Mary S Mitchell-Sawyer
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience as a Graduate Assistant at UNLV, adept in conflict resolution and advocacy strategies. Proven ability to prepare comprehensive reports and effectively communicate findings at conferences. Skilled in analytical thinking and emotional intelligence, committed to driving impactful change in community organizations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UNLV MPA GA
Dr. Garret Pace
Las Vegas, Nevada
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
- Attended Conferences and reported back findings.
UNLV MPA GA/Internship
Nevada Homeless Alliance
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through theuse of effective interpersonal and people skills.
UNLV OPT Volunteer Victim Advocate
Signs of Hope Organization
Las Vegas
01.2022 - 03.2024
Signs of Hope: Sex Trafficking and Sexual Assault Victims' Hotline
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
UNLV OPT Intern
LBC Law Group
Las Vegas, Nevada
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
Masters of Public Administration -
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV01.2022
Beginning of Undergraduate -
Nevada State College
Las Vegas, NV05.2016
Criminal Justice -
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV05.2014
Information System Engineering -
National College of Business & Technology
Nashville, TN05.2011
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening skills
- Communication Skills
- Critical thinking
- Emotional intelligence
- Management of stress
- Self-motivation
- Strategic Thinking
- Organizational skills
- Analytical thinking
- Advocacy strategies
Volunteer History
- Nevada Homeless Alliance, UNLV MPA GA/Internship, 08/01/24, 02/28/25, Las Vegas, NV
- Signs of Hope Organization, Volunteer Victim Advocate: Sex Trafficking and Sexual Assault Victims Hotline, 01/01/22, 03/31/24, Las Vegas, NV
- Hope for Prisoners Organization, Volunteer, 01/01/22, 02/28/23, Las Vegas, NV
- Las Vegas Pride Parade & Festival, Volunteer Victim Advocate, 01/01/23, 10/31/23, Las Vegas, NV
- Las Vegas Gobble Give Event, Volunteer, 01/01/23, 11/30/23, Las Vegas, NV
- Pieces of Our Heart, 01/01/23, 12/31/23, Las Vegas, NV
Affiliations
- Photography
- Cooking
- Hiking and dog park
- Reading
- Working out at the gym
- Watching and going to the movies
Certification
- Psychological First Aid Certificate 2022
- Skills for Psychological Recovery Certificate 2022
- Suicide Prevention Training Certificate 2022
- Signs of Hope Sex Trafficking Victims Advocacy Training Certificate 2022
- Hope For Prisoners Rehabilitation Mentoring & NIC Training Certificate 2022
- Paul Ekman Micro Expressions Training Certification
Conferences
- UNLV Criminal Justice Club 2018-2022
- International Bullying Prevention Association Conference 2019
- Riverside Medical Clinic Charitable Foundation Anti Bullying Conference 2019
- 25th Annual International Family Justice Center Conference 2025
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
UNLV MPA GA
Dr. Garret Pace
01.2025 - 05.2025
UNLV MPA GA/Internship
Nevada Homeless Alliance
08.2024 - 02.2025
UNLV OPT Volunteer Victim Advocate
Signs of Hope Organization
01.2022 - 03.2024
UNLV OPT Intern
LBC Law Group
01.2021 - 05.2023
Masters of Public Administration -
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Beginning of Undergraduate -
Nevada State College
Criminal Justice -
College of Southern Nevada
Information System Engineering -
National College of Business & Technology
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