Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Operations Manager/Auditor
Middle Georgia State University - School of Aviation
09.2021 - Current
Responsible for managing and tracking flight schedule efficiency (instructors, students, and aircraft) works with Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs
Oversees the managing of student/VA workers and dispatchers
Manages end of year and semester class evaluations
Manages and approves student flight classes
Coordinates safety-meeting documents related to AABI
Manages required records for operating and travel budgets
Manages student records (FAA)
Manages information on TSA website and record documents (tracking student accounts)
Testing proctor backup with PSI
Performs assistance with new student inquiries and answers, tracks emails.
Professional Advisor
Middle Georgia State University - School of Aviation
Eastman, GA
11.2015 - 05.2021
Assist and accurately guide students in defining and developing realistic educational career plans through academic schedule planning (mapping the curriculum) for each semester
Advise students about majors, course requirements, pre-requisite, grades and graduation requirements
Assist students in course selection and class registration
Plan and coordinate educational events such as information sessions and workshops
Schedule and meet with parents and students for campus tours
Monitor progress toward educational goals by meeting with students to discuss the proposed academic program, current grades, and other performance indicators
Complete unofficial transfer articulation for potential and transfer aviation students
Serve as resource specialist to both students and faculty in the development, coordination, and implementation of academic advising services and support
Inform and, if necessary, refer students to other institutional resources when academic, attitudinal, or other personal problems require intervention
(Student Success Center, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Counseling)
Communicates with VA certification specialist regarding new student VA eligibility and requirements for registration
Coordinate and implement advising services at institutional events such as open house and orientation.
Financial Aid Advisor
Middle Georgia State University
Cochran, GA
08.2014 - 11.2015
Advises students and parents regarding availability of financial aid, eligibility requirements and the application process via phone and or email correspondence
Responsible for coordinating timely responses for all student correspondence/messages received via phone and email as needed
Determines student eligibility for certain types of financial aid and makes adjustments for students requesting work study opportunities
Awards federal, state, institutional and private sources of financial aid to students within appropriate guidelines and regulations
Reviews and processes financial aid files and/or related processes as assigned
Manages student financial aid records
Updates information in the financial aid computer system, Banner, and Nolij
Determines accuracy of certain documents and interpretations of these documents
Schedules and conducts student trainings for peer financial counseling sessions
Orders and budgets for instructional items to assist in staff training and student information sessions.
Education
Master of Education - Higher Education Administration
Georgia Southern University
05.2014
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Georgia Southwestern State University
12.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration