Crystal N. Garcia
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Dependable Coordinator provides excellent office management and administrative support. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Creative problem solver with strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Proven record of generating and building relationships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Project Director
Living Word Worship Center
03.2020 - Current
- Develop and implement community projects focused on promoting DEI and social justice, in collaboration with community partners.
- Conduct needs assessments and community outreach to identify gaps in services and resources for underrepresented and marginalized groups, resulting in the successful implementation of several new community programs.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring that all projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Develop and manage partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, and others to maximize project impact, resulting in increased community engagement and improved program outcomes.
- Lead and manage a team of project staff, fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration within the team.
- Develop and implement evaluation strategies to assess project outcomes and impact on the community, resulting in improved program design and delivery.
- Provide regular project updates to the executive team highlighting successes, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest DEI best practices and trends, and integrate these into project design and implementation, resulting in increased program effectiveness and impact.
- Collaborate with other organizations to ensure alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
- Monitor project and program quality to meet audit expectations.
- Lead the production team in designing and executing live sound and video production for a wide range of events, including events, musical performances, and services.
- Collaborate with event organizers, artist, and others to design and deliver high-quality live productions.
- Manage all aspects of live sound production, including stage set-up, equipment installation, and maintenance, sound mixing, and audio recording.
- Manage all aspects of video production, including camera set-up, lighting, and video editing.
- Lead and manage a team of production staff, including sound engineers, video technicians, and camera operators.
Program Specialist/Umoja Co-Coordinator
Antelope Valley College
09.2015 - Current
- Assist with management and tracking of $1.9 million budget including preparation of budget reports and any Board materials.
- Under the direction of Student Equity Director creating opportunities for faculty, staff, and administrators to collaborate across campus to advance the District’s student equity goals and ensure equitable educational opportunities for students.
- Assist with the coordination the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Student Equity Plan and Program Review.
- Assist with the development of programs and services which assist students, specifically students who are disproportionately impacted to have increased access and success.
- Plan, develop, and implement Umoja Community programming, activities, and events for students, faculty, and staff.
- Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and provide work direction for 18 student workers, peer mentors, part-time hourly employees, ambassadors including but not limited to initial and on-going training, meetings, office duties, and off-site staffing of events.
- Lead and assist faculty on implementation and use of Umoja practices, programming, and peer mentoring for students in and out of the classroom.
- Provide technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully.
- Maintain statistical information on equity data, processing, and progression.
- Support workshop and professional conferences by developing presentations as well presenting for faculty, staff, and student trainings.
Secretary/Administrative Assistant
Antelope Valley College
01.2014 - 09.2015
- Assist Dean of Rhetoric and Literacy, Learning Center, Director of Basic Skills, and Program Manager of Title V/STEM.
- Assist with management and tracking of $200,000 Basic Skills funding and budget as related to federal regulations.
- Assist with management and tracking of $1.5 Million Title V budget and activities as related to federal regulations.
- Collect and compiles statistical and financial data and other information for inclusion into special, periodic and progress reports; produces variety of departmental reports.
- Implemented Student Success Center from inception through completion.
- Generate purchase and warehouse requisitions for equipment, services, and grant-related workshops, seminars, and other travel
Admission Representative/Regional Recruiter
Bard College
09.2010 - 12.2013
- Work independently and collaboratively virtually and in-person with East Coast, Mid-West, and West Coast team to meet enrollment goals, with focused efforts on exemplary customer service, use of technology and systems, teamwork, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Plan, develop, and implement outreach and recruitment activities to meet graduate enrollment goals.
- Represent Bard College, Masters of Teaching Program at Graduate School fairs, Career Fairs, Open Houses, and Information Sessions.
- Facilitate information sessions both virtually and in-person.
- Meet with and advise prospective students and their families about the college selection process and provide information about opportunities available to them at Bard virtually and in-person
- Plan recruitment activities in assigned market region based on review of high schools, community colleges, alumni presence, recent enrollment history and other relevant consideration.
- Properly manage travel budget and correspondence for Director of Recruitment and department.
- Assists the Director of Recruitment special projects and tasks as assigned.
- Compile lists of Department Heads, Community Events, and other related research projects Research relevant resources to assist in recruiting prospective students.
- Travel to recruit prospective students on West Coast and Midwest for MAT program at all locations (Delano, CA, NYC, and Annandale-on-Hudson, NY).
Education
Master of Science - Leadership And Management
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA05.2015
Skills
- Academic Advising
- Best Practices and Standards
- Community Engagement
- Computer Hardware/Technology Knowledge
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Diverse Populations
- Product Configuration
- Educational Settings
- Student/Customer/Community Member Relations
- Student/Youth Support
- Team Collaboration
- Web Applications
Certification
Leadership:
- Leadership Academy, Antelope Valley College, Lancaster, CA
- Caring Campus Initiative, Antelope Valley College, Lancaster, CA
- HBCU Scholarship Selection Committee, Umoja Community Education Foundation, Sacramento, CA
Certifications:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate-University of South Florida Corporate Training and Professional Education, June 2020
- Continuing Education Unit: Black Identity & Cultural Aesthetics as Navigational Tools-University of Oklahoma, May 2022
- Mandated Reporter: Child Abuse and Neglect, Keenan Vector, 2022
- FERPA: Confidentiality of Records, Keenan Vector, 2022
Volunteer Work:
- Los Angeles Police Department: Assisted Officer-in-Charge with facilitating symposiums and numerous events.
- SEIU Local 721: Assisted Advocate in filing grievances
- Gregg Anderson Academy: PTA Vice President of Ways and Means; Organized and facilitated fundraisers
Mentoring:
- Antelope Valley College Umoja Community Mentor, 2015-Present
- Living Word Worship Center Youth & Young Adults Mentor, 2005-Present
- ChoZen Gnr8N & G.R.O.W. Mentor, 2005-Present
Leadership
As an experienced coordinator in the education field for over 10 years, my leadership is marked by my strengths in technology, relationship building, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and fast learning. I have a proven track record of using technology to enhance educational outcomes and improve student engagement, while fostering positive relationships with staff, students, and community partners. I am committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of my work, and strive to create inclusive environments that promote learning and growth for all. Additionally, my ability to quickly learn and adapt to new challenges and opportunities has enabled me to successfully navigate complex and dynamic environments.
Timeline
Community Project Director
Living Word Worship Center
03.2020 - Current
Program Specialist/Umoja Co-Coordinator
Antelope Valley College
09.2015 - Current
Secretary/Administrative Assistant
Antelope Valley College
01.2014 - 09.2015
Admission Representative/Regional Recruiter
Bard College
09.2010 - 12.2013
Master of Science - Leadership And Management
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
University of La Verne
Leadership:
- Leadership Academy, Antelope Valley College, Lancaster, CA
- Caring Campus Initiative, Antelope Valley College, Lancaster, CA
- HBCU Scholarship Selection Committee, Umoja Community Education Foundation, Sacramento, CA
Certifications:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate-University of South Florida Corporate Training and Professional Education, June 2020
- Continuing Education Unit: Black Identity & Cultural Aesthetics as Navigational Tools-University of Oklahoma, May 2022
- Mandated Reporter: Child Abuse and Neglect, Keenan Vector, 2022
- FERPA: Confidentiality of Records, Keenan Vector, 2022
Volunteer Work:
- Los Angeles Police Department: Assisted Officer-in-Charge with facilitating symposiums and numerous events.
- SEIU Local 721: Assisted Advocate in filing grievances
- Gregg Anderson Academy: PTA Vice President of Ways and Means; Organized and facilitated fundraisers
Mentoring:
- Antelope Valley College Umoja Community Mentor, 2015-Present
- Living Word Worship Center Youth & Young Adults Mentor, 2005-Present
- ChoZen Gnr8N & G.R.O.W. Mentor, 2005-Present
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