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BRANDEN FREDERICKS

New Hyde Park

Summary

Data Specialist with a proven track record at enhancing programming, services, and outcomes through detailed data management, analysis, and visualization. Excelled in collaborative project coordination, demonstrating strong leadership and social skills. Achieved significant program improvements, directly contributing to organizational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Data Specialist for College Support Programs

Farmingdale State College
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Managed all data systems for approximately 550 students across three programs: ACE, CSTEP, and TRIO
  • Completed all SUNY, state, and federal performance reports
  • Compiled reports for the Executive Director, Administration, and Institutional Research
  • Created "Success Scores" in line with contractual obligations for student engagement
  • Analyzed correlations between Success Scores and student academic outcomes
  • Applied metrics for suggested programmatic improvements, service delivery, and helpful interventions
  • Screened all applications for eligibility, assigned students to counselors/coaches, managed all enrollment paperwork and progress reports in electronic file systems, and managed extensive program waitlists due to surplus enrollment in all three programs
  • Managed event sign-ins, attendance lists, and survey feedback data
  • Managed all website updates

Data Specialist for STEP Program

Farmingdale State College
02.2021 - 02.2025
  • Managed all data and electronic filing systems for over 350 high school students per year
  • Completed the mid-year and end-of-year Performance Reports due to NYSED
  • Tracked student outcomes, such as academic progress, retention, graduation, research and internship experiences, and college enrollment for alumni
  • Conducted surveys to acquire measurable results for efficacy of programming initiatives
  • Created in-depth statistical analyses and charts for the Director to improve programming
  • Managed online forms, including applications, parent consent forms, report cards, etc.
  • Screened approximately 200+ applications per year for program eligibility
  • Managed all website updates

Data Specialist for CSTEP Program

Farmingdale State College
02.2021 - 10.2024
  • Managed all data and electronic filing systems for 150 students per year
  • Completed the mid-year and end-of-year Performance Reports due to NYSED
  • Compiled reports for the Executive Director, Administration, and Institutional Research
  • Ensured we met our annual enrollment targets
  • Tracked student outcomes, such as academic standing, retention, graduation, research and internship experiences, and graduate school and professional progress for alumni
  • Managed all online forms, including applications, contracts, photo releases, and surveys
  • Assisted in the development of, and timelines for, recruitment workplans
  • Screened approximately 100+ applications per year for program eligibility
  • Collaborated with staff to design, implement, and facilitate all program initiatives
  • Conducted surveys to acquire measurable results for efficacy of programming initiatives
  • Managed all website updates

Student Services Coordinator for TRIO SSS

Farmingdale State College
09.2012 - 10.2024
  • Managed all data and electronic filing systems for 185 students per year
  • Completed the federal Annual Performance Report due to DOE
  • Compiled reports for the Executive Director, Administration, and Institutional Research
  • Ensured we met all of our enrollment and specific eligibility targets per year
  • Tracked student outcomes, such as early warning, academic standing, retention, & graduation
  • Tracked permanent, yearly, and semesterly data in Student Access Software
  • Managed all online forms, including applications, contracts, photo releases, and surveys
  • Assisted in the development of, and timelines for, recruitment workplans
  • Screened approximately 100+ applications per year for program eligibility
  • Advised the TRIO Leadership Council to help organize, promote, and run TRIO events
  • Designed and led an initiative for young men called "The Locker Room" to discuss a range of topics: from personal, academic, and relational challenges to social and political issues, civic engagement, and sports
  • NOTE: This initiative greatly benefitted our young men, aided in our program engagement and retention goals, and inspired the inception of “The Lounge” for young women
  • Collaborated with staff to design, implement, and facilitate all program initiatives
  • Managed all website updates

Resident Supervisor for Summer Bridge Program

Farmingdale State College
07.2013 - 07.2024

Summer Bridge is an annual, intensive, residential program designed to assist CSTEP and TRIO students with the transition from high school seniors to first-year college students. It includes living in the residence halls, mock college courses, academic and professional workshops, profound relationship/cohort-building sessions, and two field trips.

  • Assisted in the design and coordination of the entire Summer Bridge Program
  • Recruited, interviewed, and trained student Peer Advisors (five per summer)
  • Supervised the residence halls and successful completion of all aspects of the program
  • Led collaboration with 10+ campus departments involved
  • Designed and facilitated the relationship/cohort-building sessions
  • Handled rule infractions and reported to supervisors and campus departments as needed

Tour Program Coordinator for Admissions

Farmingdale State College
09.2013 - 06.2021
  • Processed all tour program requests, sent directly to me or via online submission
  • Organized 2-hour tour programs, inclusive of a comprehensive tour and unique information session known as "Scholar Share" - combining the typical Admissions presentation with interactive ice-breakers, a motivational student panel of first-generation college students, and a robust Q&A session
  • Conducted 60-70+ high school tours per semester and 10+ summer middle school tours
  • Coordinated with Facilities for room reservations and the Dining Hall to secure lunch accommodations
  • Conducted surveys to collect and incorporate visitor feedback to enhance the program
  • Trained and supervised all tour guides every semester
  • Handled payroll for approximately 10-12 employees at a time
  • NOTE: This program was highly instrumental in establishing Farmingdale State College's profile throughout the five boroughs, increasing college enrollment, and aiding in retaining large diversity grants for the institution

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology

Farmingdale State College
05.2012

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Nassau Community College
06.2010

Skills

  • Database management
  • Data analysis and visualization
  • Program performance reports
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite
  • Notable proficiency in Excel
  • Proficient in BANNER and CRM Advise
  • Project coordination and collaboration
  • Complex problem solving
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Presentation skills
  • Detail-oriented

Timeline

Data Specialist for College Support Programs

Farmingdale State College
10.2024 - 02.2025

Data Specialist for STEP Program

Farmingdale State College
02.2021 - 02.2025

Data Specialist for CSTEP Program

Farmingdale State College
02.2021 - 10.2024

Tour Program Coordinator for Admissions

Farmingdale State College
09.2013 - 06.2021

Resident Supervisor for Summer Bridge Program

Farmingdale State College
07.2013 - 07.2024

Student Services Coordinator for TRIO SSS

Farmingdale State College
09.2012 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology

Farmingdale State College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Nassau Community College
BRANDEN FREDERICKS