Starneisia Hooper
Washington,DC
Summary
Passionate and goal-oriented pre-law student who has relocated to Washington, D.C. in preparation for an education and career in law. Seeking an opportunity aligned with both experience and interest in providing legal services while supporting underserved communities and underprivileged individuals/families. Eager to use background knowledge and strong organization skills to perform at a high excellence at your organization to deliver a meaningful impact to the lives of everyone affiliated.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Service Facilitator
Universal Daybreak Shelter house
Washington, DC
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted intakes and assessments of youth to determine their needs.
- Fostered a safe environment by monitoring activities within the residence while adhering to confidentiality standards.
- Acted as resident advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Met with probation officers and police to exchange necessary information during treatment process.
Field Leader
Amnesty International
Washington, DC
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Trained, coached, and mentored staff on job duties and responsibilities.
- Collaborated with other canvassers in order to maximize effectiveness of door-knocking efforts.
- Generated enthusiasm among target audiences through effective communication tactics.
- Adhered strictly to ethical standards while canvassing neighborhoods throughout various districts.
Intern
Empowerment Factory/ Rhode Island State Government
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Identified new opportunities for grant funding by researching online resources.
- Conducted individual and group activities to develop social skills among participants.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to children in a recreational setting.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive database of potential funders.
- Collaborated with program staff to develop the scope of work for each project or proposal.
Sales Associate/Key Holder
Piercing Pagoda
Providence, Rhode Island
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed key holder responsibilities such as opening and closing the store, setting alarms, and conducting regular audits on store supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Performed sterilization of equipment before and after each customer session.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and provided advice regarding body piercing procedures.
Operations Assistant Student Manager
Johnson and Wales University
Providence, Rhode Island
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Supervised deli staff, ensuring proper customer service and food safety practices were followed.
- Assisted in developing and implementing operational strategies to ensure efficient operations.
- Assisted in the daily operations of the facility by ensuring that all equipment and facilities were properly maintained.
- Ensured that all food items were properly labeled according to local health department regulations.
- Conducted daily inventory of products to ensure sufficient stock levels and communicated any shortages to the Deli Manager.
Intern
Asha Safai, District 11 Supervisor
San Francisco, California
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted Legislative Assistant Judy Lee, prepare for community hearings, constituent outreach activities such as mailings and phone calls, etc.
- Attended public hearings as a representative of District 11 Supervisors office, to hear the voices of our constituents first-hand, and capture detailed notes of the hearings.
- Researched current, and drafted new, public policies in support of District 11 community welfare.
- Performed administrative functions as needed to support the department
- Collaborated with other interns in developing briefing materials for legislators' consideration.
- Answered phones, greeted clients, scheduled appointments and made travel arrangements.
Attorney's Assistant
Lisa Katz, Deputy Public Defender
San Francisco, California
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Developed case summaries for review by Public Defender Katz.
- Conducted research on relevant laws and regulations when needed.
- Created and maintained up-to-date spreadsheets to track court dates, deadlines, filings.
- Answered phones and responded promptly to messages from clients or other parties involved in the case.
- Scanned documents into digital format for storage in the firm's database system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Johnson And Wales University
Providence, RI03-2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Versatile
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Influencing Change
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Goal-Oriented
- Microsoft office
Affiliated Organizations
World Association of Alumnae and Alumni of the Sacred Heart (AMASC), 2018, present
Timeline
Life Service Facilitator
Universal Daybreak Shelter house
08.2023 - Current
Field Leader
Amnesty International
03.2023 - 06.2023
Intern
Empowerment Factory/ Rhode Island State Government
02.2022 - 04.2022
Sales Associate/Key Holder
Piercing Pagoda
11.2020 - 08.2022
Operations Assistant Student Manager
Johnson and Wales University
09.2018 - 02.2021
Intern
Asha Safai, District 11 Supervisor
06.2017 - 08.2017
Attorney's Assistant
Lisa Katz, Deputy Public Defender
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Johnson And Wales University
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