Rachel Lerner

Experience

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  Georgetown Cupcake

  Sept 2016 - Dec 2021

  Front of House

  Handled financial transactions, packaged cupcakes, created detailed fondant decorations, filled beverage orders, maintained store inventory, and presented final product to customers to ensure satisfaction.

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  Foundation for Jewish Camp

  May 2018 - Aug 2019

  Cornerstone Fellow

  Attended the 2019 Cornerstone Conference to receive training in creating youth programming. Worked with a team of fellows to create a system to teach camp counselors how to better plan programs for children ages 6-17. Worked with Cornerstone alumni to enhance virtual programming and spread joy during quarantine in Summer 2020.

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  Capital Camps

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2020

  Atzma'im Counselor

  Worked as a one-on-one camp counselor for children with special needs at a sleep-away camp for Summer 2018 and Summer 2019. Planned and lead programs for groups of campers ages eleven to fourteen as well as larger programs for all of camp. During Summer 2020, planned and oversaw online programming for over 700 campers.

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  Alpha Delta Pi Sorority

  Nov 2019 - Jan 2021

  Recruitment Analyst

  Led a team of 10 individuals in the confidential handling of over 940 individual's data, sorted data using Microsoft Office and recruitment software, and supported team to manage tight timelines working in a fast-paced environment. Collaborated with advisors and recruitment team to creatively problem-solve and adjust recruitment training and systems to be completed virtually, and clearly communicated all changes to chapter of 150 recruiters.

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  University of Virginia

  Jan 2021 - May 2022

  Collaborated with a cohesive research team to establish and refine a proper coding scale for measuringconcentration, utilized a coding scale in a variety of classroom scenarios, and communicated with schools and researchers to protect participant confidentiality and maintain consistent protocols. Coded programs, collected data, and ran analyses using Qualtrics, Psychopy, and R. Leveraged new and existing data to support my thesis comparing data collection techniques. Independently researched career development support services at UVA and comparable institutions. Presented recommended programming to senior leaders consistent with the university's current diversity and inclusion initiatives and organizational goals. Managed project timeline and communicated updates to a team regularly on project progress and upcoming goals.

  • Research Assistant

    Jan 2020 - May 2022

  • Career Development Support Specialist

    Jan 2021 - May 2021
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  Hilton

  Jun 2021 - Feb 2022

  Commercial & Corporate Learning Intern

  Successfully managed high priority, multi-million-dollar projects within tight timelines through detailed planning, efficient scheduling, and effective people management. Researched and organized training materials to curate intermediate level eLearning coursework. Consulted frequently with subject matter experts and global leaders to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in the expansion of courses globally and the design of new educational materials.

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  Ducker Carlisle

  Oct 2022 - now

  Source candidates, write job descriptions, review resumes, conduct screening interviews, coordinate technical reviews, and schedule interviews. Write, coordinate, and lead trainings for new employee onboarding. Partner with client experience team to create new employee appreciation and cultural programs including a writing a monthly Boston newsletter, planning monthly office events, and organizing larger all-department events to retain top talent and maintain a strong office culture.

  • Senior Coordinator, HR and Talent

    Feb 2024 - now

  • Recruiting & HR Coordinator

    Oct 2022 - Feb 2024