Sarah Candice Barnhart ● (951) 250-3661 ● Cbsarah3@gmail.

com

Personal Statement:
I am a university graduate with vast experience in administrative assistance, training, design development, technical competency,
professional independent discipline, and personal motivation. I have received recognition in work ethic, determination, persistence, and
communication skills. I am currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Instructional Science and Technology as a means to challenge my
professional growth and achieve my education goals.

WORK EXPERIENCE:
California State University, Monterey Bay Marina, CA May 2017 – Current
Admissions Specialist
 Downloading and uploading data into CMS using batch processing.
 Daily use of database software, application software, imaging software, labeling software, computer, triple monitors, mouse,
phone, and fax.
 Processing and performing quality control checks on all EDI transcript data, including: applications – domestic, international,
graduate, and undergraduate.
 Downloading, processing, and manually entering test scores, applications, and transcript data, while making sure all
transactions comply with criteria established by the CSU system and CSUMB practices and policies, as well as PeopleSoft
Data Standards.
 Processing fee waivers, and determines unknown school codes. Reviewing information on the application for admission and
requests additional information and/or documentation, as required. Communicating verbally and in written form regarding CSU
and CSUMB policies and procedures.
 Reviewing the validity of documents presented for admission by taking steps to identify falsified information, also, as necessary,
verifying graduation dates.
 Communicating to students and colleagues as necessary both within the office and throughout the university community,
coordinating with other work groups to gather routine information or solve problems.
 Assisting with supervision and prioritization of work assignments for student assistants.
 Handling sensitive student issues, while maintaining confidentiality as outline in the Department of Education’s Family
Educational and Privacy and Educational Code Chapter 13.
 Assisting with Admissions, Recruitment, Orientation, Open House, Admitted Student Reception, and other functions that
support CSUMB goals and objectives, as needed.
 Interdepartmental project testing for new processes (i.e. extensive weekly testing of functionality for new OCR, external
education page, and quick admit processes prior to implementation); • Managing an office email account that consists of
various requests, such as withdrawing applications and direct communication with students for DOB and SSN requests
 Creating job aids as necessary or per request
 Running and reporting data on multiple complex processes such as Quick Admits, Early Start (for both home and host
students), Mass Matriculation, and Enrollment Confirmations (some processes requires reporting to multiple departments)
 Running daily reports for duplicate IDs, as well as helping to resolve duplicate IDs, which includes creating applications,
transferring application data, and deleting applications
 Helping to resolve ERSS/ERSA errors; communicating to the Chancellor’s Office for IOC code requests to create new California
school codes, as well as creating codes for international and out-of-state institutions
 Correcting sensitive data such as EDI and application errors, which requires comprehending and translating data so that all
processes run correctly.

Underground Communications Inc. San Jose, CA June 2014 – May 2017

DIRECTOR – UGC Training Division
 Trained and supervised new employees.
 Division head for many administrative tasks as directed by management and operations.
 Project development of 2015 / 2016 training program, including research, production, and analyzing staff performance.
 Maintained training records of employees, including evaluation of employees on specialized company software and operations.
 Worked with accounting division in written budget proposals for training division.
 Heavy writing and design of training materials, including promotional recruiting, ecommerce materials, evaluation reports, and
training manual.
Silicon Valley Community Foundation Mountain View, CA November 2016 – January 2017
Gifts Associate
 Entered gift data and constituent information into enterprise systems, such as Raiser's Edge, ensuring timely and accurate daily
processing.
 Conducted due diligence and verified the compliance and data integrity of gift transactions.
 Created and maintained data files and logs. Provided timely, responsive and professional customer service throughout SVCF.
 Prepared gift acknowledgement letters and other correspondence, verifying accuracy before mailing. Assisted with filing,
copying, and special projects as needed.

Underground Communications LLC San Jose, CA November 2011 – June 2014

DISPATCHER – UGC Operations Division
 Fast analyzation skills of up-to-the-minute data regarding fire, water, and wind emergency damages.
 Multi-tasking skills for monitoring eight computer screens, requiring discretion and emergency decision-making ability.
 Composed a broad range of reports including weekly error percentages, data consolidation, and overall data review.
 Unsupervised independent worker requiring excellent skills in email, letter, and memo writing to management, clients, and staff.
 Employee of the month October 2012 and multiple recognitions by management for going above and beyond the call of duty.

Starcrest Products of California Perris, CA September 2008 – August 2010

TRAINER / TELEPHONE OPERATOR – Telephone Operations Division
 Trained new employees on specialized company software and daily work tasks.
 Awarded for the Increase of productivity in the seasonal months of November and December.
 Wrote company technical reports for the data entry division and trained to use various office machines.

Castle Park Entertainment Riverside, CA July 2005 – September 2008

TRAINER / OPERATOR – Ride Operations Division
 Trained staff on the ASTM International standards and IAAPA regulations regarding amusement ride safety.
 Operated complex machinery and practiced start, stop, emergency, and evacuation procedures.

COMPUTER SKILLS:
 60+ WPM typist.
 Advanced experience of Microsoft Office
 Advanced experience of Google Suite
 Advanced experience of Adobe Captivate instructional design software
 Advanced experience of Camtasia editing software
 Advanced experience with ORACLE PeopleSoft
 Vast knowledge of various social media applications.
 Specialized knowledge in various email platforms including Google Business, Thunderbird, and Sendgrid.
 Very comfortable using telephones, copiers, fax, and ecommerce applications.

EDUCATION:
 Master’s Degree, Instructional Science and Technology
California State University Monterey Bay, Seaside, CA Expected Graduation Date: December 2019
 Bachelors Degree of Arts, English
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA Graduation Date: May 2016
 Associates Degree in Science, Math and Science
Riverside City College, Riverside, CA Graduation Date: February 2010
Certification:
 TEFL
International TEFL and TESOL Training, 120-Hour Online Course Graduation Date: October 2016

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
Time Management Critical & Strategic Thinking Leadership Self Discipline Multicultural Sensitivity
AwarenessPlanning / Organization Problem Solving Interpersonal Skills Multitasking Abilities