Isaiah Jakab
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Passionate about using policy and political action as a tool to tear down and rebuild unjust systems. Achieving economic and racial justice, as well as justice for queer folks, are particular areas of focus. 4+ years of experience working in the public sector doing administrative duties, communication work, and performing policy research.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Legislative Aide
Office Of Representative Leslie Herod
Denver, CO
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Communicated with constituents via email to log their feedback and inform them about bills
- Responded to letters from people who are incarcerated to tell them about our criminal justice reform efforts and to let them know they are being heard
- Wrote talking points for Rep. Herod to read in committee and on the floor to explain bills to other legislators and the public
- Helped craft messaging for:
•criminal justice reform bills
•COVID-19 relief packages
•healthcare equity bills
•and over 30 others bills
News Editor
DU Clarion
Denver, CO
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Co-authored a column – On the Margins at DU – evaluating DU's commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Wrote weekly news articles to inform students about changes on campus and across the state
- Presided over news writers to ensure an informative and factual column
- Formatted print version of newspaper to reach as many readers as possible
- Edited each news article to establish a credible, reliable source of news
Administrate Assistant
University Of Denver
Denver, CO
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed Dean's schedule to ensure efficiency
- Provided guests and prospective students with excellent service
- Answered phones and questions to help current and prospective students, faculty, and staff
Scheduling and Advance Department Intern
Hickenlooper 2020
Denver, CO
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Structured the presidential candidate's calendar to ensure efficient use of time and money
- Performed administrative tasks for the campaign like booking flights and hotels so the candidate could participate in debates and town halls
- Communicated with constituents with scheduling invites to better inform the candidate's messaging
Service Desk Assistant/Cashier
Target
Lakewood, CO
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Helped customers with returns to ensure they were satisfied with their purchase
- Worked on the register to kindly and efficiently ring customers up
Governor's Executive Intern
Office Of Governor John Hickenlooper
Denver, CO
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Drafted messaging for constituents so they could better understand the administration's policies
- Wrote state and military retirement letters to thank service members
- Received and responded to physical and electronic mail on the Governor's behalf to ensure responsive government
Political Canvasser
Mike Johnston For Colorado
Denver, CO
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Spoke with constituents to inform them about the gubernatorial candidates in the election
Team Member
Chipotle
Wheat Ridge, CO
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Served food that customers enjoyed
- Prepared and cooked tasty food to help facilitate a quick work environment
- Washed dishes to ensure we were always being efficient
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Public Policy & Political Science
University of Denver
Denver, CO 09.2017 - 06.2021
Skills
Social media
Scheduling
Legislative familiarity
Briefing and press release preparation
Excellent writer
Editing
Analytical skills
Compassion
Interpersonal and Written Communication
Critical thinking
Skilled in MS Office
Timeline
Legislative Aide
Office Of Representative Leslie Herod
01.2021 - 07.2021
Scheduling and Advance Department Intern
Hickenlooper 2020
06.2019 - 08.2019
News Editor
DU Clarion
04.2019 - 08.2020
Administrate Assistant
University Of Denver
08.2018 - 08.2020
Governor's Executive Intern
Office Of Governor John Hickenlooper
06.2018 - 09.2018
Political Canvasser
Mike Johnston For Colorado
04.2018 - 06.2018
Service Desk Assistant/Cashier
Target
12.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Public Policy & Political Science
University of Denver
09.2017 - 06.2021
Team Member
Chipotle
05.2016 - 04.2017