Emergency Management Resident Assistant
Resume:
Matthew Arthur
Newport News, VA 23606
adm8jx@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION
Christopher Newport University Newport News, Virginia
Bachelors of Arts in American Studies and Political Science May 2021
●Concentration in Constitutional Studies
●Minors in Leadership Studies and United States National Security Studies
●Dean’s List (Fall 2017, Fall 2020, & Spring 2021)
●President’s Leadership Program Graduate (2021)
●Service Distinction (200+ hours of community service)
●CNU Study Abroad - London, England (Summer 2017)
●Brother of Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity: Operational Fundraising Coordinator and Judicial Board Representative
●Member of Omicron Delta Kappa; National Leadership Honors Society
●Graduate of CNU’s Emerging Leaders Program (2017)
●Participate in CNU’s Summer Scholars Program (2017): The Rise of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Regime
WORK EXPERIENCE
CNU President’s Leadership Program Newport News, Virginia
University Fellow June 2021 - Present
●Assisted with University Events (Chinese Exchange students, Senior Week, Commencement, etc.) and University Fellow events (Life After College series, University Fellow Info Sessions, etc.)
●Conducted Student Success Meetings and enter meeting notes in SIS Tracker
●Collaborated with PLP Coordinator and LAMS Faculty representatives in the selection and preparation of participants for the International Leadership Association conference in Geneva
●Assisted the coordination of various reports including those for the Vice President of Student Affairs / Dean of Students, the Board of Visitors, and Annual Reports
●Conferred with PLP Assistant Director to advise one PLP Lead Ambassador and oversee group of Ambassadors coordinating projects related to leadership development
Center for American Studies Newport News, Virginia
Junior Fellow March 2018 - May 2021
●Organized and managed large-scale conferences and events (Homeland Security Symposium, Constitution Day Debates, etc.)
●Enhanced analytical writing and researching skills
●Demonstrated multitasking and time management skills when assisting in office management and administrative responsibilities
●Practiced oral presentation skills
●Completed all tasks and assignments in a timely manner
CNU Residence Life Newport News, Virginia
Resident Assistant August 2019– May 2021
●Demonstrated leadership skills when addressing issues and documenting incidents (University policy violations, Title IX incidents, maintenance work orders, etc.)
●Became proficient with Google Suite
●Demonstrated rational decision making when resolving issues
●Gained insight into emergency management and organizational operations
●Developed a strong sense of reliability among residents and fellow staff members
Fear 2 Freedom Newport News, Virginia
Database Management Intern August 2020 - April 2021
●Developed strong attention to detail skills when analyzing financial and organizational data
●Responsible for updating and managing organization’s financial records
●Updated donor rooster and contact information
●Assisted in balancing budgets and accounts, mailing lists, and events calendar
●Enhanced multitasking skills when handling several projects simultaneously
Nonprofit Intern May 2020 - August 2020
●Gained insight and experience in the nonprofit sector
●Responsible for assisting staff with day-to-day business and office operations
●Learned how to help assist survivors and how to educate students on sexual violence and prevention
●Enhanced computer knowledge and experience when working remotely
●Demonstrated strong networking skills when connecting with new community partners
United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C.
Congressional Intern June 2019 - August 2019
●Developed and enhanced multitasking skills when completing tasks and assignments in a timely manner
●Experience with Fireside21
●Practiced clear and articulate communication and listening skills when addressing constituents about the concerns regarding certain legislation and political matters
●Demonstrated keen attention to detail skills when drafting reports to the Congressman and his staff
●Became proficient with Microsoft Office
Virginia House of Delegates Fredericksburg, Virginia
Field Director June 2017 - June 2019
●Organized teams to canvas the district and surrounding areas
●Analyzed polling statistics to help create campaign strategies and strategic planning
●Remained calm and collected during high stress situations and exchanges
●Improved morale of campaign staff and volunteers with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
●Demonstrated leadership skills in group and individual projects
ADDITIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
●Eagle Scout (2013)
●Order of the Arrow (2011)
●Assisted in the creation of several new clubs and organizations at Christopher Newport University
●Recipient of the Frederick Douglass American Dream Award from the American Studies Department at Christopher Newport University (2021)
●Conducted undergraduate research under Dr. Nathan Busch and Rear Admiral William McCarthy (ret.)
●Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity Brother of the Month (January 2019)
●Vice President of Internal Affairs for CNU Interfraternity Council (2020-2021)
●Nominated for Conflict Mediator of the Year (2020) and Outstanding Resident Assistant of the Year (2021)
●Certified in addressing and reporting Title VII and IX incidents for Christopher Newport University
●Several Letters-to-the-Editor published in the Free Lance Star
●Blog Post published for Fear 2 Freedom’s “Be the Change Blog”
SKILLS
●Outstanding leadership skills
●Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
●Strong written and verbal communication skills
●Keen attention to detail and analytical thinking
●Thrives in high stress, fast paced environments
●Superb organizational techniques
●Strong time management and multitasking skills
●Reliable on completing tasks and assignments in a timely manner
●Enhanced rational decision making and critical thinking expertise
●Demonstrated strong ability to work in group settings
●Trained in crisis and emergency management
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