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Rachel Milstead

New York

Summary

I am a lifelong learner with organizational and communication skills, as well as experience in a lot of different jobs and roles. I am beginning my journey to becoming ordained within the Unitarian Universalist tradition, and I look forward to my future of diverse jobs and experiences on my path to ordainment. I work well with others, as well as in high-stress environments and environments where I may not know enough and need to learn more on the job to succeed.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing and PR Intern

Unitarian Society of Ridgewood
Ridgewood
10.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Posted routinely on apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and Threads to advertise Unitarian Society of Ridgewood

Spiritual Life Organizer

Warren Wilson College
Swannanoa
02.2023 - 05.2024
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing organizational structures.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Worked with weekly budgets for multiple meal plans and community meals

Administrative Assistant

Safeguard Global
Austin
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming faxes, letters and emails for office distribution.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings, including room reservations, catering, and technical setup, for seamless execution.

Seasonally Contracted Assistant Manager

Urban Roots Farm
Austin
01.2017 - 03.2020
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.

Education

Master of Divinity - Ministerial Leadership

Union Theological Seminary
New York, NY
05-2027

Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology

Warren Wilson College
Swannanoa, NC
05-2024

Affiliations

  • D3 soccer player
  • Current Co-Minister of Fun at Union Theological Seminary

Accomplishments

  • Published poet and writer of prose pieces
  • rain-or-shine award from Urban Roots farm (2018)
  • Pisgah Scholarship Recipient (2022-2024)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Marketing and PR Intern

Unitarian Society of Ridgewood
10.2024 - Current

Spiritual Life Organizer

Warren Wilson College
02.2023 - 05.2024

Administrative Assistant

Safeguard Global
01.2021 - 01.2022

Seasonally Contracted Assistant Manager

Urban Roots Farm
01.2017 - 03.2020

Master of Divinity - Ministerial Leadership

Union Theological Seminary

Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology

Warren Wilson College
Rachel Milstead