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Samantha Potthast Cupp

Odenton,MD

Summary

Master's degree in International Relations and Bachelor's in History with a minor in Religious Studies. Deep understanding of diverse cultures, religions, and global perspectives. Skilled in communicating complex ideas and working sensitively with individuals. Experienced in research, document preparation, and administrative tasks applicable to curriculum development and classroom management. Specialized academic focus on World History, British History, the Crusades, and comparative world religions, providing a strong foundation for teaching social studies, history, and humanities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant - Office of the Chief Auditor

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
05.2022 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive administrative support for the Office of the Chief Auditor, including advanced document preparation and formatting across Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  • Manage and maintain SharePoint Online platforms, coordinate interdepartmental and external agency consultation requests, and oversee evaluation processes.
  • Handle expense reporting and budget reconciliation.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for miscellaneous departmental projects and special assignments requiring immediate attention and resolution.

Case Manager

Office of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County
09.2020 - 04.2022
  • Managed comprehensive case preparation and documentation for legal staff, including collection and organization of criminal history records, police reports, photographic evidence, and supporting materials.
  • Coordinated both physical and electronic filing systems, ensuring accurate document submission and database management through legal filing software to maintain organized case files.

Intern

Office of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Coordinated both physical and electronic filing systems, ensuring accurate document submission and database management through legal filing software to maintain organized case files.

Expungement Clerk

Office of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Managed comprehensive record processing for county expungement cases, including physical document filing and electronic data entry into judicial databases.

Intern

The YWCA of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provided direct client support to survivors of domestic violence by assisting with the preparation and filing of legal documentation for protective orders, demonstrating sensitivity and professionalism while working with vulnerable populations during crisis situations.

Education

Master of Arts - International Relations

American University School of International Service
Washington, DC
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Maryland
College Park, MD
06.2021

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Growth mindset
  • Computer skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Administrative Assistant - Office of the Chief Auditor

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
05.2022 - Current

Case Manager

Office of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County
09.2020 - 04.2022

Expungement Clerk

Office of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County
07.2019 - 08.2019

Intern

Office of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County
05.2019 - 09.2019

Intern

The YWCA of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County
05.2018 - 08.2018

Master of Arts - International Relations

American University School of International Service

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Maryland