Daneca Nelsen
Brighton,CO
Summary
Highly motivated emerging professional with a strong record of leadership in complex, high-stakes environments and foundational experience in legal concepts and research methodologies. Skilled in effective communication and organizational tasks, with a natural aptitude for problem solving and adaptability. Aiming to bring a disciplined work ethic, strong writing and research abilities, and a long-term dedication to public service and legal problem-solving. Prepared to contribute a thoughtful, service-driven perspective to a rigorous legal education.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
CPA Assistant/EA in Training
Granados Hillman LLP
01.2025 - Current
- Answering the phone and helping clients with information within my knowledge or scheduling them an appointment with the CPA
- Organizing papers, documents and files by ensuring they are in the correct place with the correct file name
- Helping to put client information in tax returns, code bank transactions, and reconcile accounts
- Studying for the Enrolled Agent exam and advancing my knowledge of filing tax returns.
Assistant Athletic Director
Pacific Union College Athletic Department
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Developed and implemented athletic programs to enhance student engagement and performance.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for intramural competitions, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with coaches to organize schedules for gym usage as well as travel and use of college vans and transportation.
- Booked hotels, airline tickets, and other travel requirements for all varsity sports teams.
- Aided in organization for documents, receipts, and anything the athletic director needed in order to minimize his stress and work load.
Barista/Server, Customer Service
NO|MA House
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Welcomed customers and took accurate orders
- Made drinks quickly, consistently and to the customer's liking
- Memorized menu items, ensured accuracy, and served food to the correct customers and tables
- Ensured the drawer was correct and counted at the end of the day
- Washed dishes, organized, stocked, and prepared the bar at the end of each work day
- Served at private events for big parties
Customer Service
Bull Durham Casino
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Worked with and serve a diverse range of individuals
- Demonstrated attention to detail in following procedures in handling money, serving alcoholic beverages, memorizing orders, and maintaining a clean and healthy casino
- Catered to guests by fixing slot machines, signing them up for the casino's award program, and correctly providing their earned money
HR Intern
Bull Durham Casino
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted research on current laws and requirements relating to employment, sexual harassment training, and document wording
- Rewrote the Employee Handbook to be up to date with current state and federal laws, as well as the current goals of the organization
- Updated the wording and format for the Application of Employment to meet recent law requirements
- Created and established a sexual harassment training course for all staff and employees
- Scheduled and attended meetings with Paychex and managers to get professional advice and approval
Teacher's Assistant
Victory Church Montessori
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Cared for children between the ages of one and six years old
- Assisted teachers in planning and implementing engaging lesson plans.
- Facilitated individual and group instruction tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Managed classroom activities to promote a positive learning environment.
- Supported children with special needs by providing personalized assistance.
- Maintained a cleanly classroom every day
Team Member, Customer Service
Chick-Fil-A
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee
- Exemplified core values of honor, dignity, & respect
- Worked with others to provide remarkable service
- Provided speed and precision in every position, every day
- Became a Trainer and helped new employees learn the most efficient and reliable way to complete tasks and fulfill their role in every position
Soccer Referee
Play The Whistle
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Enforced game rules and regulations to maintain fair play and sportsmanship.
- Managed on-field incidents, ensuring player safety and compliance with league standards.
- Collaborated with coaches and players to clarify decisions and resolve disputes effectively.
- Conducted pre-game inspections of equipment and field conditions for safety compliance.
- Managed conflicts effectively and efficiently by mediating disputes between players, coaches, and spectators when necessary.
Education
Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) - History/Political Science Major, Pre-Law Minor
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA12-2024
Skills
- Dependable
- Hard worker
- Fast learner
- Proficient research and analysis expertise
- Excellent teamwork and collaborative skills
- Exceptional time management
- Detail oriented
- Friendly
- Analytical thinker
- Determined problem-solver
PUC Women's Soccer
- Practiced leadership and collaborative skills
- Improved my work ethic and time management
PUC Women's Basketball
- Joined the team when they needed help
- Balanced the sport with soccer, school, and work
- Pushed myself to improve and increase competition for other players
Timeline
CPA Assistant/EA in Training
Granados Hillman LLP
01.2025 - Current
Barista/Server, Customer Service
NO|MA House
08.2024 - 01.2025
HR Intern
Bull Durham Casino
07.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Athletic Director
Pacific Union College Athletic Department
05.2023 - 03.2025
Customer Service
Bull Durham Casino
06.2022 - 01.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Victory Church Montessori
05.2021 - 01.2022
Team Member, Customer Service
Chick-Fil-A
07.2019 - 05.2020
Soccer Referee
Play The Whistle
07.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) - History/Political Science Major, Pre-Law Minor
Pacific Union College