Julie W. Carnes
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Watkinsville, Georgia 30677 *********@*****.***
Qualifications
Possess exceptional customer service abilities, as well as oral and written communication skills
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Problem solving expertise, as well as in coordinating volunteer and staff schedules, and in solving
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consumer concerns
Over 5 years successful experience as a Social Worker/GCADV Certified
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Trained in Crisis Counseling, Advocacy, Shelter Management, Grant Writing, and Supportive Services
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Education
Bachelor of Arts Major: Speech Communications with special focuses in Public Relations and Social
Work
Minor: Psychology (Behavioral Sciences) Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, The University of
Georgia, Athens, GA (Graduated: 10/2001 with 3.6 GPA)
Certified GA Realtor: Georgia Real Estate License (Inactive) The University of Georgia (Obtained in
2002)
Work Experience
Athens Clarke County Library System Title: Winterville Branch Manager 11/09-present
Ÿ In charge of planning, advertising, executing, and reporting all programs taking place at the
Winterville Library.
Ÿ Performs circulation of all materials, collects fines, places holds on materials through Extension
Services.
Ÿ Trains and supervises all library staff and volunteers.
Ÿ Assists patrons with location of various materials, research, help with using the computer, and
navigating/updating his/her library account.
Ÿ Serves as representative for WINT library at City Council meetings, Library Advisory Board Meetings,
and acts as liaison for Winterville Friends of the library and the Athens Clarke-County Library
Headquarters.
Ÿ Submits timely reports on circulation, assistance, and attendance statistics, as well as all monies and
a monthly report to the HQ business manager.
Ÿ Collaborates daily with Extension Services Librarian on various matters (i.e. budget, funding, new
materials, etc.).
Ÿ Writes quarterly article for Winterville Gazette, and monthly articles for ARLS-WINT website.
SG Development Atlanta, GA Title: Realtor/Renovations Specialist 3/2008-10/2009
Answered multiple phone lines, negotiated rental contracts, performed tenant credit checks,
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checked prior rental history, approved (or denied) rental applications
Ÿ Marketed available properties and showed rentals to prospective tenants.
Ÿ Conducted move out/in inspections of all properties.
Ÿ Kept meticulous documentation of all rental properties and tenant information.
Ÿ Collected rent monies/deposits/fees.
Ÿ Collaborated with Property Engineers regarding renovation, restoration, and construction objectives
for rental properties to demolish, rebuild, or repair to meet objectives.
Responded to tenant needs in a timely and professional manner.
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Project Safe Inc., Athens, GA Title: Follow-Up Services Director 6/2006-3/2008
Worked closely with each shelter resident and her family to organize safe housing, furnishings,
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secure employment, (and budgeting for independent living).
Served as Public Relations Liaison for the organization.
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Maintained frequent contact/provided Aftercare Case Management with former shelter residents via
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home visits, telephone check-ins, by providing Case Management, emergency financial assistance,
crisis counseling, safety planning, and referrals.
Project Safe Inc., Athens, GA Title: Shelter Manager/ Victim Advocate 5/2005-3-2008
Ÿ Conducted shelter screening and intake interviews, as well as shelter tours and explanation of house
rules.
Ÿ Answered crisis line, provided support, referrals, emergency shelter, safety planning, and advocacy
for prospective clients, and documented appropriately.
Ÿ Planned and facilitated weekly resident house meetings, addressed and resolved concerns.
Maintained a healthy array of foods in each unit for resident consumption via NEGA Food Bank,
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and other stores as needed.
Ÿ Conducted Safety Inspections of units/ Administered warnings, citations, and eviction notices..