Mark T. Shaffer
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Career Objective:
To obtain a position that will utilize my leadership, organizational skills, and analytical skills in an educational or business setting.
Professional Experience:
Chicago State University, Chicago IL
Senior Enrollment/Transfer Specialist
April 2017-December 2019
Increased undergraduate enrollment through coordinated, planned and data driven recruitment
Represented Chicago State University at high school, community college, university programs and events
Assisted with planning and implementation of university on-and-off campus programs
Assisted with marketing and relationship-building with high school, community colleges and universities
Made admission decisions regarding freshman and transfer applicants
Created and implemented recruitment strategies to increase enrollment
American Intercontinental University, Chicago IL
Admissions Advisor
June 2014-November 2016
Conducted interviews via telephone and e-mail correspondence to prospective students to identify and determine their educational needs, concerns and interests.
Evaluated the prospective student needs, interests and qualifications while providing clear and concise information
Professionally assisted prospective students through the admissions process in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations, school policies and procedures, and in compliance with all accrediting standards and requirements
Partnered with departments outside of Admissions including Financial Aid and the office of the Registrar to ensure the delivery of a high level of service to every student
Developed a rapport with prospective students and maintain contact with them frequently.
Ensured compliance with applicable University policies and procedures
Labor of Love, Chicago IL
Music Teacher
September 2010-June 2014
Helped students to understand basic principles of music theory
Introduced the concept of creating music
Provided instrumental private instruction
Assessed students and helping to choose an instrument
South Side Help Center, Chicago IL
Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist
February 2011-July 2013
Organized and structured 1:1 and group mentoring programs for at risk youth ages 10-17
Coordinated school based alcohol and drug prevention efforts in Chicago area Public Schools
Developed and Administered pre-and post-tests and surveys to measure student outcomes
Presented drug and violence awareness programs to parents, teachers, and students
Education:
Chicago State University, Chicago IL
Master of Art in Higher Education Administration
May, 2017
Chicago State University, Chicago IL
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies minors in Music Education and Psychology
December, 2010
References and any additional information you may require will be furnished upon request.