Marlon Merida
Washington,DC
Summary
University:
Senator, College of Arts and Sciences, Student Government Association
President, Model United Nations
President, International Student Association
President, PSU Soccer Club
President, PSU College Republicans
High School:
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (J.R.O.T.C)-Paramount High School, CA
Army STAR-Pittsburg High School, KS
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Assistant
United States Senate - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted research on International Affairs and Aviation Policy and providing valuable information for decision-making processes.
- Enhanced legislative research quality by thoroughly analyzing and summarizing complex policy issues.
- Supported daily administrative operations with efficient task management, contributing to overall office productivity and organization.
- Prepared professional correspondence on behalf of supervisors, maintaining clear communication with external organizations.
- Trained and supervised interns on office policies and procedures.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Pittsburg State University: Dept. Of Communication
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Taught COMM-207 undergraduate-level courses
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Planned and delivered lectures and course materials to communicate course content and provide students with subject matter knowledge.
Field Director
Value Them Both
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Recruited, trained and managed campaign volunteers and field staff members.
- Tracked and analyzed campaign performance.
- Made over 3,000 phone calls, door-to-door visits and yard sign placements.
- Attended and aided with political events in support of campaign
- Monitored staff performance by actively engaging in and observing day-to-day activities.
U.S. Congressional Intern
United States Senate - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed administrative duties such as answering phones, distributing mail and updating databases.
- Identified, researched and tracked legislative issues relevant to current public issues.
- Reviewed legislative and regulatory documents, analyzed implications and shared findings.
- Attended legislative and regulatory hearings
- Conducted legislative research on International Affairs
- Assisted staff with special projects and communications.
Minority Outreach Coordinator
Jeff Colyer For Governor
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Aided in recruiting voters of diverse backgrounds to campaign and it's mission
- Developed network relationships with Hispanic political groups to enhance awareness of campaign and promote policies.
- Translated campaign material from English to Spanish for campaign website
- Body man/Driver for candidate
Campaign Field Representative
Roger Marshall for U.S. Senate Campaign
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Influenced and persuaded potential voters for US Senate Candidate
- Knocked on over 5,000 houses
- Assisted in event setups
Education
Master of Arts - Communication
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science-International Studies
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.2022
High School Diploma -
Pittsburg High School
Pittsburg, KS05.2018
Skills
- Research and Analysis
- Classroom Management
- Administrative Support
- Legislative Research
Certification
- Social-Behavioral-Educational PI/RA - CITI Program - Issued Aug 2022 · Expires Aug 2025
Languages
Spanish
French
Timeline
Staff Assistant
United States Senate - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall
05.2024 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Pittsburg State University: Dept. Of Communication
08.2023 - 05.2024
Field Director
Value Them Both
05.2022 - 08.2022
U.S. Congressional Intern
United States Senate - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall
07.2021 - 08.2021
Minority Outreach Coordinator
Jeff Colyer For Governor
04.2021 - 08.2021
Campaign Field Representative
Roger Marshall for U.S. Senate Campaign
05.2020 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Communication
Pittsburg State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science-International Studies
Pittsburg State University
High School Diploma -
Pittsburg High School
- Social-Behavioral-Educational PI/RA - CITI Program - Issued Aug 2022 · Expires Aug 2025
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