Open To Work
Amy Reineke
Bushnell University
Springfield,OR
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Customer Success ManagerExecutive AssistantEvent CoordinatorCorporate Event Coordinator
Work Type
Full TimePart Time
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Springfield, OREugene, OR
Open to relocation:
No
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home option
24
years of professional experience
Dynamic customer relations expert with a robust background in admissions, enrollment operations, and event planning, complemented by extensive experience in retail management and entrepreneurship. Honored as Bushnell University's Staff Member of the Year (2023–2024) for exceptional service and collaboration, consistently fostering positive relationships while enhancing operational processes. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and create outstanding experiences for prospective students, families, employees, and campus partners. Recognized for a strong track record in talent development and complex project coordination, achieving remarkable results through organization and servant leadership while maintaining high standards of excellence.
Work History
Assistant Director of Admissions, Visit & Event Coordinator
1 Year 2 Months- Lead Bushnell University's campus visit program while creating personalized experiences that support enrollment goals and strengthen relationships with prospective students and families.
- Lead planning and execution of more than 500 personalized campus visits annually.
- Coordinated and executed three annual Preview Day events, collaborating with faculty, admissions counselors, athletics, and student ambassadors to engage prospective students.
- Developed customized visit itineraries for prospective students, families, athletic recruits, and special guests, enhancing their campus experience.
- Develop customized visit itineraries for prospective students, families, athletic recruits, and special guests.
- Coordinate recruiting visits with athletic programs while ensuring scholarship visit requirements are met.
- Develop admissions procedures, visit resources, and training materials that improve operational consistency.
- Evaluated and improved campus visit processes, optimizing visitor experience and supporting enrollment goals.
Operations Coordinator – Student Life
2 Years 7 Months- Managed operational functions for Student Life while leading major university events, supervising student employees, and supporting campus engagement initiatives.
- Streamlined daily functions in Student Life to enhance student support.
- Coordinated campus-wide events and special initiatives.
- Oversaw budgets, purchasing, scheduling, logistics, and administrative processes.
- Co-coordinated Bushnell University's Commencement ceremonies twice each year.
- Coordinated campus-wide events and special initiatives, fostering community engagement and participation.
- Led two three-week international student service-learning trips to Cambodia, overseeing travel logistics, student preparation, cultural engagement, and on-site leadership.
- Streamlined departmental workflows and administrative processes, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Collaborated across multiple university departments to strengthen student engagement and campus community.
Head Teacher
4 Years- Designed and implemented engaging curriculum focused on early childhood development.
- Fostered positive learning environments that supported academic and social growth.
- Fostered positive learning environments, enhancing academic and social growth.
- Built strong partnerships with parents through regular communication and updates on student progress.
- Planned and coordinated classroom activities, educational programs, and special events to enrich student learning.
Store Manager
7 Years- Directed all aspects of retail operations while leading sales, customer service, merchandising, staffing, and financial performance.
- Ensured efficient operation of store activities to enhance customer experience.
- Managed scheduling, payroll, inventory, merchandising, and operational compliance.
- Analyzed sales performance and implemented strategies to exceed business goals.
- Recruited, hired, trained, coached, and developed high-performing teams.
- Analyzed sales performance and implemented targeted strategies that consistently exceeded business goals.
- Delivered exceptional customer service and built long-term customer relationships.
- Trained new managers and associates on operational procedures and customer service standards, fostering adherence to company culture.
- Selected for J.Jill's New Store Opening Team, helping launch four new stores.
Property Manager / Family Management
16 Years 6 Months- Founded and managed an independent residential property management company, overseeing a portfolio of 10 rental properties while balancing personal household responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Merchandise Management
Graduated: 2001
Skills
Event execution
Salesforce CRM
Process improvement
Relationship development
CRM software experience
Project Management
Operations Management
Budget Administration
Vendor & Logistics Coordination
Process improvement initiatives
Cross-functional collaboration
Team coaching
Customer Experience
Microsoft Office Suite
Recruitment programs
Accomplishments
- - Awarded Bushnell University Staff Member of the Year (2023–2024).
- - Coordinated and oversaw 500+ personalized campus visits annually for prospective students and families.
- - Planned and executed three annual Preview Day events, collaborating across Admissions, Athletics, Academic Affairs, Student Life, and campus departments.
- - Co-coordinated Bushnell University's Commencement ceremonies twice annually, ensuring seamless execution of one of the university's largest events.
- - Planned and facilitated university-wide employee engagement and appreciation events serving approximately 120 employees annually.
- - Supervised, trained, and mentored approximately 25 student ambassadors and student employees each year.
- - Led two three-week international student service-learning trips to Cambodia, providing logistical planning, leadership, and student development.
- - Founded and operated an independent property management business overseeing 10 residential rental properties.
- - Selected to serve on J.Jill's New Store Opening Team, helping launch and train staff for four new retail locations.
LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
- - Create exceptional experiences that leave lasting impressions.
- - Lead through service, integrity, and collaboration.
- - Develop people by coaching, mentoring, and empowering others.
- - Build systems and processes that improve organizational effectiveness.
- - Foster relationships that strengthen teams and organizational culture.
HONORS & RECOGNITION
Bushnell University Staff Member of the Year 2023–2024, Awarded in recognition of outstanding leadership, collaboration, service, and contributions to the university community.
Timeline
Assistant Director of Admissions, Visit & Event Coordinator
Bushnell University
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Operations Coordinator – Student Life
Bushnell University
10.2022 - 05.2025Read More
Head Teacher
Grace Community Preschool
01.2017 - 01.2021Read More
Property Manager / Family Management
Self-Employed
01.2010 - 2017Read More
Store Manager
J.Jill
01.2003 - 01.2010Read More
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science from Merchandise Management
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