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https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonja-duncan-55417987
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Results focused buiness profesional with a strong ability to consistently deliver to diverse groups of clients and employers outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. Skilled in delivering human/technical services, backed by 15 years of progressively responsible educational/professional experience in a constantly shifting work environment. Can mobilize high levels of initiative, resourcefulness, and creativity to provide flexible and innovative solutions to any issue.
EDUCATION
Western Governors University-Washington, Kent, WA
Bachelor of Science in Business, Information Technology Management Graduation: 11/2015
Sample Courses: Marketing Applications, Fundamentals of Marketing and Business Communication, Elements of Effective Communication, Principles of Management, Legal Issues for Business Organizations, Project Management, Global Business, Fundamentals of Business Law and Ethics, Quantitative Analysis for Business
• Completed a comprehensive Capstone Project, which included the construction of a complete business plan, with marketing and finances (available for review). CERTIFICATIONS
CompTIA A+, Project+ and Network+ • Business Process Reeingeering • Microsoft MS Office Suite, Advanced SKILLS
Communication/Interpersonal Skills
Have exceptional written and oral communication skills, in addition to unique analytical skills. Skillful in working directly with the public in a sensitive or confidential capacity. Have remarkable analytical and pattern detection skills and ability to covey complex concepts to the inexpert. Research/Problem Solving
Able to employ complex problem identification skills and apply intelligence and assess possibilities and apply solutions; can quickly appreciate the implications of new information for decision-making and problem solving. Possess problem sensitivity skills and have the capacity to ascertain when a situation is likely to go wrong. Am able to consider the comparative costs and benefits of potential actions to select the most appropriate one; can use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problem. Posses excellent research skills, including advanced education in and application of contract law. Organization/Management Skills
Have extensive experience working in independent, deadline-oriented environment and was required to establish priorities with minimal supervision. Am able to generate large numbers of inventive ideas to develop creative ways to solve a problem. Highly computer literate, with ability in network administration, web page design, and database administration. Experience conducting individual and group trainings in a variety of platforms and interfaces.
EXPERIENCE
Pursing IT degree and engaged in active job searching, Bellingham, WA 2014 – Present Writing Center, Whatcom Community College, Bellingham, WA 2013 – 2014 Webpage/Social Media Administer/Newsletter Editor, Free Church Unitarian, Blaine, WA 2012 – Present Volunteer Coordinator, Whatcom County Jail, Bellingham, WA 2010 – Present
OTHER EXPERIENCE
State of Alaska, Division of Retirement and Benefits, Juneau, AK 2001 - 2002 La-Z-Boy International, Monroe, MI 2000
King County, Office of Human Resource Management, Seattle, WA 1999