Jensen A. DeGroot
Administrative Coordinator
Allen,TX
Summary
Passionate and positive go-getter, who is skilled in schedule coordination and administrative support. Driven to excel in all employment situations requiring initiative, resourcefulness and conflict resolution, but also willing to complete routine tasks. Excellent communication and relationship building skills. Dedicated to leading effective administrative teams and managing office operations with efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Carrollton Police Department
Carrollton, Texas
06.2018 - 11.2020
- Duties include general patrolling of assigned beat, traffic stops, responding to calls and taking thorough reports. Strong focus on de-escalation tactics.
- Community engagement and outreach through city and neighborhood sponsored events; meeting the public where they are with a focus on bridging the gap. Coordinated several “Bridging the Gap” events in lower income areas featuring multiple assisting resources available in the community.
Administrative Coordinator
American Heart Association/American Stroke Association
Dallas, Texas
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Manager of the My Research Legacy (MRL) Ambassador program. Create and execute recruiting, onboarding and engagement of MRL Ambassador strategy documents. Serve as key liaison for the Ambassadors.
- Provide administrative support for the Chief and team. Duties include scheduling and preparation of travel, coordinating meetings, expense reimbursement processing, budget tracking/reporting, contract management, as well as handling a variety of projects and tasks in support of the team and volunteers. Compose weekly analytics report for site traffic to the websites.
Executive Marketing Assistant
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
Dallas, Texas
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Construct monthly employee newsletter, company press releases, and other official company announcements. Manage all social media accounts and website. Correspond with graphics department on all marketing materials, social media, website graphics, and product logos.
- Plan, organize and prepare all marketing events and sponsorships. Assisted with the smooth completion of various projects and tasks without interruption to their timelines.
- Provide administrative support for the Chief Marketing Officer: duties include scheduling, preparation of travel, coordinating meetings, expense reimbursement processing and budget tracking/reporting.
Legislative and Communications Assistant
TX State Representative, Larry Gonzales
Austin, Texas
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Create weekly newsletter for legislative members, constituents, and website subscribers. Coordinate all social media exposure of the member. Organize annual fundraisers and further provide support with campaign duties.
- Provide administrative support including scheduling coordination, understanding constituent issues, and correspondence with public.
- Aid with legislative duties including creating daily bill analyses and meetings with stakeholders. Serve as key liaison for the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR 01.2011 - 05.2014
Skills
Administrative Support
Tech-savvy
Travel arrangements coordination
Meeting coordination
Inbound phone call handling
Project management experience
Marketing
Schedule and calendar management
Contract Management
De-escalation techniques
Elevator Pitch
- Selected for specialty assignment as rookie police officer, 2020.
- Received an award for Administrative Employee of the Quarter, 2017
- Worked as a District Staff Assistant for a US Congressman, 2014.
Hobbies
- Coaching basketball for underprivileged kids
- Playing with my 10 year old dog named Mocha
- Indulging in fantasy books, TV shows, and movies
- Fitness and playing sports
Timeline
Police Officer
Carrollton Police Department
06.2018 - 11.2020
Administrative Coordinator
American Heart Association/American Stroke Association
09.2015 - 06.2018
Executive Marketing Assistant
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
04.2015 - 09.2015
Legislative and Communications Assistant
TX State Representative, Larry Gonzales
09.2014 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Arts -
Ouachita Baptist University
01.2011 - 05.2014