Michael John Barter
Astoria,Oregon
Summary
Expert in building relationships with local employers and leveraging the iMatch system to connect participants with suitable job opportunities. Proficient in community outreach and conducting thorough interviews to uncover barriers faced by job seekers and develop actionable goals. Demonstrated ability to enhance employment outcomes through strategic partnerships and targeted support initiatives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Development Specialist
Oregon Work Source
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted interviews with participants to gather detailed information about needs and identify barriers to success.
- Used interviews to identify transferable skills and interests, creating realistic employment goals.
- Utilized knowledge gained from research to inform decision-making. Providing job opportunities by utilizing recruiting activities for participants & possible employers.
- Aiding participants who are interested in earning their General Educational Development diploma.
- Provided customer service to participants seeking information and support with employment.
- Conducted weekly outreach by attending local County Commerce meetings.
- Currently carrying a case load of 20 participants
Combination Sales Representative
Columbia Distributing
Vancouver, USA
12.2022 - 04.2025
- Market and introduce customers and businesses to Columbia Distributing’s new products, outlining delivery schedules, pricing, and services to enhance customer engagement.
- Established strong market presence in Vancouver, WA, fostering relationships with local clients.
- Analyzed sales data and trends to determine optimal product quantities, supporting sustained business growth.
- Provided information about programming eligibility for rebates with special products, pricing, and placement.
- Reviewing computer records with customers utilizing VIP Sales Programming to explain and plan future sales opportunities.
- Interviewing customers to help understand, navigate and create a successful business plan.
Group Life Coordinator / Security Operations
Oregon Youth Authority
Woodburn, USA
11.2002 - 11.2022
- I performed daily duties by following State mandated policies and procedures utilizing diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Applied DEI principles to improve team decision-making and foster inclusive discussions.
- Collaborated with peers, employing positive communication skills through various channels including verbal, non-verbal, visual, and active listening.
- Made use of Positive Human Development, which is an approach that focuses on people's strengths, skills and potential rather than problem fixing.
- Used collaborative problem-solving skills to identify possible barriers and to overcome future challenges.
- Delivered training in life skills focused on educational goals, developed case plans, and documented case notes in the Juvenile Justice Information System.
- Provided mentoring and guidance within real world situations.
- Performed physical intervention in situational circumstances utilizing policies and procedures that surround these instances.
- Worked in Woodburn, Oregon, engaging with the local community.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, OR06-2016
Skills
- Skilled interviewer
- Recruitment strategy
- Program eligibility
- Employer relationship management
- Community outreach engagement
- Agency partnerships
- Knowledge of iMatch system
- Diversity recruitment
- Decision-making confidence
- Trauma-informed care
- De-escalation skills
- Client-centered approach
- Local commerce participation
Timeline
Talent Development Specialist
Oregon Work Source
05.2025 - Current
Combination Sales Representative
Columbia Distributing
12.2022 - 04.2025
Group Life Coordinator / Security Operations
Oregon Youth Authority
11.2002 - 11.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Clatsop Community College