Kalyn Patterson
Hattiesburg,Mississippi
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong communication and organizational skills. Possesses excellent event planning, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills. Enthusiastic leader goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Coach
Economic Development Authority Of Jones County
08.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the start of a new of workforce program for high school seniors while connecting students to this opportunity and assisting them in WIOA funding applications.
- Equipped students with professional skills and workforce knowledge through the create and presentation of programming.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local program offerings and requirements to guide students, while building rapport through active listening, empathy, and genuine concern for their well-being and success.
- Coordinate student connections to local industries by planning career events at school, as well as scheduling off-campus activities such as field trips.
- Scheduled students to attend job shadowing opportunities, enabling them to expand their professional connections and learn about career pathways.
- Developed career plans for students, tailored to individual goals and strengths, resulting in successful job and program placements.
Admissions Recruiter
The University Of Southern Mississippi
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Maintained regular communication between departments by scheduling meetings with academic partners and student resources for visiting guests.
- Communicated mission, vision, and culture of The University of Southern Mississippi and experience to prospective students.
- Created and executed training and retreats for student leaders.
- Established and maintained relationships with prospective students and families, tracking communication in resource platform.
- Increased enrollment rates by actively recruiting high-potential candidates through targeted outreach efforts.
Kitchen Hand
University Baptist Church
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
Cashier
K & D Estate Sales LLC
06.2021 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
Contracts and Grants Administrator
The University Of Southern Mississippi
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Reviewed and explained policies and guidelines to grant-writers.
- Coordinated proposal submissions by reviewing proposed resources, draft administrative components, review budget and drive deadline achievement.
- Managed pre and post-award services and oversaw state and federal grant awards for compliance with uniform guidance and grant-specific requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Southern Mississippi
05.2020
Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Leadership Development
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Project and Budget Management
Conference Presentation
"All Aboard! Admitted to Enrolled: Customizing Campus Visits through Student Connection Meetings." Collegiate Information and Visitors Services Association. St. Louis, MO, June 2023.
Timeline
Career Coach
Economic Development Authority Of Jones County
08.2023 - Current
Kitchen Hand
University Baptist Church
10.2022 - Current
Admissions Recruiter
The University Of Southern Mississippi
07.2021 - 07.2023
Cashier
K & D Estate Sales LLC
06.2021 - Current
Contracts and Grants Administrator
The University Of Southern Mississippi
11.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Southern Mississippi
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