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Continued employment in the Social Service sector that will draw upon my skills and interests in an environment conducive to personal and professional growth.

Bachelor or Science, 2004, Summa cum Laude

Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona

GPA: 3.95, cumulative GPA: 3.81

Associate of General Studies, 2002, with Distinction

Mesa Community College, Mesa, Arizona

Cumulative GPA: 3.57

Six years of management experience in business administration including Accounting and Payroll. Entertainment industry specific experience including General Manager, Assistant Manager, and Supervisor. Responsibilities within these positions have included:

Family Teacher, Utah Youth Village, Salt Lake City, Utah

Supervisor, Annette Curtis, Consultant; May 2006 – Present

Used the Teaching Family Model in a group home setting to provide treatment and behavior modification to adjudicated juvenile sex offenders. Treatment plan with therapeutic team around strengths, problem behaviors and skill deficits of youth. Reinforced youth’s use of skill through a token economy through positive and negative reinforcement and other behavior modification principles.

Hired and trained Associate Family Teachers in the Teaching Family Model. Managed the administration of the group home, including scheduling, budgeting, and report writing. Worked to develop a team atmosphere with youth, parents, therapists, caseworkers, judges, and other professionals in order to more effectively treat the youth in care.

VP / Publisher, Northern Spirit Books, Tempe, Arizona

Supervisor, Linda Dewey, Owner; May 2005 – April 2006

Developed and directed statewide marketing plan, including promotion and publicity. Cultivated positive relationships with other businesses. Prepared, edited, and designed promotional material including press kits and extensive website. Maintained in house accounting including payables, receivables, inventory, and payroll. Supervised seven telecommuting employees, conducted staff meetings.

Web Master / Designer, Freelance, Tempe, Arizona

Self-employed; November 2004 – Present

Designed and maintained internet websites for individuals and organizations, working closely with them to deliver a satisfying final product, including graphics creation. Designed product packaging and promotional material.

Research Assistant, Family & Human Dev. Dept., Arizona State University

Under Dr. W. A. Griffin; Supervised by S. Schmidt; Fall 2004

Coded children’s behaviors and interactions with purpose of creating a computer simulation of said behaviors and interactions.

General Manager, Madstone Theaters, Chandler, Arizona

Supervisor, Nancy Yaffa, Vice President; July 2002 – Nov 2002

Opened business; sole responsibility and accountability for all business operations; hired, trained and supervised a staff including assistant managers, supervisors, and floor staff; developed and implemented policy and procedure to maximize customer service and increase profitability.

Payroll Coordinator, NCS: Census 2000, Phoenix, Arizona

Supervisor, Donald Janes, Department Manager; Jan 2000 – Aug 2000

Processed departmental payroll for 150 employees. Investigated, calculated, and corrected payroll variances.

Assistant Manager, Hollywood Video, Phoenix, Arizona

Supervisor, Carol Zerillo, General Manager; May 1999 – Sept 1999

Assist in all daily operations of business. Trained and supervised staff with an emphasis on Customer Service. Compiled all financial data including deposits and petty cash for delivery to corporate.

Assistant Manager, Harkins Theatres, Scottsdale, Arizona

Supervisor, Eric Kullander, General Manager; Aug 1998 – Nov 1998

Assist in all daily operations of business. Trained and supervised staff with an emphasis on Customer Service. Completed daily product inventory.

Assistant Manager, United Artists Theatres, Scottsdale, Arizona

Supervisor, Jerry Heredia, General Manager; Sept 1995 – Aug 1998

Assist in all daily operations of business. Trained and supervised staff with an emphasis on Customer Service. Completed daily product inventory and weekly employee schedule. Supervised projection booth operations including equipment maintenance and repair.

Campaign Volunteer, Dennis Kucinich for President 2004

Volunteer, Spring 2004

Interacted with members of the community to motivate & inform about Representative Dennis Kucinich’s background, position on issues, and qualifications to secure their vote during the primary election.

Sunday School Teacher, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Team teach 15 Preschool Age 3-4 year olds, October 2003 – February 2005

Responsible for teaching the youngest members of the church gospel principles using age appropriate and interactive methods.

Computer:

●     Fluent in Windows; MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Front Page

●     Operated QuickBooks, PDI, ADP, TimeCare, HRizon, and other proprietary accounting, payroll, and HR software

●     Created and Maintained websites using HTML, JavaScript, and editors

●     Graphics creation and editing using Adobe Photoshop, Corel and other tools

●     Word processing at a typing speed of 70 wpm w/ 98% accuracy

●     10 - key by touch

Technical: 

●           Networked, installed, maintained, and repaired computer hardware

●           Proficient in 35mm projector operation, maintenance and repair

Training and Certifications: 

●           Certified Family Teacher, Teaching Family Model Practitioner, 2007, UYV

●           Completed corporate training courses in management styles and techniques.

●           Certified Arizona State Food Manager.

●           Certified as Disclosed Manager from Arizona State Alcohol Training program.

●           United States Government Title 13 security clearance, for sensitive information.

Please contact me for detailed work experience and references.