Emily Laird
Edwardsville,IL
Summary
Team-oriented leader with leadership and motivational skills successful in helping group members achieve goals. Respectful and clear communicator focused on enhancing teamwork and collaboratively addressing challenges with logical approaches. Skilled in building relationships and enhancing member satisfaction to drive work performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
New Student Orientation Leader
SIUE Office Of Admissions
02.2022 - Current
- Assist in the implementation of New Student Orientation and Transfer Student Orientation for new students/transfer students and their families
- Serve as a role model for incoming students and guide tours of students and parents/guests
- Facilitate small groups during each orientation session
- Maintain contact with incoming students pre- and post-orientation to assist with questions
- Assist in the set-up and teardown for New Student/Transfer Student Orientation events
- Assist in the planning and implementation of programs for family and guest attendants
- Answer questions of students, parents, and guest and point out campus resources
- Serve on student panels for family members and new students
- Lead team building activities and serve as a peer resource for fellow team members
- Work with the Assistant Director to create and present sessions, as needed
- Facilitate the logistics of each program, including set-up and teardown
Student Tour Ambassador Recruitment
SIUE Office Of Admissions
02.2022 - Current
- Welcome prospective students and families to campus as they check in
- Direct families around campus
- Give campus and classroom tours
- Serve on student panels
- Prepare materials for visit programs
- Work and assist visit programs
Welcome Weekend Leader
SIUE Office Of Student Affairs
02.2022 - Current
- Provide assistance with the implementation of the Welcome Weekend program (fall new student welcome program) and ASK ME stations on the first day of classes
- Guide and support a group of new students through the entirety of the Welcome Weekend
- Work closely and effectively with fellow Welcome Leaders to make a memorable and welcoming environment for new students
- Initiate and develop open communication and interaction with your new students, fellow Welcome Leaders, and professional staff
- Serve as a positive role model, set an example, and passionately promote all that SIUE has to offer new students
Volunteer
Metro East Human Society
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Walked and played with dogs and cats
Volunteer, Move in Crew
SIUE University Housing
08.2022 - Current
- Help new freshmen move into their residence hall.
- Work one or more 3 hour shifts where we help new residents move-in.
- Worked effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Server
Abe's Hideout
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Server
Texas Roadhouse
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained clean and orderly dining area for enjoyable guest experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville12.2024
High School Diploma -
Athens High School
Athens, IL05.2021
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership Qualities
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Public Speaking
- Event Planning
- Community Service
Timeline
Server
Texas Roadhouse
05.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Metro East Human Society
02.2023 - Current
Volunteer, Move in Crew
SIUE University Housing
08.2022 - Current
New Student Orientation Leader
SIUE Office Of Admissions
02.2022 - Current
Student Tour Ambassador Recruitment
SIUE Office Of Admissions
02.2022 - Current
Welcome Weekend Leader
SIUE Office Of Student Affairs
02.2022 - Current
Server
Abe's Hideout
05.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
High School Diploma -
Athens High School
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