Kimberley Smith

Experience

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  Village Casuals

  Jun 2006 - Feb 2007

  Sales Clerk

  In this retail position, I assisted customers in locating and purchasing store merchandise, handled daily business accounting, and tracked daily purchases. I was entrusted to run the store independently each day.

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  University of Colorado Boulder

  Feb 2009 - May 2012

  Library Research Assistant

  I worked primarily in the Research Services Department, and assisted students, faculty, and public patrons in navigating library databases, developing efficient search strategies, and using library technology. I facilitated contact between patrons and librarians for the use of study rooms and bibliographic services.In addition, I shelved and organized the newly-constructed Research Services Department.

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  Barnes & Noble

  Apr 2012 - May 2013

  Head Cashier

  As Head Cashier, I handled daily accounting, including balancing tills and managing cash deposits and change orders. My supervisory duties included training and supervising all cashiers. I also completed all training as a customer service representative, barista, shelver, and NOOK support technician to provide excellent customer service in all areas of the store.

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  Boulder Book Store

  Apr 2013 - Aug 2013

  Bookseller

  Assisted customers with book recommendations and selection based on personal preferences. This is a cozy and quirky bookstore local to Boulder, and the one retail position I would happily return to if necessary.

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  Coronado Apartments

  Jun 2013 - Dec 2018

  Leasing & Resident Assistant

  • Responsible for conducting tours and lease signings, qualifying potential residents, addressing tenant questions and concerns, and maintaining a meticulous organization system for all files and bills.• Managed a complex schedule coordinating between contractors, tenants, and the leasing office to ensure successful apartment transitions.• Familiar with Fair Housing laws and the CAA Handbook.

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  University of Colorado Boulder

  Jan 2014 - May 2014

  Provost's Fellow

  A semester-long fellowship in Academic Librarianship, completed in Norlin Library. I was responsible for translating and transcribing a selection of medieval manuscripts in the Special Collections Department with the goal of providing greater access to students who are unable to read Latin. I also scanned and integrated manuscripts and documents into CU's Digital Library and gained a working familiarity of ABBYY FineReader OCR Software.

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  University of Colorado Boulder

  Apr 2016 - May 2018

  • Coordinated the design and implementation of large-scale graduate and undergraduate curriculum changes.• Managed course scheduling for each academic semester, including: monitoring enrollments; resolving course conflicts; locating appropriate classroom spaces; assigning instructors; and providing enrollment support to students and faculty.• Ensured that the course catalog was up to date.• Hired, trained, and supervised student assistants. • Oversaw all front desk operations, including: identifying and addressing student and faculty needs; planning and executing department events; managing accounts and orders; maintaining stock of office supplies; and providing administrative support.• Hired, trained, and supervised student assistants.• Managed course scheduling and curriculum changes for the department’s undergraduate, graduate, and distance courses.

  • Student Services & Curriculum Coordinator

    Mar 2017 - May 2018

  • Front Desk Supervisor

    Apr 2016 - Mar 2017
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  Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence

  Jun 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Provided support and victim advocacy to survivors of domestic violence through survivor-centered practices, trauma-informed services, mobile advocacy, assistance with lease breaks and the housing search, and community resourcing to attain self-sufficiency through wraparound services.• Established and maintained partnerships with community organizations and property management companies with the goal of providing advocacy for survivors and public education on the realities of domestic violence.• Participated in crucial conversations with Boulder County HHS and MDHI on the intersection between domestic violence and homelessness, and collaborated on appropriate solutions to allow survivors equal access to housing resources.• Grant management: tracked and administered VOCA funds to provide survivors with financial support, and maintained detailed records on their usage and accompanying case management.• Accepted additional responsibilities as the interim Director of Housing and Economic Justice, from 6/2019-10/2019. Additional duties included: managing OVW funds, case management, and reporting; training new housing advocates; introducing new SPAN interns to the housing program; informal supervision; managing the Economic Empowerment workshop series; improving team policies to provide more inclusive access for survivors and to ensure smooth collaboration across teams; maintaining relationships with SPAN's MOU partner organizations. Show less • Provided direct service in the domestic violence shelter to create and maintain a safe and supportive environment for survivors and their children.• Responsible for hotline crisis support, including managing shelter screenings, conducting lethality assessments, providing support to survivors in crisis, creating safety plans, and recommending various resources and practices based on client needs.• Managed the shelter independently while addressing emergencies and responding to client needs with survivor-driven and trauma-informed practices. Show less

  • Housing Stability for Survivors Project Coordinator

    Dec 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Victim Services Intern (Emergency Crisis Shelter)

    Jun 2018 - Dec 2018
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  "I Have A Dream"​ Foundation of Boulder County

  Feb 2021 - Mar 2021

  Grant Writer

  Temporary contract with a local nonprofit to maintain the funds portfolio by writing and submitting various grant proposals.

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  Boulder County Sheriff's Office

  Mar 2021 - now

  Transitional Housing Coordinator