Andres Boland
Seeking opportunities in public policy and local government affairs
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55130
ac7ztl@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION
Metropolitan State University, Saint Paul Bachelor's Degree in Social Science Emphasis in Political Science August 2016-December 2018
●Coursework includes
Advocacy for Policy Change
Research Methods in Social Science
Seeing like a Social Scientist
Law and the Legal Process
Citizenship in a Global Context
Great Ideas in Social Science
●Former Member of the Student Senate
Former Engagement Coordinator.
Former Chair of the Political Affairs Committee.
●Former Legislative Specialist for Students United.
Saint Paul College, Saint Paul Associates in Arts Emphasis in Social Science/Public Affairs August 2014-May 2016
●Member of Phi Theta Kappa
●Coursework included
Minnesota History
Composition I and II
Intercultural Communication
Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
World Religions
Logic
EXPERIENCE
Trista MatasCastillo For Ramsey County Commissioner, Saint Paul Volunteer
February 2018-November 2018
Volunteering to get Trista MatasCastillo elected Ramsey County Commissioner. I have do phone banking, prepare mail, door knock, and stamp literature. I have also attended events with the campaign.
Metro Transit, Minneapolis Sales Operations Intern
April 13th 2017-Present
Working as a sales operations intern for Metro Transit. Help customers use the metro transit system, set up ticket booths for the cashiers during events. Crowd control is also a part of the duties, as are sales reports. Other duties include preparing post and pre game bags, and data entry.
Project SHINE, Minneapolis Volunteer Tutor
October 2016-December 2016
Worked at the Franklin Public Library in Minneapolis with Project SHINE. As a volunteer tutor I worked with people who are immigrants, often from East Africa, to learn to read, write, do math and prepare for the citizenship exam to become American citizens.
Como Town, Saint Paul Ride Operator/Head of Utilities
April 2016-September 2016
Job was to ensure the safe, fun and efficient operation of rides at Como town. Inform guests of and enforce ride rules like height and age restrictions. As head of utilities the job was to ensure the park stays clean, and to make sure little projects get done around the park in a timely manner.
ValleyFair, Shakopee Ride Operator
May 16th, 2014-November 2nd, 2014 and May 16th, 2015-October 31st, 2015
Worked the seasons of 2014 and 2015 at Valleyfair as a ride operator. Operated various rides throughout time at Valleyfair. Ensured a safe, efficient, clean and fun operation of said rides. Helped keep park clean.
SKILLS
Fast learner and quick to comprehend new information.
Organized and punctual.
Ability to work with a diverse range of people.
Excellent analytical abilities.
Adaptable.
Experienced with projects.
Strong technical writer and reader..
AWARDS
Student Senate Dedication Award An award for perseverance and hard work on the Student Senate at Metropolitan State University.
Dean's List Saint Paul College Spring Semester 2016. GPA 3.61
Rides Crew of Excellence in Cleanliness and Guest Service A reward for exceptional work in these areas at Valleyfair. Awarded during the 2014 season
Yale Book Award An award for excellence during time at Central High School.