JOHN MEJIA

Porterville CA, 93257 ~ John.M.Mejia14@gmail.com ~ (559) 202-9721

HIGHER EDUCATION: MENTORING/JOB COACHING/STUDENT LIFE AFFAIRS

Language: Bilingual in English and Spanish; Translator
Diversity: Multicultural communication skills, 5+ years’ work with diverse students at different levels of education
Communication: Built rapport with students and families, creating positive learning environment
Leadership: Adaptable leader of diverse groups with the ability to be a contributing team player
Time-Management: Meet deadlines in a timely fashion and prioritize duties easily
Problem Solver: Approach issues with an analytical viewpoint and research all data before coming to a solution
Interpersonal Communication: Communicative and perceptive when building professional relationships
Computer: Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, Navigate, Google Applications, and Zoom

EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Higher Education, Administration and Leadership Expected May 2022
California State University, Fresno
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology May 2019
California State University San Marcos (CSUSM)

EXPERIENCE
Job Development Specialist, Title V
Office of Instruction, Porterville College, Porterville, CA May 2021 – Present
• Identify and contact employers to determine the numbers and types of employment opportunities for student
employment, and research and perform analysis of market data relational to economic data
• Assist in the development of job training services strategy, identify the characteristics of jobs, and determine
accessibility of jobs to student employment
• Conduct job search assistance workshops, provide resume/cover letter assistance, and advise students of
appropriate interview technique, dress, and related employer expectations
• Research, compile, analyze and summarize data for special projects, programs, and various comprehensive reports
• Accept and review student applications for placement referrals, interview student clients to determine education,
training and interest, and screen applicants to determine qualifications for job orders
• Connect students with job, internship, and/or volunteer placements within businesses and organizations

Program Technician, Title V

Student Services, Porterville College, Porterville, CA Mar 2020 – May 2021
• Assisted students with Student Lending Services and answered questions regarding services and equipment
• Collaborated with other departments on campus
• Compiled reports and analyzed data for meetings and updates on services to stakeholders
• Created and sent mass emails to students with updates and instructions regarding requests
• Provided excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and administrators
• Utilized Navigate System for analyzing data, contacting students, and creating reports

WorkAbility III Job Developer Jan 2020 – May 2021

Access and Ability Center, College of the Sequoias, Visalia, CA
• Maintained contact with new and existing businesses and provided excellent customer service
• Assessed and evaluated student’s job strengths, abilities, and possible barriers
• Developed a customized job search plan to help students secure and retain competitive community employment
• Maintained current knowledge of changes in the local community with respect to labor market trends, income
levels, the business community, and other community agencies
• Researched for job leads and outreached to employers and organizations to connect students to opportunities
• Followed-up with employers and organizations to update job order information
 • Assisted in monthly meetings and annual program goals/objectives
• Met annual individual placement and persons served

XL College and Career Ambassador Aug 2019 – Mar 2020

ProYouth Expanded Learning, Visalia, CA
• Collaborated with high school guidance counselors, school-site administration, and ProYouth program staff to
deliver college and career readiness services to fit student needs
• Developed, coordinated, and executed programming for college and career readiness workshops
• Supervised student tutors, coordinate schedules and manage timesheets
• Worked collaboratively with XL Coordinator and Site Director to perform outreach and promote awareness of
available services
• Marketed services by creating promotional flyers highlighting events and presentations

Peer Mentor June 2018 – May 2019

Educational Opportunity Program, California State University San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
• Worked one-on-one with low-income first-generation students to create an academic success plan using the
SMART Goal framework
• Tracked and monitored student progress towards achieving their goals
• Educated EOP students about on-campus resources and developing success strategies
• Provided perspective from recent experience, an understanding of student struggles, and a support to ease the new
transition
• Developed, coordinated, and executed administrative programming for community building events

Mentor Feb 2019– May 2019

SOLE Effects, Poway, CA
• Worked one-on-one with 9th grade high school students to further develop their critical interpersonal and life skills
• Facilitated group discussions and engage students in team-building activities
• Served as influential role model by sharing stories of life’s challenges to help navigate new perspectives and
instill confidence in students
• Aided youth in learning how to identify anger and aggressive behavior triggers
• Provided tension management strategy skills
• Established and maintained trusting relationship with students
Peer Coach Aug 2016 – May 2018
Latin@ Center, California State University San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
• Performed office reception responsibilities at the Latin@ Center serving over 800 student visits on a weekly basis
• Greeted visitors, provided referrals, and answered questions from students
• Developed, coordinated, and executed administrative programming of projects held with other organizations,
faculty, and staff at CSUSM
• Worked independently on programming and managing budget for projects on academic, cultural, and financial
workshops

Orientation Team Leader Feb 2016 – Sept 2016

CSUSM Orientation Team, California State University San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
• Assisted student to create class schedules and utilizing class registration tools
• Acquainted new students with campus services and building locations
• Facilitated group discussions on college transition issues for incoming freshmen, transfer students and families

Outreach Student Assistant Feb 2015 – Dec 2016

Early Outreach Program, California State University San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
• Conducted personal tours of CSUSM with K-8th grade students
• Delivered oral and visual PowerPoint presentations about obtaining higher levels of education