Alyssa Robin Brooks
Fresno,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Office Technician with a background in student advising and community outreach. Proven track record in fostering academic success and personal development among students. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with diverse student populations and staff.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Advisor
Fresno State COSS Advising Center
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Employed as a student assistant within the College of Social Sciences Advising Center
- As a Student Advisor at the College of Social Science Advising Center, I effectively address student needs through phone calls and in-person appointments
- Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
- Streamlined the advising process by effectively utilizing student database systems, enhancing efficiency and communication between advisors and students.
External Affairs Legislative Intern
Office of Governor Gavin Newsom
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in constituent relations by responding to inquiries, addressing concerns, and providing information on legislative matters.
- Identified, researched and tracked legislative issues relevant to current public issues.
- Updated databases for tracking legislation movement to ensure accuracy of information provided to staff members.
- Exhibited professionalism when interacting with high-level officials within both the municipal and non-profit sectors.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding sensitive information encountered throughout daily work responsibilities.
Tutor/ASP Program Instructor
California Teaching Fellows
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Employed through the California Teaching Fellows program, servicing students within a tutorial center at Sanger High West Campus
- Responsibilities included providing snacks, ensuring the sign-in system is being utilized amongst students, providing homework help at students' request, and teaching students how to use programs such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Mentor/Community Volunteer
Equality California
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Employed through a small non-profit, provided one-on-one mentorship to LGBTQ+ students at Roosevelt High, as well as coordinated GSA club activities such as fundraisers and student campus events.
- Responsibilities included creating a guided student-specific curriculum to introduce topics such as value-setting, stress coping, and college readiness
- Dedicated 40+ hours weekly to student mentorship and volunteer work at local food banks and other non-profits
- Daily responsibilities included reaching out to local community organizations such as the Poverello House and United Way of California, providing extra support at local vaccination events and pantry drives, and maintaining daily communications with students and staff to coordinate weekly support meetings
Education
BS - Political Science
Fresno State University
High School Diploma -
Fowler High
01.2016
Skills
- Career counseling
- Leadership qualities
- Social media proficiency
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
Volunteer Experience
TJ Cox Campaign, Canvassing, phone banking, June-November 2020
Timeline
Student Advisor
Fresno State COSS Advising Center
07.2023 - 07.2024
External Affairs Legislative Intern
Office of Governor Gavin Newsom
06.2023 - 08.2023
Tutor/ASP Program Instructor
California Teaching Fellows
08.2021 - 05.2022
Mentor/Community Volunteer
Equality California
07.2020 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Fowler High
BS - Political Science
Fresno State University
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