Briana R.

Nelson
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70814 ● (225)-287-9358 ●bri_303@yahoo.com
EDUCATION
Louisiana State University (LSU), Baton Rouge, Louisiana December 2019
Master of Arts, Higher Education Administration

Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Education May 2016

Minor: Communication Studies

EXPERIENCE
Louisiana State University Career Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Career Coach: February 2019 – present
• Advise all aspects of the job search including interview preparation, networking, graduate school process, etc.
• Supervise and train 2 graduate assistants on career center protocol and procedures
• Advise students in identifying experiential learning, full time, and graduate school opportunities
• Coordinate and present career planning presentations to undergraduate and graduate students

Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana September 2017 – January 2019

Admissions Recruiter:
• Utilized BANNER to manage student enrollment data for appropriate admissions processing
• Identified target school for recruitment and coordinate with counselors to promote the university
• Worked in a team of 5 to plan on campus event for 2800 high school students to experience the university
• Supervised 15 work study students to ensure office tasks are completed
Freshman Seminar Instructor:
• Instructed class of 50 students on time management skills, career decision making, and test taking skills
• Facilitated interactive activities to promote student learning and growth in small groups
• Provided valuable and constructive feedback on assignments

Florida State University Career Center, Tallahassee, Florida August 2016 – May 2017
Career Advisor:
• Presented workshops to groups of 10 to 200 college students on career related topics
• Provided individuals with techniques for resume writing, interviewing, job search, and career fair preparation
• Prepared individual learning plans for clients detailing specific career related goals through one on one advising
• Utilized career related assessments to assist students in narrowing career paths
• Planed and promote career fairs for all students with more than 150 potential employers
• Supported students seeking work experience by evaluating interest, abilities, and skills to identify opportunities
Co-Instructor: Introduction to Career Development
• Instructed class of 35 students on career related topics including resume building and the job search process
• Engaged students in challenging and thoughtful discussions about career related topics
• Created a positive learning environment for a diverse population of students

Oak Point Fresh Market, Central, Louisiana January 2011 – July 2016
Front End Manager:
• Oversaw daily office operations for staff of 30 employees
• Supervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires
• Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials

Albemarle Corporation, Baton Rouge, Louisiana May 2015 – August 2015

Global Talent Management Intern:
• Created user guide for new employee training center
• Established and maintain relationships with hiring managers to understand current and future hiring needs
• Performed searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using internet recruiting database
• Reviewed resumes and qualifications to determine suitability of candidates