Jacob Zalewski
Chesapeake
Summary
Recent graduate of Old Dominion University, with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration triple majoring in Economics, Finance, and Real Estate. Eager and ready to advance professional knowledge related to fields of study. Articulate communicator and hardworking team player with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Dragas Center For Economic Analysis And Policy
2021.02 - 2022.01
- Helped research, review, and partially write the 2021 State of the Commonwealth Report.
- Largely worked in "R" coding language to retrieve, manipulate, and present large amounts of data.
- Actively worked with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) provided by Bureau of Economic Activity (BEA), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) to retrieve data used in economic analysis and reports.
- Developed macros, special formulas and other actions to produce reliable and consistent statistical reviews.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
- Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
- Demonstrated strong writing skills to generate original correspondence and reports.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
Store Associate
Atlantis Games & Comics
2018.02 - Current
- Built long-term customer relationships and advised customers on purchases and promotions.
- Processed cash and credit payments rapidly and accurately.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color to promote visually appealing environment.
- Welcomed customers into the store and helped them locate items.
- Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting contents of the cash register.
- Greeted customers in a timely fashion, while quickly catering to their needs.
- Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to their responses.
- Verified that all customers received receipts for their purchases.
Assosciate Sales Representative
MarketSource Inc
2017.06 - 2017.12
- Partnered successfully with Representatives of Best Buy and Office Depot to build relationships and help promote the Hewlett-Packard brand.
- Represented Hewlett-Packard in multiple retail stores, promoting Hewlett-Packard over competitors brands.
- Provided regular customers with exceptional care and attention.
- Kept work areas clean and neat at all times.
- Suggested accessories and complementary purchases.
- Directed individuals to merchandise locations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
Shift Leader
Jersey Mike's
2015.01 - 2017.12
- Estimated amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
- Spoke with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service.
- Elevated team member performance while cultivating customer relationships to drive sales.
- Managed coworkers on shift by assigning tasks based on individuals strengths and weaknesses.
- Reviewed applicant resumes and recommended top candidates for hiring.
- Created weekly schedules for crew members, adjusting to variable working hours. Additionally, changed schedule to reflect individual crew members availability.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
PGM Cost Control Analyst 1
Newport News Shipbuilding
2022.11 - Current
- Ensured that the everyday practices of the financial operations adhered to the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and met the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) guidelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing controls, recommending adjustments as needed to ensure continued compliance with regulations.
- Assessed the impact of new projects on existing controls, ensuring proper integration into current systems without compromising effectiveness.
- Built strong relationships with the supported internal construction teams as well as external consultants, providing knowledge and support on challenging cost metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics, Finance, And Real Estate
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2022
Skills
- Quick learner
- Problem Solver
- Fundamentals of Coding Established
- Strong Communicator
- MS Office Proficiency - including Excel and Word, and Outlook
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Achievments
- Dean's List at Old Dominion University Fall 2018 and Spring 2020.
Affiliations
- 2021 Assistant Treasurer for The Society of Human Resource Management club at ODU (SHRM).
Timeline
PGM Cost Control Analyst 1
Newport News Shipbuilding
2022.11 - Current
Research Assistant
Dragas Center For Economic Analysis And Policy
2021.02 - 2022.01
Store Associate
Atlantis Games & Comics
2018.02 - Current
Assosciate Sales Representative
MarketSource Inc
2017.06 - 2017.12
Shift Leader
Jersey Mike's
2015.01 - 2017.12
Bachelor of Science - Economics, Finance, And Real Estate
Old Dominion University
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