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"MJ's performance was nothing short of impressive. From her acquisition and application of scientific knowledge, to her dedication to quality work, every aspect of MJ's skills and motivation are noteworthy." Student Teaching Advisor, Letter, 2011
With my strong background in engineering, STEM Education, healthcare, and human resources, I apply my diplomacy, problem-solving, compassion, integrity, attention to detail, and anticipation of needs.
"Mary Jean is attentive to detail, always looks for improvement, and is proactive and curious. I find her contributions and ideas to be highly valuable!" - Letter, 2022
Accomplishing tasks within a reasonable timeline
Leading inclusively
Developing and curating ideas that lead to progress
Supporting, motivating, and cultivating resources
Anticipating needs and developing solutions
Promoting scientific thinking
Utilizing diverse thought to solve problems
Seeking innovative solutions
Communicating explicitly and effectively to all stakeholders, including executives, clients, and communities
Maintaining a high level of confidentiality
Maintaining and/or developing technologies that support all of the above
"I will continue to endorse that you are bright and strive to make everything around you bright." Personal reference, 2006-present
Volunteer Executive Assistant Intern
Developed fun activities for residents
Contributed to improvement of fast-paced environment by answering phones with multiple lines and organizing the filing system
Executive Assistant Intern
Updated Emergency and Safety Manuals by coordinating with multiple managers and facilities
Assisted with day-to-day operations at the headquarters office
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Formerly knows as the Center for Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education (CSMATE), Colorado State University
Executive Assistant to the PI
Complied with tight budgets and required university, state, and federal policies
Received exceptional event evaluations on IT support, hospitality, and educational programs
Submitted state and federal grant proposals as well as follow up reports
Executive Assistant to the Director of Education Research
Information Technology and Education Research Intern
Completed Headless Build
Provided assistance on urgent needs such as fixing toilets and helping out in the kitchen
Compiled education research
Assisted with conference and event coordination
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Medical Assistant
Prepared visit notes for providers, including for the heads of two departments
Provided daily debriefs to providers
Responded to patients on behalf of providers
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Recommendation Letter from direct supervisor, Kate Trueheart, PA-C
Recommendation Letter from direct supervisor, Diane Tadehara, RN, CNC
Executive Assistant
Received raving reviews of my contributions and professionalism
Obtained exceptionally high numbers of survey responses for field study
Received requests to return to multiple events
VerticalXchange Executive Host
Executive Assistant to the Secretary General
Promote conferences, engagements, and publications
Produce Peaces Podcast
Manage Social Media
Culminated content for social media and creating a legacy for executive's retirement
"MJ's leadership is dynamic and proactive, and can be described as agile: she is not domineering, rather consistently solicits input in order to continually adapt and improve based on available resources." - Thomas Siller, Associate Professor, Civil Engineering, Letter, 2022
"Innovation is the result of people with diverse expertise and perspectives coming together, being able to collaborate, experiment together, and learn, and it is the leader’s job to create the structure required for that collaboration: shared purpose, shared values, and rules of engagement." ~ Dr. Linda Hill, Harvard Business School, on Think Fast Talk Smart
Managed international travel
Scheduled meetings
Developed and maintained website
Planned events
Championed fundraising
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Graduate Research Assistant
Scheduled Meetings
Took minutes at meetings
Assisted with editing publications
Distributed minutes and other publications
See STEM Research
Science Instructor
Developed engaging and accommodated curriculum
Utilized formative and summative Assessments
Provided support for students, colleagues, parents, and administration
See STEM Education
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Managed inventory, including supply delays through Covid
Maintained filing system of confidential documents
Assisted with online sales and inventory
Built strong partnerships with local business owners, managers, security, police, Downtown Salt Lake City Farmers Market, and SLC Downtown Alliance
Produced content for social media
Diagnosed and assisted in major store repairs
Completed tasks as part of remodel
Deep cleaning of the entire shop
Home electrical rewiring and new outlet placement
Supervised paint colors, wall and security camera placement
“Every action is an opportunity to lead that part of the process.” Officer Damar McCornell, Los Angeles Fire Department
Clinical Narrative (Writing Samples) for Autistic patient with criminal background
STEM-ERL* (Education Research Lunch)
“MJ continually expressed positivity and encouraged collaboration, generally improving morale, and is an effective agent of change.” Kiyomi Tebben, Clinical Nursing Educator, Letter, 2024
"MJ's interpersonal skills are impressive in that she is able to empathize with all parties involved, draw from her professional experiences, and provide instruction on diplomacy and communication techniques through engagement and encouragement." Personal Reference, Letter, 2022