Yolanda Rochelle Duren
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OBJECTIVE
To acquire a position that will enable me to utilize my educational
background, skills, and previous experiences.
SKILLS ? Excellent organizational skills ? Strong Customer
relations skills
? Computer Proficiency ? Data Entry
? Computer: Microsoft Office, WordPerfect, Internet Explorer
EDUCATION
Mississippi Valley State University, Itta Bena, MS
Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry
Date of graduation: May 10, 2003
Hinds Nursing & Allied Health Center, Jackson, MS
Department of Continuing Education
Phlebotomy
Date of Completion: May 17, 2005
Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
Master of Science in Public Health
Dates of Attendance: August 2007-present
EXPERIENCE
Mississippi Regional Housing Authority, Jackson, MS
April 2004-Present
Occupancy Specialist/Team Leader
. Interview individuals & compile information on clients regarding
income, background, and household information
. Answer questions and provide information for tenants and landlords
. Provide clerical support to assist other departmental staff in the
completion of their duties and responsibilities.
. Prepares spreadsheet for Executive Director to present @ monthly board
meeting
. Designated to train newly hired employees
Walgreens, Clinton, MS Jan 2005-Nov 2005
Beauty Advisor
. Entered sales on the cash register and provided customer service
. Constructed and maintained promotional, seasonal and sale merchandise
displays
Dillard's, Ridgeland, MS Nov 2005-Dec
2006
Customer Service
. Answered phone and transferred calls to appropriate departments
. Assisted customers with gift wraps.
TempStaff, Jackson, MS Oct 2003-
April 2004
Temporary Office Worker
. Answered phones and transferred calls
. Completed general clerical duties to include but not limited to
filing, faxing, photocopying, and data entry.
AFFILIATIONS
Member, AmeriCorps
Member, Natural Sciences & Environmental Health Club
Member, Mississippi Alliance for Minority Participation (MAMP)
Member, Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS)
AWARDS RECEIVED
National Dean's List
All American Scholar
Citation of Academic Excellence
Housing Choice Voucher Certification
HCV Rent Calculation Specialist