Trudy D. Merrick
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experience Learning Management Professional with extensive understanding of adult training and development, knowledge of material controls and account management. Resourceful problem-solver with solid advanced computer skills accompanied by strong organizational, planning, and communication skills. the ability to perform a variety of assignments with a great deal of independence. Core Competences Program and Project Management Schedule Management Reporting Testing Administration Special Event Management Presentation Development Internal/External Customer Service
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator
Chicago Center for Arts and Technology
2019.10 - Current
- Recruit for adult certification programs by providing information presentations
- Organize information open house events with high school partnerships
- Manage the enrollment process for each student including reviewing all applicant data, administer testing and conducting each interview
- Report program goals and performance compliance in accordance with state and partnership criteria
- Manage program calendar including exam and cohort scheduling
- Manage academic materials for all programs each cohort including technology and lab equipment
- Assist the Sr
- Director in program reporting and oversight
- Computer literacy and workforce soft skills instructor.
Student Activities Coordinator
City Colleges of Chicago - Harry S Truman
2014.03 - 2018.10
- Organized local high school open house events and campus visits to for dual enrollment recruitment
- Managed and organized student orientation and information sessions for perspective students
- Worked with Student Activities Director the planning and implementing of developmental programs for newly enrolled college students
- Organized and facilitated enrichment programs for students, throughout the academic year
- Responsible maintenance and distribution of the Ventra card system for full-time enrollment
- Maintained and updated student records utilizing the StudenEd system
- Maintained a student events database of 150+ for each academic session
- Monitored social media and online sources for college activity trends.
Training Coordinator
Price Waterhouse Cooper, PwC, Randstad
2011.09 - 2013.10
- Organized and managed 35 staff trainings per quarter, with emphasis on Standards and Government Compliance
- Managed recruitment of training program participants
- Integrated company policies into all training content and manage program materials and curriculum
- Managed day-to-day department operations in support of all training programs and activities
- Evaluated the results for end-of-course surveys to ensure effectiveness
- Used surveys, focus groups and interviews to assess and determine training needs
- Assisted with support functions such as budgeting and technology coordination.
- Worked with central management to identify, plan, align and address training needs.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Liaised between trainers and course participants.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Communication, Hospitality/Tourism Management
Roosevelt University
Skills
- Microsoft Suite
- Microsoft Teams
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
Timeline
Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator
Chicago Center for Arts and Technology
2019.10 - Current
Student Activities Coordinator
City Colleges of Chicago - Harry S Truman
2014.03 - 2018.10
Training Coordinator
Price Waterhouse Cooper, PwC, Randstad
2011.09 - 2013.10
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Communication, Hospitality/Tourism Management
Roosevelt University
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