Abby Silcox
Cullowhee,NC
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Sustainable Campus Initiative
Cullowhee, NC
05.2023 - Current
- Helped clients apply for funding for projects that will contribute to sustainability on Western Carolina University's campus.
- Collaborated with coworkers to approve funding for sustainable projects on campus.
- Advocated for sustainable practices on campus and in the community through tabling events and service events.
Einstein Brothers Bagels
Aramark
Cullowhee, NC
10.2022 - Current
- Prepared quality food promptly for customers.
- Provided friendly and clear communication to coworkers and customers.
- Resolved customers questions and concerns promptly and professionally.
Center Director
Appalachia Service Project
Hindman, KY
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed 8-10 home repair projects and taught 50-100 volunteers basic construction skills and safety each week.
- Problem-solved and collaborated with staff and volunteers to create practical solutions for construction projects.
- Managed a staff and implemented systems to increase staff efficiency and help each member achieve individual goals.
- Managed $200,000 of federal and local grants.
Volunteer Coordinator
Appalachia Service Project
Charleston, WV
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Communicated regularly with incoming volunteers, assisting with questions in preparation for their volunteer week.
- Managed 3-4 construction projects each week , assisting volunteers as needed.
- Created 6-10 social media posts each week for each home repair project.
- Wrote final grant reports for each home repair project completed.
Americorps Volunteer
Christian Appalachian Project
Paintsville, KY
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided home repair services to a variety of families throughout Eastern Kentucky.
- Problem-solved with teammates on the worksite.
- Taught short-term volunteers (ages 15-70) construction skills and safe practices on the worksite.
Operations Coordinator
Appalachia Service Project
Martin, KY
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed a food budget for 25-50 volunteers each week and ordered food accordingly.
- Managed 1-2 cooks to ensure quality breakfast and dinner meals.
- Organized and facilitated regular cleaning and maintenance of the facility.
College Tour Guide
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Created meaningful connections with families
- Promoted the resources and activities the University had to offer
- Customized each tour to fit the needs and interests of each individual student and their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Carolina University
12.2024
Hudson High School
05.2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Problem Resolution
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, ARCGis, and Rstudio software
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Advanced Wilderness First Aid Certified
Timeline
Project Manager
Sustainable Campus Initiative
05.2023 - Current
Center Director
Appalachia Service Project
05.2023 - 08.2023
Einstein Brothers Bagels
Aramark
10.2022 - Current
Volunteer Coordinator
Appalachia Service Project
05.2022 - 08.2022
Americorps Volunteer
Christian Appalachian Project
09.2021 - 05.2022
Operations Coordinator
Appalachia Service Project
05.2021 - 08.2021
College Tour Guide
Bowling Green State University
01.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Carolina University
Hudson High School