Erin Meechan
Gresham,OR
Summary
Achieved significant improvements in community relations, leveraging a blend of influential leadership through community needs in youth soccer programming. Key skills include leadership, communication, and strategic planning, eager to learn and develop in community-oriented environment. Ready to use and develop leadership and public speaking skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
20
20
Years of volunteer and advocacy
5
5
Years as community council member
Work History
Administrative Assistant/Facilities Manager
Eastside Timbers FC
03.2022 - Current
- Facilitated clearance for 100+ coaches and assistant coaches for over 700 youth from 4 years to 19 years old. Assembled and distributed equipment for over 80 teams. prompt responses to coach and parent inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Maintained inventory of equipment and improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans.
- Coordinating events with Director of Community Programs and other community partners to address community needs specifically BIPOC and low-income families in East County.
Community Service Volunteer Organizer
East County Rising
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Tabled Rank-Choice Voting informational events at Portland Pride, Rosewood Initiative, Cultivate Initiatives, 122nd & Burnside Park and Ride for the City of Portland.
- Mobilized residents and homeless around key issues, working together to find solutions that benefit the wider community.
Primary Day Sorter
United Parcel Services, UPS
02.2016 - 04.2024
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues in fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines for sorting.
- Reduced errors in the sorting process by conducting thorough quality checks and maintaining accuracy.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Urban Affairs To Community Development
Portland Community College
Portland, OR06-2022
Skills
- Community engagement
- Collaborative mindset
- Influencing skills
- Technological proficiency
- Committee leadership
- Policy review
Accomplishments
- Completed the Housing Justice Leadership training with other tenant right's leadership nationally.
- Collaborated with other stakeholders to identify and address disparities among community members and affordable housing issues.
- Achieved policy change through, advisory committees strategic planning, and advocacy for bills in legislation for tenant rights in Oregon.
Affiliations
- Community Alliance of Tenants
- Residents Organizing for Change
- Partnership of Safety & Justice Matters
- National Low Income Coalition
- Oregon Housing and Community Services
- East County Rising Community Programs
- Home Forward Resident Advisory Committee
Certification
- OYSA Youth Recreation Soccer Coach
- Oregon Driver's License
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Alcohol Server Certification - Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS).
- Housing Justice Narrative Training
- Housing Choice Voucher Specialist
Timeline
Community Service Volunteer Organizer
East County Rising
05.2024 - 09.2024
Administrative Assistant/Facilities Manager
Eastside Timbers FC
03.2022 - Current
Primary Day Sorter
United Parcel Services, UPS
02.2016 - 04.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Urban Affairs To Community Development
Portland Community College
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