Desteni Durrah
Fort Valley,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated Higher Education professional, with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Experienced residential support professional, dedicated to supporting students in all aspects of campus life. Committed to ensuring student safety and well-being while promoting a positive environment. Skilled in conflict resolution, record keeping, and discipline management. Well-organized, caring and attentive to student needs. Seeking a career opportunity that offers long-term stability and opportunities for advancement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Director/ Student Conduct Coordinator
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA
12.2024 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of resident interactions, incidents, and program attendance.
- Counseled individual students regarding personal issues or concerns that may be impacting their academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skills in student affairs and housing administration.
- Prepared reports using academic or institutional data and information.
Interim Residence Life Coordinator
Columbus State University
Columbus , GA
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed a staff of resident advisors, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Conducted regular meetings with resident advisors to discuss safety issues, security concerns, program planning, and other matters related to residence life.
- Supervised daily operations of the residential facilities by inspecting rooms for maintenance needs and ensuring appropriate access control measures are enforced.
- Experience with conducting Residential Life Judicial Conduct Hearings.
Assistant Resident Life Coordinator
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Recruited, interviewed, and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
- Implemented departmental policies and standards, in conjunction with management, to streamline internal processes.
- Managed crisis situations effectively by responding promptly to incidents involving health and safety risks or violations of university policy.
- Served as the Assistant Chair on the Residence Life Wellness Committee.
Student Assistant
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Assisted students with general inquiries and provided guidance to help them navigate the university's resources.
- Organized files in an efficient manner so that they are easily accessible when needed.
- Coordinated successful student organization events and activities.
- Organized and maintained office files, documents, and records.
Academic Enrichment Specialist
Boys and Girls Club
Columbus, GA
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Provided academic support to students in the form of tutoring and mentorship.
- Assisted with the development of educational strategies, materials, and lesson plans.
- Developed individualized instruction plans tailored to each student's needs.
- Assigned work to team members and evaluated performance against standards.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Public Relations
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA12-2021
Skills
- Diversity Awareness
- Student Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Policy Enforcement
- Conflict Resolution
- Emotional Support
- Incident Reporting
- Staff Training
- Resident Supervision
- Scheduling and Coordination
Accomplishments
- Most Outstanding Student Leader| 2023-2024
- Program of the year| 2021-2022
- Employee of the year| 2019-2020
Timeline
Resident Director/ Student Conduct Coordinator
Fort Valley State University
12.2024 - Current
Interim Residence Life Coordinator
Columbus State University
09.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Resident Life Coordinator
Columbus State University
08.2022 - 09.2024
Student Assistant
Columbus State University
08.2018 - 12.2021
Academic Enrichment Specialist
Boys and Girls Club
07.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Columbus State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Public Relations
Columbus State University
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