KARYSSA KILINOE MURAKI-BURNS
Kailua-Kona,Hawai'i
Summary
An ambitious undergraduate student committed to academic excellence. Prepared to implement diverse skill sets, technical proficiencies, and new perspectives to leadership personnel. Excellent computer skills to troubleshoot technical issues and proficiency with multiple different computer programs. Has much experience in several job areas, and can contribute personal skills to any work area or place of study.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paid Intern
Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted staff in out-planting of Native species on Park site
- Regular maintenance of park area and facilities
- Yard work and maintenance on property
- Hiking in dry/arid environments regularly
- Self-instructed research on research project
- Conduct field research on Native plant species of area
- Observation of surrounding environment and intent observation recordings
- Assisting with research for Park's fire resiliency and prevention program
- Attend monthly staff meetings
- Regular maintenance of irrigation systems for Park
- Work with fellow peers and staff to maintain upkeep of Park
General Office Assistant/ Student Worker
University of Hawaii at Hilo Registrar's Office
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Fostered operational efficiency and compliance with company policies through effective coordination of office activities.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Edited documents to keep company materials free of grammar errors.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Purchased and maintained office supplies.
- Utilized office management software to record and track student information.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Created and maintained detailed records of all office activities.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
Food Runner/Expeditor
Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Responded quickly to customer concerns and escalated major issues to management
- Gained broad base knowledge in restaurant operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house
- Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages
- Built and maintained relationships with regular customers by learning and remembering preferences
- Assisted servers to optimize guest dining experience.
Service and Food Champion
Taco Bell Hawai'i
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers
- Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings
- Performed variety of duties related to food service
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
Teacher's Assistant
Alaka'i Academy Premier Child Development Center
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children
- Maintained neat environment by organizing toy bins and bookshelves.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kamehameha Schools - Kapālama
Honolulu, Hawaii05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Hawaii At Hilo
Hilo, HI05.2025
Skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Great communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of team
- Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Problem detection and resolution skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Great leadership skills
- Administrative Support
- Verbal Communication
- Resourceful
- Valid Driver's License
- Professional and mature
- Positive Attitude
Hobbies
- Advanced Kempo Karate First Degree Black Belt
- Lauhala (Pandanus) weaver & weaving instructor for Ka Ulu Lauhala O Kona weaving club
- Part-time Taro farmer and caretaker of land in Waipi'o Valley
- Hula dancer
- Previous athlete with college club volleyball team
- Previous member of high school women's varsity Tennis team
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hawaiian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paid Intern
Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
06.2024 - Current
General Office Assistant/ Student Worker
University of Hawaii at Hilo Registrar's Office
01.2023 - Current
Food Runner/Expeditor
Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar
05.2022 - 01.2024
Service and Food Champion
Taco Bell Hawai'i
01.2020 - 01.2021
Teacher's Assistant
Alaka'i Academy Premier Child Development Center
01.2019 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Kamehameha Schools - Kapālama
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Hawaii At Hilo
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