Summary
Work History
Education
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Completed Coursework
Organizations
Leadership Experience
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Gina Bigo

Gina Bigo

Harrisonburg,VA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Work History

Beards and Broads Axe Throwing

Supervisor Kyle Mcquillian
09.2023 - Current
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Manhattan Beach Police Explorer

Manhattan Beach Police Department
10.2018 - 10.2023
  • Strengthened teamwork abilities through regular collaboration with fellow Police Explorers on group assignments and tasks.
  • Maintained physical fitness levels in order to excel at physical agility tests administered throughout the year.
  • Supported local law enforcement through ride-alongs, providing valuable assistance and gaining firsthand experience.
  • Assisted officers with traffic control during parades, marathons, and special events for improved public safety.

GIS Internship - Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County

Westmoreland County Municipal Authority
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
  • Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
  • Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.

Massanutten- Real Escapes and Woodstone Recreation Desk Attendant

The Resorts Companies, Inc.
01.2023 - 06.2023

Laurel Valley Golf Club

Laurel Valley
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Server & Helped with IT

JMU Police Cadet

James Madison University
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Observe and report to the police officers of James Madison University, patrolled campus, locked buildings on campus, and provided safety escorts.

Server

Wanna Chill
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Opened and closed shop with manager access
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.

Education

Geography, Geographic Science and Geospatial Intelligence

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05.2025

South High School
Redondo Beach, CA
06.2021

Skills

  • Eager to learn
  • Hard-working
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Motivated
  • Great Communication skills
  • Work well in a team or independently
  • Problem-Solving
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Dependable and Responsible

Completed Coursework

  • FRESHMAN YEAR - FALL SEMESTER, ASTR 120 THE SOLAR SYSTEM, HUM 200 GREAT WORKS, IA 150 INTRO TO INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS, ISAT 251 TOPICS IN APPLIED STATISTICS, SCOM 123 FUND HUMAN COMM: GROUP PRES
  • SPRING SEMESTER, HTH 100 PERSONAL WELLNESS, IA 200 INTRO TO NAT SECURITY INTELLIGENCE, IA 280 SELECTED PROJ INTEL ANALYSIS, INTRO TO HOMELAND SECURITY, ISCI 104 SCIENTIFIC PERSPECTIVES WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION, PSYC 160 LIFE SPAN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, WRTC 103 RHETORICAL READING AND WRITING
  • SUMMER SEMESTER, HIST 150 CRIT ISSUES RECENT GLOBAL HIST
  • SOPHOMORE YEAR - FALL SEMESTER, GEOG 280 HUMAN GEOG: CULT LANDSCAPE, GEOG 344 GLOBALIZATION & DEVELOPMENT, POSC 225 U.S. GOVERNMENT, REL 101 RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD
  • SPRING SEMESTER, GEOG 210 PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY, GEOG 215 INTRO GEOG INFO SCIENCE & CART, GEOG 216 EARTH OBSERVATION AND GPS, SOCI 110 SOCIAL ISSUES GLOBAL CONTEXT
  • SUMMER SEMESTER, ANTH 196 BIOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGY, ART 200 ART IN GENERAL CULTURE, HUMN 201 INTRODUCTION TO HUMANITARIAN AFFAIRS
  • JUNIOR YEAR - FALL SEMESTER, GEOG 308 ENVIRONMENT,NATURE, SOCIETY, MATH 220 NATURE OF MATHEMATICS, GEOG 301 INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL DISASTERS RESPONSE, JUST 339 MAPPING JUSTICE
  • WINTER SEMESTER, GEOG 350 GEOG CONCEPTS TO SAVE EARTH
  • SPRING SEMESTER, GEOG 366 INTERMEDIATE GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE, GEOG 385 PRINCIPLES OF REMOTE SENSING, GEOG 355 GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS, JUST 400 ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE RESEARCH STUDY

Organizations

  • Intelligence Analysis club
  • Mentor collective
  • Geography Club
  • Geography Ambassador Program
  • Women In Technology Club
  • Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority
  • Heath and Wellness Chair
  • Dukes for Dogs


Leadership Experience

  • South high school cheer co-captain(2020)
  • South high school cheer captain(2021)
  • Mentor Collective (JMU) (2021-2024)
  • Women in Technology Club- Secretary (2022-2023)
  • Phi Sigma Sigma - Standards Board Chairman(2023-2024) / Health and Wellness Chairman (2022-2023)

References

  • Anthony Pologruto, (724)-953-4313, Internship Supervisor
  • Kyle Mcquillian, (603) 405-8266, Current Employer
  • Louann Doyle, (310) 714-3774, Family Friend
  • Jessica Lopez, (310) 245-8106, Family Friend
  • Shaista Zaragoza, (310)-938-0748, Former Employer
  • Kaite Saunders, 804-854-4060, Former co-worker

Timeline

Beards and Broads Axe Throwing

Supervisor Kyle Mcquillian
09.2023 - Current

GIS Internship - Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County

Westmoreland County Municipal Authority
06.2023 - 08.2023

Massanutten- Real Escapes and Woodstone Recreation Desk Attendant

The Resorts Companies, Inc.
01.2023 - 06.2023

Laurel Valley Golf Club

Laurel Valley
05.2022 - 10.2022

JMU Police Cadet

James Madison University
01.2022 - 08.2022

Server

Wanna Chill
02.2020 - 07.2021

Manhattan Beach Police Explorer

Manhattan Beach Police Department
10.2018 - 10.2023

Geography, Geographic Science and Geospatial Intelligence

James Madison University

South High School
Gina Bigo