Zach Lemons **** Talmadge
Canyon Row
San Diego, CA 92115
abj1yt@r.postjobfree.com
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Profile
I am a full time college student seeking employment opportunities that will
broaden my experience in an professional environment to hone my skills as a
worker as I pursue my BA in Political Science and BS in Criminal Justice.
Experience
Associated students, san diego state university - 2008-2010
College of Arts and Letters Executive Vice President
Alumni Association College of Arts and Letters Representative
Student Affairs Commissioner - AS President's Cabinet, 1 year restoring AS
and Student Affairs relations. Responsible for meeting with 16 faculty
directors under Student Affairs and appointing student representatives to
the Student Affairs Board.
University Senate Vice Chair, 2 1/2 years of working directly with
administration to develop and implement budget policies and legislation.
Responsible for appointing students to the various university senate
committees. One of four voting students in the universities faculty/staff
senate.
Student Conduct Committee Chair, Head of ad-hoc committee that reviews
policy and procedures set forth by the university and the department of
Student Rights and Responsibilities and if we as a committee feel student's
rights are not being upheld or abused, work in conjunction with Associated
Students legal council to pursue actions to change policies in place to
negotiated and revised procedures for SDSU to apply to punishment bylaws.
Finance Board - Vice President of University Affairs Designee, 1 year of
financial overview experience and personal handling of cash and checks
while overseeing budget and finances for student organizations and
Associated Students.
Modernspace Campaign Team Captain, Leader of a team of dedicated student
leaders that raised awareness across the SDSU campus and student body
regarding the aging student union and its need to replacement. Referendum
voted by the student body was passed and the construction of the world's
first LEED Platinum student union begins in June 2011.
Government Affairs Office, 2 years of office work experience; including
book keeping, one on one interaction with students, facility, staff and
consumers. Computer skills, presentation planning, time management and
organizational experience.
Ticket office, 1 year of selling tickets, passes and ID cards to students.
Personal handling of money, checks, debit and credit cards.
AS Council, 1 years of experience working closely with a team of highly
motivated people to work towards common goals for the well being and best
interest of each student in the university.
External Affairs Board - Lobby Corp, 1 year as a voting member of the
External Affairs Board and hand picked representative of Associated
Students tasked with visiting local and state legislatures to lobby and
discuss a wide range of topics ranging from the economic budget crisis to
the challenges facing California higher education.
International Alliance of theatrical stage employees, san diego, ca - 2008-
2009
"American Idol on Tour", Stage Hand and Set Builder
Comic-Con 2008, Production Team member and set up crew
National University Graduation Commencement, Sound Technician
Janet Jackson Live, Electrician
Panic at the Disco Live Band, Light Technician
old globe theatre, san diego, ca - 2008
"How the Grinch Stole Christmas", Stage Management Intern
madison high school, san diego, ca - 2005-2008
Spring Show 2008 - "The Boyfriend", Assistant Stage Manager, Ticket Office
finance lead
Talent Show, Stage Manager, Lighting Designer, Follow Spot, Video Tech
Coordinator, Set Designer
Fall Show 2007 - "Barefoot in the Park", Stage Manager & Lighting Designer
"Makani Kai Polynesian Dance Troupe", Two years as Head Technical
Representative & Lighting Designer
Spring Show 2007 - "Brave New World", Lights, Ticket Office finance lead
Fall Show 2006 - "Harvey", Stage Manager
Business and Education Direct Connect, Student chosen to represent Madison
High School for SOTA (School of the Arts) to various officials and business
owners throughout San Diego County.
Secondary skills
Proficient in PC and MAC hardware & software; including Microsoft Office
2007-2010, iWorks, iTunes, MobileMe & Related computing devices.
Customer Service experience from a wide variety of work environments.
Understanding of leadership structure and common business ideals in the
workplace.
Capable of typing 60+ words a minute
Cash register and handling experience.
Education
san diego state university, san diego, ca - 2008-present
Class of 2012
Double majoring in Political Science and Criminal Justice with an emphasis
in forensic science.
Minor in Leadership Development
Overall cumulative GPA of 3.7
Phi Alpha Delta Pre Law Fraternity - Vice President of Outreach (2009-2010)
Executive Vice President (2010-2011)
Associated Student Government - Board Member of the Year 2008-2009
james madison high school, san diego, ca - 2004-2008
Class of 2008
Honor Roll Student - 3.8 GPA
AP and College level classes
Lettered in Varsity Football & Drama
Secretary/ Treasurer of Drama Club
interests
Working with the Associated Students to advocate for student rights and
sustainability to the university campus. Taking on challenging internships
that will specialize in law, politics or law enforcement opportunities and
working hard in my studies to further my education. Surfing, working out at
the gym on a regular basis, spending time with my friends and grandparents,
working with various types of technology and meeting new people.