Career Counseling, assessments, group and individual career guidance
Resume:
Lynne Orr
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March *, 2021
The College of New Jersey
RE: Assistant Director, Career Development Center
Dear Search Committee,
This letter is an application for the Assistant Director, Career Development Center, The College of New Jersey. I viewed your opening on LinkedIn job listing site.
I have worked with Career Development in Higher Education for 25 years. I am recognized as a National Career Coach Faculty member for the National Association of Colleges and Employers. I have instructed professional development workshops, development of job search tools, guiding and assisting students with their academic and career success. Supervision, presentations, assessment, mentoring, technology, research, and student success strategies are my areas of strength.
This position seems to fit well with my knowledge and experience. I have over 25 years’ experience assisting traditional and non-traditional students in higher education. In addition, I am passionate about assisting students in becoming successful professionals, and guiding office professionals to collaborate as a team. If you are looking for a dedicated, passionate assistant director, I am you candidate.
My background and career goals seem to match your job requirements well. I am confident that I can perform this job effectively. In addition, I am genuinely interested in a position with The College of New Jersey.
Please consider my request for an interview to further discuss my qualifications and to learn more about this opportunity. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Lynne B. Orr
Lynne B. Orr
LYNNE B. ORR, PhD
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OBJECTIVE
Assistant Director, Career Development Center, The College of New Jersey
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in Higher Education and Adult Learning
Employer relations – 7 years
Supervision and management – 30 years
Professional Service and Practice – 25 years
Research and Scholarship – 15 years
Leadership through Team Engagement – 20 years
Proficiency in using digital technologies to enhance mentoring and learning
Interact effectively with student development, enrollment management, administration, faculty and students
Experience with assessment and training faculty
LPC, NJ; Basic Coaching Certificate, Wellness Coach; Distance Certified Counselor
HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Associate Director, Teacher Candidate Success, 10/19- present
Assistant Director 1/99-9/19
College of Education, Academic Advisement/Career Counseling
William Paterson University 7/15 – present
Train and supervise onsite career counseling interns
Received performance based promotion, 2020
Assist dean and associate dean with student challenges
Support student advocacy in completing program requirements
Created and implemented a 2-part series advancing communication and dispositions
Serve on the diversity, curriculum, field placement college councils
Conducted mixed-methods research on passing of Praxis Core
Received IRB permission to conduct mixed-methods research on generation Z
Facilitated an academic success program for education students to meet requisite professional standards
Design and implement developmental advising model suitable for teacher education students
Career Development and Advisement Center; William Paterson University 1/99 – 7/15
Received two performance based promotions; selected by peers; based upon exceptional performance in job title, university service, professional development, and civic engagement
Leader for CAS Review assessment team
Attended Director’s meetings in absence of Director
Facilitated and managed office in absence of director and associate director
Initiated and facilitated a student peer counseling program
Served as an advisor for the first-year students
Developed and implemented a unique presentation offered to Work Study students in collaboration with Financial Aid
Trained thirty facilitators (Directors, Deans, Administrators and Counselors) to conduct an interactive presentation utilizing the individual results of the Self-Directed Search
Organize curriculum for a career development course
Supervised, trained, and developed graduate assistants, graduate interns, student interns, and peer counselors
Conducted a NBCC – 100 hour certification program for Director, Assistant Directors, and Counselors
Career Counselor/ Technical and Special Events Coordinator 3/96-12/98
Career Development Center/Rutgers University Newark, NJ
Served as the Interim Internship Coordinator
Facilitated employer relations
Originator of departmental homepage, responsible for maintaining website
Counsel students and alumni on career related issues and employment search
Created three original database systems that transferred and computerized all office records
Organized and conducted Graduate/Professional School and Law School Day
Supervised college work study students
HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Women’s Center, 6 years
Serve as a consultant and update the department website
Participated in 100 hour training for Domestic Violence Response Team
Research and complete IRB forms for a climate assessment
Presented at the Women’s History Month, careers for women
Serve on the LGBT Advisory Committee
Undergraduate Admissions, 14 years
Work collaboratively on a committee for transfer students
Create and implement special programming for transfer students
Serve as a presenter and spokesperson during open houses
Registrar’s Office, 7 years
Communicate effectively with office and staff
Assist office with information related to university academic policies
GE Committee, University Core Curriculum, 10 years
Developed, designed, and implemented a new general education curriculum
Involved in the research of 21st century skills
Participated on the Assessment team, 3 years
Leader and assessment coordinator, 5 years
Attended professional Assessment conference, Association for the Assessment of Learning in Higher Education
Undergraduate Committee, 4 years
Served as committee chair
Coordinated meetings and documented records
Reviewed new course and program curriculum for undergraduate departments
Assessment Coordinator, 6 years
Developed and implemented various assessment tools; focus groups, surveys, rubrics and retention studies
Utilized Student Voice/Campus Lab in assessment practices
Collected, analyzed and completed executive reports on assessments
Recommended strategies and programs to enhance practices
First-Year Student Orientation, 12 years
Developed and implemented a career initiative and presentation during orientation
Created documentation, multi-media presentation and conducted sessions
Served on student orientation committee and parent orientation committee
Trained dean of students, directors, and professional staff
PUBLICATIONS
Di Noia, J., Orr, L., Byrd-Bredbenner, C. (2013). Residential Summer Camp Intervention Improves Camp Food Environment. American Journal of Health Behavior.
Orr, L. (2001). Incorporating PowerPoint into a presentation. Partner to Partner Advisory, 14 (12).
Orr, L. (2012). Counseling in a technical world: Student counselors’ technical skills, motivation, and self-efficacy. Dissertation, ProQuest 072699.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Senior/Contributing Faculty, Higher Education and Adult Learning 3/13 – present
Walden University
Received promotion to Senior Contributing Faculty, based on engaging students, community service, professional development and support of social change
Serve as a chair and second committee member for doctoral study students
Motivate and guide doctoral learners through completion of doctoral study project
Review and direct original studies documentation for university approval
Facilitate MA online courses, meeting all faculty requirements
oDoctoral Intensive Study – Research, EdD
oAssessment of ELL
oOnline teaching
oIncorporating technology into adult learning
oProgram Planning & Assessment
oCreating Support in the Learning Environment
oLeading Change in Student Support Services
oIntroduction to Higher Education
oHigher Education and Finance
oAdministration & Assessment of Online & Distance Learning
oEmerging Trends in Marketing/Recruiting/Promotions
oOptimum Quality and Productivity
oPrinciples of Marketing & Enrollment Management
Adjunct Professor, Graduate Level 9/09 – 12/10
Professional Counseling, William Paterson University Wayne, NJ
Instructed an Addictions Counseling course for CACREP accredited program
Conducted a hybrid research in counseling and program evaluation course, 3 semesters
Guided students in the further understanding of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches to counseling research and program evaluation
Facilitated course utilizing Blackboard as content management system
Supported students through the IRB process
Taught concepts on program evaluation, survey development, report writing, and APA style
Adjunct Instructor, Master’s in Higher Education Administration 1/17 – current
Created engaging instructional strategies f2f and online
Created curriculum, Instructed, and Assessed Courses: Assessment and Program Evaluation; Higher Education Public Policy; Higher Education Leadership
Adjunct Instructor, Graduate level, Clinical Counseling Psychology 9/11 – current
Career Development & Counseling
Created original curriculum for career development and counseling course
Taught graduate students career counseling theories and techniques
Facilitated individual career development for each student
Online Adjunct Instructor, Department of Arts & Sciences 7/09 – 11/10
Professional Studies, Kaplan University
Instructed an online academic strategies course
Conducted a synchronous online weekly class incorporating audio and multimedia
Provided a learning environment that supports student success
Administer and support course assessments and discussion boards
Maintained virtual office hours per week
Attended department and faculty meetings
Adjunct Professor 9/01-Present
Communication Department, William Paterson University Wayne, NJ
Develop and implement instructional materials
Apply technology to the classroom and conduct on-line classroom sessions
Incorporate a variety of teaching methods and strategies
Acknowledge for outstanding teaching skills and the ability to connect with the students
Teach Successful Business and Professional Communication, Public Speaking, Media Writing, Communication in Action, Mass Communication, Research, Freshman Seminar, University 100
Adjunct Professor, Public Health, Stress Management
Adjunct Professor, Kinesiology, Active Lifestyles for Health
Certified Instructor, Career Development Facilitator 7/06 – 12/07
National Career Development Association
Facilitated and instructed 100 hours of pre-existing curriculum approved by the NBCC
Guided career professionals in group and individual activities
Fostered a professional teaching environment
Instructor/Consultant 7/00-12/06
Human Resources Department, William Paterson University Wayne, NJ
Trained faculty, staff and administrators on how to develop and maintain university websites
Taught the university community how to create newsletters on the computer and create publications on MS Publisher
Instructed soft skills training seminars on time management, project management, and public speaking
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS
NACADA Global Conference, 9/18
“Generation Z: Tell Us Your Story”
National Career Development Association, International Conference, 6/18
“Apps Technology Engagement”
Intellectual Discussions, Walden, 1/18
“Conducting a Mock Interview”
WP – Poster Presentation, 3/18
“Engaging Students: incorporating Technology”
NCDA International Conference, 6/17
“Generation Z Students”
NACADA State Conference, 6/17
“Advising Generation Z Students”
AAACE, National Conference, 10/15
“Engaging Adult Learners”
National Career Development Association, National Conference, 6/14
“Sailing into the Next Century: Bringing Your Parents on Board”
WPUNJ Scholarships Day, 5/13
“Fruits and Vegetables: Summer Camp Social Marketing”
NACADA Conference, 3/13
“Technical Tools for Academic Advisement”
AAACE International Conference, 11/12
“Self-Efficacy and Counselors’ Technical Skills”
Career Services Virtual Conference, InternBridge, 1/12
“Engaging and Connecting with Faculty”
Professional Enrichment Series, Costas College of Business, 2006-present
“LinkedIn and Social Networking”
“Social Networking and Career Development”
“Listening Skills”
“Incorporating Multi-media into Presentations”
“Enhancing Public Speaking Skills”
“Interviewing Skills”
Professional Development Day, College of Education, WPUNJ, 2004 - present
“Developing your Presentation Skills”
“Speed Interviewing”
Irvington Family Center, 2008 - 2013
“Workforce Development”
“Women Transitioning into the Workforce”
2007 Eastern PA Drive-In Conference
“Engaging Your Audience with Interactive Presentations”
2008 New Jersey Drive-In Conference, NACADA, 5/08
“Engaging Your Audience”
2008 NACADA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference, 4/08
“Engaging Your Audience”
District 46 Spring Conference, Toastmasters, 5/02
“Effectively Incorporating PowerPoint into Presentations”
Sister-to-Sister Conference, William Paterson University
“Interviewing: Communicating Your Image”
New York Association of Speech and Hearing Association
43rd Annual Convention, 3/02
“Successful Job Search Strategies”
ASSESSMENTS
Created; General Education – Faculty Survey; General Education, current
Created/Implemented/Analyzed; General Education – Focus Group; Civic Engagement, 2018
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; General Education - Technology Intensive, 2016
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; General Education - Quantitative Perspective, 2016
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; General Education - Scientific Perspective, 2016
Created/Implemented/Analyzed; University Core Curriculum, Writing Intensive, Student, 2015
Review Committee Leader, CAS Career Services, 2014
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; University Core Curriculum – Two Years Out, Faculty Survey, 2013
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; CDAC Appointment Tracking, 2012-2013
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; New Program – Advisor Satisfaction, 2011-2012
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; New Location – Advisor Satisfaction, 2010-2011
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; Resume Rubric, 2011
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; Nursing Fair – Focus Group, 2010
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; Majors/Minors Day, 2010
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; Pre-test and Post-test, First Year Seminar, 2009
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; University Engagement, 2008
Created/ Implemented/ Analyzed; Workshop Evaluations, 2008
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Ethics Content Expert, National Association of Colleges and Employers
National Faculty Member/Career Coaching, NACE
Technology Committee Member, NCDA
Conference Committee Member, AAACE
Proposal Reviewer, AAACE, 4 years
Member, International Association of Distance Teaching
Member, National Association of Adult Education
Member, American Counseling Association
Member, National Career Development Association
Member, New Jersey Association of Counseling
Member, National Association of College Advisors
Previous Area 12 Governor, Toastmasters International
VP of Membership, NJACE
Previous Secretary/Member, New Jersey Association of Colleges and Employers
Previous World Record Holder/Member, United States Masters Swimming
COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT
Professional Representative, Faculty Senate, 2 years to present
Co-Chair, UCC Council, 5 years to present
Member, Faculty Senate, GE/UCC Council, 7 years to present
Committee Member, UCC Assessment Committee, 7 years
Member, Faculty Senate, Undergraduate Council, 3 years
Secretary, Registration and Advisement Committee, Faculty Senate
Volunteer, Registration for Undeclared Students
Member, E-mail and Web Committee
Instructor/Trainer, Web Page Maintenance and Design
Mentor, Career Development Center Staff Member
Speaker, OME, EOF, Admissions, Education Department, Nursing Department, Leadership Program, Athletic Department
TRAINING/MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Train and oversee graduate assistants, interns, and graduate interns
Manage and train the student peer counselors
Responsible for the information management of a database of over 11,000 students, over 7,000 employers, and over 1,000 web-job listings
Managed several computer systems migrations
Presented workshops on Netscape, Internet Searches, WordPerfect, HTML coding, web page development, PowerPoint, Public Speaking and Publisher
Responsible for implementing and managing migration process to new office computer system
Directed and motivated adults in strategy implementation
Instructed large and diverse groups on career related issues
Hired, trained and evaluated over fifteen instructors
Taught/coached children and adults swimming
Originator of newsletters including: interviewing, writing and designing
Increased program profits by over 200%
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ADD and ADHD, 12/18
Autism Awareness in College, 10/18
Counseling Ethics, 3/18
Domestic Violence Response Team, 5/13
Certificate, Basic Certified Coaching, 12/11
Participant, NACE Career Coaching Institute, 6/10
Attendee, Veteran’s Training for College Advisors, 5/10
Student, Personality Assessment, Clinical Psychology Program, William Paterson University, 12/04
Student, Community Resource Counseling, On-line, Special Education and Counseling, WPUNJ, 7/04
Participant, Writing Across the Curriculum Workshop, 1/04
Participant, BlackBoard Institute, 6/03
Student, Online Techniques for Corporate Instructors, New York University
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficiency in Dream Weaver, SPSS, BlackBoard, Tegrity, Prezi, Internet Searches, HTML coding, web page development, Resume Management, Employer/Job Listings PowerPoint, WordPerfect, MS Word, Internet Explorer, Windows NT, Access, Excel and Publisher
Noted for trouble shooting ability, problem determination and effective communication
Designed websites, newsletters, flyers, banners and business cards
Created and maintained three original home pages utilizing emacs, HTML coding, HTML Write and Dream Weaver
Self-taught various software applications and installed software
Organized and implemented an Internet resume referral service with over 10,100 accounts, which increased user usage significantly
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Scholarship Reviewer, Walden University, 3 years
Parent Council, Secretary; Hofstra University, 2 years
Board Member, Fayson Lakes Swim Club, 5 years
League Delegate, Lakeland Swim Conference, 5 years
Official, Swimming, 5years
Scholarship Reviewer, Kinnelon High School, 3 years
Chaperone, Teen Canteen, 3 years
WPUNJ – Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, 13 years
EDUCATION
Capella University, Ph.D., Adult and Post-Secondary Education, 2011
Emphasis: Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Instructional Strategies, Program Evaluation
Capella University, Post-Masters Certification in College Teaching, March 2009
Management Leadership Institute, Higher Education Certificate
Richmond University, July 2000
MA, Counseling, Concentration: Higher Education; May 1995
Montclair State University; Upper Montclair, NJ
REFERENCES
Nancy Weiner, Librarian
William Paterson University
Served as Tri-chair, UCC Council
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Cathy Bertani, Co-Teacher
Communication Department
William Paterson University
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Alexander Corsillo, Assistant Director/Career Development
William Paterson University
Served as supervisor for graduate internship
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