library district

  Oct 2019 - May 2021

  - Program manager coordinating with various federal agencies (Government Publishing Office, CDRP, & MARCIVE) to join the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) to ensure timely transfer of government collection - Interned with Community Relations Manager and Special Projects & Grants Administrator and learned about Press Releases, Marketing, and Community Outreach - Secured donations from local business in support of various programs and activities - Maintained Reference Collection and made suggestions to library collection - Prioritized and managed a self-directed workload of research, recording, produce, and edit approximately 20 informational programs, storytimes, digital tutorial videos for public use and library district co-workers - Developed several marketing campaigns on various social media platforms on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, & Wordpress - Used M-File Database to create more streamlined approach for projects award to the library via grant awards from partnerships and sponsors Show less - Helped during the various pivots during COVID in related to Recording, producing, and editing more than 10 virtual storytimes and at-home STEM virtual programs, including a “Christmas in July” theme with local leaders as participant readers. - Participated in organization of countywide Staff Development Day.- Maintained Collection by shelving materials in assigned areas; cleaned books as needed; weeded parts of the collection; submitted list of books that needed replacing to Collection Manager. - Desk Duties included utilizing basic reference techniques; troubleshoot computer issues for patrons; reader’s advisory for young patrons, using OCLC and SIRSIDynix WorkFlows to locate material for potential InterLibrary Loan.- Developed over all-ages Family Evening Storytime with program activities- Attended over 20 hours of conferences, webinars, training sessions, and meetings; read professional journals; observed other library programs to stay current and get new ideas for programs. - In addition to relaying library policy to the general public, I participated in team building activities such as participating Staff Enrichment Committee Show less

  • Information/ Government Document Librarian

    Aug 2020 - May 2021

  • Library Aide

    Oct 2019 - Jul 2020
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  Yuma county clerk and recorder

  Sept 2020 - Nov 2020

  Election clerk

  Performed my civic duty during a pandemic and was a Provisional Ballot clerk in both the 2020 Primary and General Elections ensuring people's right to vote. It was an incredible experience.

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  City of alexandria, virginia

  Jun 2021 - Feb 2023

  Sunday librarian

  - Provide Public Services to the community through marketing displays and reference for patrons and act as substitute librarian as necessary. *** In my free time, I review advanced reader copies for NetGalley.

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  Code of support foundation

  Aug 2021 - Oct 2021

  Toast to the troops 2021 coordinator

  - Coordinated and helped execute annual fundraising high-profile event - Coordinated with high- profile donation donors and packages

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  Navy-marine corps relief society

  Nov 2021 - Jun 2022

  Education assistance program manager

  - Coordinated with COO for administering Education Assistance Program which includes scholarships and no-interest loans. - Coordinated with Finance team to develop annual budget- Updated application system to increase applicants and awards

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  Arlington county

  Jun 2022 - now

  Programs & partnerships librarian