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MICHAEL HARRINGTON

Ann Arbor, Arbor,USA

Summary

Lifelong Michigander who is incredibly passionate about the ways in which policy and political action can assist in remediating environmental justice issues while also advocating for the conservation and protection of natural resources and wildlife. Particularly interested in the topics of water conservation and economics, the sustainable uses of natural resources, wildlife conservation and ecosystem management, and environmental justice.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Recycle Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan
01.2022 - Current
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
  • Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
  • Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
  • Performed research to collect and record industry data.
  • Coordinated bookkeeping activities in QuickBooks

Research Assistant

University of Michigan School of Psychology
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Worked with principal investigator to coordinate qualitative research into urbanization's effects on gray and fox squirrels
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment.
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests conducted on approximately 75 gray and fox squirrels
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Research Assistant

University of Michigan School of Social Work
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research into social anxiety's effects on employment.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data into online databases
  • Evaluated potential subject participants to assess suitability for planned studies.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.

Manager

Washtenaw Milk & Ice Cream
Ann Arbor, Michigan
08.2014 - 08.2017
  • Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support and maintaining composure and professionalism.
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Developed schedules for up to 5 employees per shift.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
  • Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Performed essential bookkeeping practices regularly.

Education

Master of Science - Environment And Sustainability

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Honors Program)

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
12.2019

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) and database management applications (Qualtrics, and Redcap)
  • Proficient in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Applications (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS)
  • Strong Multitasking and Organization skills
  • Research and Analytical skills
  • Research Paper Writing skills
  • Verbal and Written Communication skills
  • Self-Directed and Motivated
  • Teamwork and Collaboration Skills
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Self-Directed and Motivated
  • Teamwork and Collaboration Skills

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Recycle Ann Arbor
01.2022 - Current

Research Assistant

University of Michigan School of Psychology
06.2019 - 12.2019

Research Assistant

University of Michigan School of Social Work
06.2017 - 08.2018

Manager

Washtenaw Milk & Ice Cream
08.2014 - 08.2017

Master of Science - Environment And Sustainability

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Honors Program)

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
MICHAEL HARRINGTON