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Wendall K. McGahee

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Preeminent administrator with a sincere passion for higher education, holding nearly a decade of experience in student affairs and human services. Seeking an impactful role that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, strategic leadership, planning, relationship building amongst diverse groups, advocacy, and problem-solving skills to contribute to professional experience and institutional advancement.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Academic Advisor for Behavioral Science Programs

Flagler College
2021.01 - Current


  • Responsible for building course schedules, monitored students’ academic progress throughout the semester, and tracked academic probation progression on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
  • Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
  • Organized and executed presentations and speaking engagements for orientations and other special campus events.
  • Worked closely with the Registrar's office to troubleshoot various student record issues.

Assistant Director of Academic Services

Flagler College
2021.07 - 2022.08

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  • Appointed Designated School Official.
  • Worked closely with the Campus Dean to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Planned and led campus events such as commencement exercises and new student orientations.
  • Managed team of 5 workers.
  • Established community partnerships for educational programs and student opportunities.
  • Recruited and created networks for nontraditional and working students.
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
  • Responsible for classroom assignments, issuing of official transcripts, course scheduling, grades submissions, and the processing of graduation applications and legal documents.
  • Tracked key metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.

Practicum in Higher Education

University of North Florida
2021.01 - 2021.06
  • 120 hours under Student Affairs-Student Success.
  • Created framework for Student Alliance programming with community partners to promote connections and resources for students in a pandemic/post pandemic era.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.


Career & Case Manager

Florida State College at Jacksonville
2020.01 - 2021.01
  • Provided post-secondary educational and career related opportunities to students.
  • Managed workers and caseloads of high school students, along with providing follow-up services.
  • Prepared student files, documentation, and plans for college enrollment and career planning.
  • Planned partnerships with various community organizations for special programs and events.

Student Records Specialist

Florida State College at Jacksonville
2019.01 - 2020.01
  • First split department worker for Student Records and Advising in efforts to establish clear pathways for service and support.
  • Processed incoming transcripts and assisted a range of students from incoming freshmen to graduates as Student Records' partner for FSCJ Downtown Campus Advising.
  • Performed enrollment research and student record evaluations- transcripts, enrollment verification, and residency for financial aid.


Student Support Representative

Florida A&M University
2014.06 - 2016.06
  • Offered information and services to current and prospective students through working with various departments under both Academic and Student Affairs.
  • Responded to student questions via telephone and written correspondence regarding campus resources.
  • Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions for students and parents.

Education

Doctor of Education - Leadership & Innovation-Administration

St. Thomas University
Miami Gardens, FL
12.2026

Master of Science - Higher Education Administration

Florida International University
Miami, FL
08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Philosophy & Religion

Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL
08.2016

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Data Analysis
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Office & Project Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Special Event Planning
  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Student Advocacy

Certification

Adult Mental Health First Aid

National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Volunteer & Leadership Experience

  • Florida A&M University National Alumni Association
  • Former Legislative Intern, Florida House of Representatives & Florida Senate
  • Former Candidate for Fernandina Beach City Commission
  • Amelia Island Museum of History Board of Trustees
  • Jacksonville Urban League Young Professionals
  • Nassau County Florida’s Inaugural 40 Under 40 Class of Distinguished Leaders
  • 4 The Culture of Northeast Florida Chairman of the Board

Timeline

Assistant Director of Academic Services

Flagler College
2021.07 - 2022.08

Practicum in Higher Education

University of North Florida
2021.01 - 2021.06

Academic Advisor for Behavioral Science Programs

Flagler College
2021.01 - Current

Career & Case Manager

Florida State College at Jacksonville
2020.01 - 2021.01

Student Records Specialist

Florida State College at Jacksonville
2019.01 - 2020.01

Student Support Representative

Florida A&M University
2014.06 - 2016.06

Doctor of Education - Leadership & Innovation-Administration

St. Thomas University

Master of Science - Higher Education Administration

Florida International University

Bachelor of Science - Philosophy & Religion

Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University

Adult Mental Health First Aid

National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Wendall K. McGahee