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Jessica Halfant

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and providing administrative support to various departments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Engagement Coordinator

Congregation Agudas Achim
01.2023 - Current
  • Created and maintained physical and electronic personnel records.
  • Consulted with teams on established best practices and process improvements.
  • Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Managed Maintenance Team
  • Issued assignments to staff and inspected special requests and areas of concentration to encourage smooth flow of housekeeping operation.

Communication Coordinator

Congregation Agudas Achim
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
  • Composed daily posts for social media and helped build corporate presence on Facebook and Instagram.
  • Oversaw Media Associate.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
  • Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.

Assistant to Director of Congregational Learning

Congregation Agudas Achim
09.2015 - 06.2021
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Developed education program marketing and outreach strategies to increase awareness and attract new participants.
  • Supported planning and coordination of educational programs and associated activities.

Assistant to Preschool Director

Heintz Preschool/Congregation Agudas Achim
09.2015 - 05.2017
  • Instill motivation toward continued growth in students
  • To promote the values, orientation and observances of Conservative Judaism and Congregation Agudas Achim
  • To create a safe, warm and inviting atmosphere in the classroom, that promoted learning for all students
  • Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
  • Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
  • Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.

Youth Advisor

Congregation Agudas Achim
10.2016 - 03.2021
  • Planning and implementing teen programs and events
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
  • Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.

Engagement Specialist

Hillel San Antonio
09.2016 - 05.2017
  • Building rapport and developing meaningful relationships with a wide variety of students
  • Articulate and promote the mission, values, and goals of Hillel
  • Empower newly engaged students to create and implement meaningful Jewish experiences with and for their peers
  • Facilitated first Israel Block Party at University of Texas at San Antonio

Intern

Hillel San Antonio
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • Plan and schedule creative programs and activities
  • Maximize the skills and talents of upcoming leaders in Hillel
  • Incorporate interns and members of Hillel in program planning and leadership
  • Plan and Facilitate icebreakers for each event
  • Worker with students to plan future events

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
12.2016

Skills

  • Confidential Records Management
  • Project Organization
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Microsoft Office
  • Meeting Minutes
  • Administrative Support

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Engagement Coordinator

Congregation Agudas Achim
01.2023 - Current

Communication Coordinator

Congregation Agudas Achim
06.2021 - 12.2022

Youth Advisor

Congregation Agudas Achim
10.2016 - 03.2021

Engagement Specialist

Hillel San Antonio
09.2016 - 05.2017

Assistant to Director of Congregational Learning

Congregation Agudas Achim
09.2015 - 06.2021

Assistant to Preschool Director

Heintz Preschool/Congregation Agudas Achim
09.2015 - 05.2017

Intern

Hillel San Antonio
08.2015 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

The University of Texas At San Antonio
Jessica Halfant