Rion Hunter
Pilesgrove,NJ
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Megalopolitan Coastal Transformation Hub, skilled in qualitative research and data analysis using NVivo. Proven ability to engage communities and support vulnerable populations through effective outreach and program coordination, driving impactful policy recommendations and enhancing community resilience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)
Megalopolitan Coastal Transformation Hub
Camden, NJ
01.2024 - Current
- Conduct qualitative interviews and fieldwork in NJ and PA communities on climate adaptation, coastal resilience, and environmental justice.
- Code and analyze qualitative data using NVivo to support policy recommendations and academic reports.
- Assist in development of research protocols, outreach strategies, and community partnership frameworks.
Congressional Liaison
House Of Representative
Camden, NJ
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Facilitated communication between constituents and congressional office for issue resolution.
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments to ensure timely responses to congressional requests.
- Represented Congressional District at public outreach events to enhance community engagement.
Placement Intake Specialist
Pathstone Corp
Camden, NJ
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Facilitated communication with returning citizens facing barriers to reintegration.
- Conducted outreach and recruitment to identify eligible program participants.
- Managed caseload of 25 clients during re-entry process post-incarceration.
- Developed job opportunities, GED preparation, and training programs for participants.
Education
Master's Degree - Public Affairs
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05-2026
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Criminal Justice
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05-2025
Skills
- Qualitative research methods
- Data analysis and NVivo coding
- IntraNet Quorum (IQ) CRM
- Public event support and community representation
- Community engagement and stakeholder relations
- Vulnerable populations support
- Project management and program coordination
- Outreach and recruitment
Certification
CITI Social & Behavioral Research (2023–2028)
FEMA IS-100: Incident Command System
FEMA IS-700: National Incident Management System
Trauma-Informed Care Certification
NVivo Qualitative Research Certificate
FEMA IS-100: Incident Command System
FEMA IS-700: National Incident Management System
Trauma-Informed Care Certification
NVivo Qualitative Research Certificate
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)
Megalopolitan Coastal Transformation Hub
01.2024 - Current
Congressional Liaison
House Of Representative
05.2022 - 05.2024
Placement Intake Specialist
Pathstone Corp
08.2021 - 03.2023
Master's Degree - Public Affairs
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Criminal Justice
Rutgers University