Deejay Johnson
Portland
Summary
Experienced Administrative and Executive Assistant with over 10 years supporting senior leaders in higher education and client-facing environments. Expertise includes managing complex operations, coordinating high-level functions, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration. Delivers effective calendar management, meeting coordination, and budget tracking to optimize executive productivity.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Life Coach
Self-Employed
07.2022 - Current
- Prepared written materials and progress summaries to support client understanding and continuity of care.
- Tracked client engagement and outcomes to inform practice improvements and billing accuracy.
- Maintain confidential client information with professionalism and discretion.
- Managed administrative operations for client-based practice, enhancing scheduling, communication, documentation, and records management.
- Coordinate multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining service quality.
Student Leadership Programs Manager
University of California, Santa Barbara
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Managed and tracked three annual budgets totaling $300,000, including purchasing, reconciliation, and reporting.
- Coordinated complex calendars, scheduled meetings, and organized retreats, trainings, and large-scale events to facilitate collaboration.
- Liaised between leadership, staff, campus partners, and external vendors to streamline communication and project execution.
- Prepared reports, presentations, training materials, and written communications for internal and external stakeholders.
- Supported senior housing and residential life leadership with administrative and operational tasks to enhance program effectiveness.
- Maintained records, policies, and documentation in compliance with institutional standards.
Assistant Director, LGBTQ+ Resource Center
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Facilitated executive leadership by managing scheduling, correspondence, and administrative coordination to ensure smooth operations.
- Acted as primary point of contact for campus partners and community stakeholders, strengthening collaborative relationships.
- Coordinated logistics for campus-wide events, meetings, and educational programs to enhance community engagement and visibility.
- Drafted reports, program summaries, and assessment documentation.
- Maintained confidential student and departmental records.
Residence Life Coordinator
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Oversaw daily administrative operations for large residential community to ensure smooth functioning and resident satisfaction.
- Managed budgets, processed requests, and monitored expenditures to align resources with community needs.
- Organized and maintained accurate records for conduct cases, incident reports, staffing, and occupancy to support effective decision-making.
- Coordinated meetings, trainings, and communications for professional and student staff.
- Supported supervisors through documentation, reporting, and compliance-related tasks.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Kenosha, WI08.2009
Skills
- Wellness Program Design
- Client Outcome Optimization
- Coaching Techniques
- Session Planning
- Workshop Facilitation
- Program Development
- Health Metrics Analysis
- Client Relationship Management
- Partnership Building
- Professional Communication
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Document preparation
- Confidential handling
Certification
Certified Health & Life Coach, Health Coach Institute, 2020
References
Available upon request
Pronouns
He/Him
Timeline
Health and Life Coach
Self-Employed
07.2022 - Current
Student Leadership Programs Manager
University of California, Santa Barbara
08.2015 - 08.2022
Assistant Director, LGBTQ+ Resource Center
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2014 - 12.2015
Residence Life Coordinator
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2012 - 12.2014
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Wisconsin-Parkside