Jazmin Zegarra
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Adept at fostering student success and accessibility at New Jersey City University, I excel in PeopleSoft proficiency and attention to detail. My experience includes enhancing academic advisement, coordinating specialized services, and managing grant projects, demonstrating a proven track record of compliance and support innovation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator, Office of Specialized Services & SI
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ
01.2011 - Current
- Served as liaison for students with disabilities.
- Provide academic advisement and counseling for the students of OSSSI.
- Gather all relevant student documentation, including psychological, medical, academic and educational assessments.
- Coordinated appointment settings for students' accommodation needs.
- Monitored compliance with state regulations for student documentation.
- Ensured receipt of exams while arranging necessary accommodations.
- Organized transcription, note-taking, and sign language interpretation for accessibility needs.
- Worked alongside Placement Testing Coordinator to conduct Freshman Placement Exam.
- Obtained accessible learning materials from digital platforms for student use.
- Ensured students were paired with suitable note takers.
- Handled documentation required for compensating note takers.
- Generate requested PeopleSoft reports consistently.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for OSSSI.
- Supported activities at New Freshman Orientations.
- Highlighted support options like Career Placement Center, The Women’s Center, and Counseling Center.
- Executed additional responsibilities delegated by the Director.
Academic Advisor
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Advised undeclared and STEM students on academic progress.
- Supported students during course registration process.
- Managed and processed Declaration of Major and Change of Enrollment Status forms using PeopleSoft Software.
- Evaluated transfer credits from other institutions and determined how they would apply towards a degree program.
- Attended conferences, seminars and professional development sessions related to higher education advising practices.
- Advised students on course selection, pathways and career options.
- Reviewed and interpreted placement and other standardized test scores.
- Maintained confidential student records and updated advising notes.
Program Assistant
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Oversaw comprehensive elements of the Title V, U.S. Department of Education grant award.
- Oversaw post-award management functions.
- Managed project tasks and goals to adhere to grant timeline.
- Provided technical assistance to program participants by responding to inquiries via phone or email.
- Maintained detailed records of all program activities, data collection, and evaluation results.
- Organized special events such as conferences, workshops, training sessions. for program participants.
- Generated financial reports outlining budget allocations for various programs.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to provide updates on individual projects and assist colleagues with any issues they may have encountered during their work.
- Oversaw heavy load of administrative tasks while verifying accuracy and prompt completion of paperwork.
Senior Clerk/Typist
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ
07.2003 - 01.2008
- Organized and filed documents in accordance with established procedures.
- Created comprehensive student files with obtained documents.
- Facilitated student's registration process for courses in Biology major and various areas including Chemistry and Physics.
- Developed forms and templates used in day-to-day business operations.
- Typed finished documents from rough drafts and dictation.
- Processed incoming mail, sorted documents, and distributed accordingly.
- Coordinated Chairperson and faculty schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05-2006
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ05-2000
Skills
- Attention to detail
- MS office
- PeopleSoft Proficiency
- Cross-Platform Skills
- Proficient in GLEAN and Sonocent Tools
- Experienced with Zoom Meetings
- EAB Proficiency
- Civitas Engagement
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Coordinator, Office of Specialized Services & SI
New Jersey City University
01.2011 - Current
Academic Advisor
New Jersey City University
01.2010 - 01.2011
Program Assistant
New Jersey City University
01.2008 - 01.2009
Senior Clerk/Typist
New Jersey City University
07.2003 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
New Jersey City University
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Hudson County Community College
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