Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Coursework
Leadership/Community Involvement
Certification
Extracurricular Activities
Timeline
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Kiara Thomas

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant

Project SEED Austin
12.2022 - Current
  • Proficiently managed the onboarding process for Project SEED, ensuring seamless integration of new team members
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, effectively utilizing it for documentation and communication purposes
  • Conducted insightful interviews to assess candidate suitability for Project SEED roles
  • Played a crucial role in the scheduling team, coordinating and organizing interviews, meetings, and project-related events
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills in managing complex schedules for a project spanning over a decade.

Volunteer Assistant

St. David's Hospital Austin
12.2022 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service in the hospital gift shop, assisting customers with their inquiries and purchases
  • Assisted in filing paperwork for Occupational Health Services, contributing to the efficient organization of essential documents
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in managing confidential information
  • Ensured that rooms were adequately equipped with necessary supplies, contributing to a comfortable and supportive care environment
  • Shadowed physicians during patient assessments, gaining valuable insight into the medical decision-making process.

Senior Community Assistant

American Campus Communities Austin
06.2022 - Current
  • Acted as a primary point of contact for residents, addressing and resolving issues promptly and effectively
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in managing resident concerns and fostering a positive living environment
  • Served as the first point of contact for Community Assistants (CA), providing guidance and solutions to challenges they encountered
  • Played a key role in scheduling and coordinating the CA staff, ensuring optimal coverage and efficient utilization of resources
  • Assisted with the leasing process, providing information to prospective tenants and facilitating tours of the property
  • Mediated and facilitated discussions to find amicable solutions between roommate conflicts, contributing to a harmonious community atmosphere.

Crew Member

Chipotle Mexican Grill Austin
09.2021 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service by taking and preparing orders to meet or exceed customer expectations
  • Worked collaboratively with team members to handle high-volume periods and maintain a positive and efficient workflow
  • Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently, maintaining a balanced cash drawer.

Education

BA in Psychology, Forensic Science -

The University of Texas at Austin
05.2024

Skills

  • R Studios
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Training and Development
  • Employee Selection
  • Experimental Design
  • People Analytics
  • Human Leadership

Coursework

  • Advanced Social Psychology
  • Foundations of Management and Organization Behaviors
  • Cognitive Development
  • Introduction to Clinical Psychology
  • Biopsychology
  • Psychological Methods and Statistics
  • Introduction to Statistics and Behavior Science
  • General Psychology

Leadership/Community Involvement

  • Psi Chi, Member, 09/2023, Present
  • Ab Psi, Member, 09/2023, Present
  • Black Women's Wellness Organization, Member, 12/2022, 05/2024
  • Fearless Leadership Institution, Member, 10/2021, 05/2024
  • Black Student Association, Member, 09/2021, 05/2024
  • Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, Volunteer, 06/2018, Present

Certification

  • Deans list, 2021-2024
  • FAE Scholarship recipient 2021

Extracurricular Activities

Playing volleyball, fishing, and clay molding

Timeline

Research Assistant

Project SEED Austin
12.2022 - Current

Volunteer Assistant

St. David's Hospital Austin
12.2022 - Current

Senior Community Assistant

American Campus Communities Austin
06.2022 - Current

Crew Member

Chipotle Mexican Grill Austin
09.2021 - Current

BA in Psychology, Forensic Science -

The University of Texas at Austin
Kiara Thomas