Megan Swackhammer
Papillion,NE
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and extremely organized. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills and programs needed to complete tasks.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Venue and Operations Manager
Abraham Catering
Ralston, NE
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Took on and oversaw venue improvements to increase bookings and sales.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met and or exceeded for clients.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
Paid Internship
The Wedding Planner Omaha
Omaha, NE
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Successfully responsible for managing and running the venue at the Highlander.
- Assisted owner in wedding planning for clients.
- Acquired knowledge in floral design.
Sergeant
Douglas County Corrections
Omaha, NE
12.2009 - 11.2020
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
Instructor/Supply Coordinator
MCC College for Kids
Omaha, NE
06.2008 - 08.2011
- Developed and implemented a specialized curriculum for 6 to 11 year olds, accommodating classes of 15 to 20 students over Five Days of C.R.I.M.E.
- Engaged students to enhance understanding of Criminal Justice system.
- Coordinated supplies with teachers during each session.
Teen Court Adult Volunteer
Sarpy County Teen Court
Papillion, NE
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Assumed the role of a Judge in conducting diversion hearings.
- Aided in the effective preparation of both attorneys and juries.
- Volunteered three years in high school as an attorney (2003-2005)
Education
Masters of Science - Criminal Justice, Public Administration
University Nebraska at Omaha
05.2016
Bachelors of Arts - Criminal Justice
Chadron State Collage
05.2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Metropolitan Community Collage
05.2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts-Spanish
Metropolitan Community Collage
05.2008
Skills
- Performance reporting
- Workflow Optimization
- Organizational Management
- Customer Service
- Process Improvement
- Staff Management
- Client Relationships
- Document Control
Academic Honors
- Academic Dean’s Scholarship, Spring 2008
- Outstanding Department Award in Criminal Justice 2008
- Chadron State College Deans List 2007-2008
- Legal Studies Club 2007 – 2008
- Criminal Justice Club 2007 – 2008
Timeline
Venue and Operations Manager
Abraham Catering
12.2021 - 06.2024
Paid Internship
The Wedding Planner Omaha
01.2021 - 09.2021
Sergeant
Douglas County Corrections
12.2009 - 11.2020
Instructor/Supply Coordinator
MCC College for Kids
06.2008 - 08.2011
Teen Court Adult Volunteer
Sarpy County Teen Court
01.2008 - 12.2009
Masters of Science - Criminal Justice, Public Administration
University Nebraska at Omaha
Bachelors of Arts - Criminal Justice
Chadron State Collage
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Metropolitan Community Collage
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts-Spanish
Metropolitan Community Collage