Smoke Johnson
Rohnert Park,CA
Summary
Skilled Tribal Youth Programs Specialist focused on maximizing [Description] success through effective use of [Skill], [Skill] and [Skill] abilities. Top-notch communicator with excellent time management, administrative and customer service skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Tribal Youth Programs Specialist
Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria
2021.06 - Current
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Assisted with staff training to enforce quality, safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained current understanding of market conditions, compliance standards and best practices.
- Developed and managed relationships with key clients and partners to drive growth.
- Collaborated with internal departments to align marketing campaigns.
- Developed and implemented systems to track customer feedback and satisfaction.
- Monitored industry trends to adapt strategies accordingly.
- Coordinated and executed marketing campaigns to generate new leads and sales opportunities.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Programming & Communications Intern
Native American Student Development, UC Berkeley
2020.01 - 2020.12
- Provide administrative support for two professional staff and 11 intern staff, by ordering office supplies, submitting expenses, managing inbox, providing data entry, and organizing online filing system.
- Manage NASD’s four social media platforms via Hootsuite to post relevant content for the UC Berkeley and California Native community.
- Create weekly newsletter for 600+ recipients, which includes original content, resources, and opportunities.
- Planned wellness and orientation programming by coordinating speakers, communications, and team building.
- Developed a fundraising campaign to help raise $4,700 by writing letters, creating fliers, hashtags, social media posts and partnering with on campus departments.
Cultural & Youth Program Coordinator
Intertribal Friendship House
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Organized special events and activities to boost youth engagement and improve lives of at-risk children.
- Observed staff and volunteers to verify compliance with educational, safety and interpersonal guidelines.
- Strengthened academic, social and physical education program offerings for area youth.
- Coordinated logistics for meals, transportation and program delivery.
- Partnered with businesses, schools and nonprofits to expand youth program outreach and impact.
- Built recruitment and retention plans to maintain full roster of program participants.
Events & Outreach Coordinator
Scotts Valley Tribal T A N F
2018.03 - 2019.01
- Researched resource programs and native organizations to develop outreach strategy.
- Collaborated with other County programs and Bay Area Native offices to recruit potential clients through resource fairs and cultural events.
- Coordinate all logistics for external seasonal client gatherings in Concord and Lakeport, as well organized SVTT’s annual holiday event and wellness seminar.
Domestic Engineer
Self
2008.01 - 2018.03
- Responsible for maintaining the physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing of two active young boys. Responsibilities included maintaining an orderly home, planning and preparing meals, coordinating schedules, teaching manners and proper hygiene, creating and balancing household budget, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Special Event Manager
Livermore Pow Wow
2001.10 - 2008.10
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Coordinated with kitchen or catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.
- Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Generated ideas to enhance and expand current event offerings.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to publicize and promote events.
- Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
- Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers and budgets.
Business Owner
Pow Wow Paradise
2003.01 - 2007.12
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Native American Studies
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA08.2020
Certificate of Achievement - Computer Information Systems
Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA08.2018
Certificate of Achievement - Web Technology
Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA08.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Las Positas College
Livermore, CA05.2009
Skills
- Resource Allocation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Customer Relations
- Supply Management
- Project Planning
- Process Improvement
- Program Evaluation
- Logistics Coordination
- Project Restructuring
Timeline
Tribal Youth Programs Specialist
Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria
2021.06 - Current
Programming & Communications Intern
Native American Student Development, UC Berkeley
2020.01 - 2020.12
Cultural & Youth Program Coordinator
Intertribal Friendship House
2019.01 - 2020.01
Events & Outreach Coordinator
Scotts Valley Tribal T A N F
2018.03 - 2019.01
Domestic Engineer
Self
2008.01 - 2018.03
Business Owner
Pow Wow Paradise
2003.01 - 2007.12
Special Event Manager
Livermore Pow Wow
2001.10 - 2008.10
Bachelor of Arts - Native American Studies
University of California, Berkeley
Certificate of Achievement - Computer Information Systems
Contra Costa College
Certificate of Achievement - Web Technology
Contra Costa College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Las Positas College
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