Summary
Work History
Education
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References
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James Selje

James Selje

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Experienced academic professional with a versatile background, including roles as a resident assistant and in customer service. Known for adaptability, strong communication skills, and a dedicated commitment to enhancing experiences in an academic and community context.

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

University Of British Columbia
01.2023 - 01.2023
  • Gathered, organized, and entered data into IBM SPSS software for years 1998, 2003 and 2010
  • Survey that examined lives, actions, and social and cultural contexts of individuals

Fulfillment Team Member

Target
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Adhered to safety processes and procedures when stocking store to avoid falls and other injuries
  • Consistently surpassed store expectations by retrieving 400-500 items per shift from sales floor for order pick-up
  • Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse
  • Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments
  • Verified inventory and selected products from specific locations based on availability

Resident Assistant

Housing and Residence Life
01.2018 - 05.2021
  • Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environments and maintained strong relationships with residents
  • Attended, participated, and contributed to weekly staff meetings addressing resident needs
  • Counseled peers on career, academic, and personal concerns
  • Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and social programs 4-5 times per term
  • Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints, and convey information about policy changes
  • Implemented and enforced university and campus housing policies
  • Led by example through mature behavior consistent with university regulations and rules
  • Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols
  • Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests
  • Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents
  • Supported diverse needs of students within residential community

Conference Assistant

Housing and Residence Life
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Attended staff meetings daily
  • Lead building tours for Orientation families
  • Oversaw multiple daily duties of mail, ordered supplies, delivered correspondence, and oversaw inventory
  • Participated as working member of two separate task forces
  • Performed security, fire safety, and crisis management procedures each week

General Merchandise Expert

Target
03.2017 - 05.2020
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly, and escalated major issues to supervisor
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts

Education

Master of Education - Higher Education (Completed)

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
12.2021

Skills

  • Administrative & Support Services
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Qualitative Research
  • Relationship Development
  • Team-Oriented Personality
  • Time Management

Accomplishments


  • Awarded 2020-2021 UWEC Resident Assistant of the Year
  • Analyzed primary sources from The Special Collections and Archives Dept Of UWEC McIntyre Library
  • Helped raise scholarship money for Latinx Student Association
  • Participated in RA Selection Committee, facilitated group interviews
  • Published edits to Wikipedia page “1967 Milwaukee Riot”
  • Worked collaboratively to survey student opinions on racial incidents that took place on campus at UWEC

References

Amy Metcalfe

Professor

Department of Educational Studies

University of British Columbia

(604) 822-5331 | amy.metcalfe@ubc.ca


Dora Lau

Manager, Academic and Administrative Services

Department of Gerontology 

Simon Fraser University

(604) 771-2688 | doracylau@gmail.com


Ginette Vallée

Senior Manager, Academic Portfolio

Office of the Associate Dean, Academic

The University of British Columbia

(604) 822- 4139 | ginette.vallee@ubc.ca




Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

University Of British Columbia
01.2023 - 01.2023

Fulfillment Team Member

Target
06.2021 - 07.2022

Conference Assistant

Housing and Residence Life
05.2020 - 08.2020

Resident Assistant

Housing and Residence Life
01.2018 - 05.2021

General Merchandise Expert

Target
03.2017 - 05.2020

Master of Education - Higher Education (Completed)

University of British Columbia

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

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