Misty Wyche-Russell
Harlingen,Texas
Summary
Results-driven Grant Specialist with extensive experience supporting the Grant Director in program development, advising, and effective recruitment. Committed to upholding TSTC Core values, I excel in implementing recruitment strategies, evaluating participant applications, and coordinating program initiatives. Proficient in advising students, tracking academic progress, and ensuring compliance with program guidelines. Skilled in curriculum development, maintaining databases, and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders. Adept at managing diverse responsibilities, including professional development travel and participation in student enrichment activities. Eager to contribute to TSTC's success by leveraging my expertise and dedication to excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CAMP Grant Administrator
Texas State Technical College
02.2024 - Current
- Cultivated a high-performance culture by fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Managed company budgets, ensuring financial stability and long-term profitability.
- Built strong professional networks within the industry that led to increased referrals and partnership opportunities.
- Influenced positive employee morale by developing a supportive work environment where open communication was encouraged.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
CAMP Grant Specialist-Advisor
Texas State Technical College
01.2020 - Current
- Skilled in creating and implementing effective plans within school guidelines.
- Proficient in guiding students through the application process and first year of college.
- Experienced in managing tutoring programs, monitoring student progress, and ensuring program effectiveness.
- Proven ability to create engaging plans for student activities.
- Strong interpersonal skills for reaching out to students and maintaining records.
- Proficient in maintaining and tracking student progress.
- Experienced in professional travel and organizing student activities.
- Adaptable and proactive in handling additional duties.
- Proficient in guiding and advising migrant seasonal/farmworker students
Talent Search Administrative Assistant
Texas State Technical College
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Track and monitor budget and expenditures.
- Proficient in guiding low income, first generation, underserved middle and high school students to graduate from secondary education.
- Collaborated closely with management to assist in specific aspects of business operations.
- Managed incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to the right personnel.
- Handled calendars and organized travel arrangements for senior-level staff to streamline schedules.
- Created and distributed agendas for meetings and conference calls as part of meeting preparation.
- Prepared detailed PowerPoint presentations for senior-level staff, focusing on accuracy and attention to detail.
Student Worker
Texas State Technical College
09.2014 - 07.2019
- Teamwork: Worked in a team for high productivity.
- Instruction Following: Followed detailed directions from others.
- Environment Management: Kept a tidy workspace to meet cleanliness standards.
- Customer Service: Provided excellent service with a positive attitude towards guests and teammates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX08.2020
Skills
- Compliance Reviews
- Grants Management
- Public Speaking
- Financial Aid Proficiency
- Counseling Expertise
- Student Advocacy
- Event Coordination
- Academic Advising
- Program Evaluation
- Goal Setting
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
Timeline
CAMP Grant Administrator
Texas State Technical College
02.2024 - Current
CAMP Grant Specialist-Advisor
Texas State Technical College
01.2020 - Current
Talent Search Administrative Assistant
Texas State Technical College
08.2019 - 01.2020
Student Worker
Texas State Technical College
09.2014 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wayland Baptist University