Skills and Aptitudes
- Experience with and knowledge of Java, Javascript, SQL, Shell
- Skilled in data structures and database development
- Skilled in Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, Premier and Canva
- Experience working in a fast-paced and result-oriented environment
- Quick learner, meticulous, inquisitive and punctual
- Self-motivated, dedicated, great team player
- Positive attitude, personable, trustworthy, considerate
Work Experience
Rural Municipality of Oakview (Oakview, MB) July to November 2024
Administrative Assistant
Provided frontline customer service and administrative support to the RM Office.
Tended to and directed inquiries from clients and customers, tended to regular office correspondence, organized and filed documents.
Using Microsoft Assyst, received and processed utility and property tax payments
Calculated regular bank deposits
Using the Titan GPS system, tracked vehicle use and maintenance alerts and summarized this data in regular reports to the RM council
Provincial Exhibition (Brandon, MB) 2022 – 2024
Administrative Assistant
Provided frontline customer service and administrative support to the Provincial Exhibition
Greeted customers, answered calls and emails, assisted walk-in clients and helped clients with questions,
Managed event calendar,
Provided administrative support, including updating and maintaining the website, organizing meetings with staff and directors, recording meetings, drafting minutes for review by the General Manager and the President,
Developed videos as signage for events, liaised between the Provincial Exhibition and Keystone Catering,
Performed other duties as assigned and helped staff with computer operating issues.
Westwood Ranch & Garden Centre (Kola, MB) 2017 – 2022
General Labourer
Cleaned animal pens, fed a variety of different exotic animals,
Provided landscaping support
Facilitated tours, handled cash transactions, operated heavy equipment (tractor); and conducted general tasks as necessary.
Manitoba Liquor Control Commission (Virden, MB) 2021
Seasonal Employee (Term)
Operated POS system, performed age verification of customers, stocked and arranged product on shelves, cleaned surfaces regularly.
Prior to 2021
Held a range of positions providing services including general labour, in-stock associate, shipping and receiving support, etc. with companies, including Aqua Splash Pools & Spas, Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba, Walmart Canada, and Pizza Hut Restaurant.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science & Math
Brandon University (2020)
Courses completed:
Data Base Systems Discrete Structures Web Technology, Systems Programming Artificial Intelligence. Digital Computing Fundamentals
Trained in Java 8, JavaScript, SQL, Shell
Completed a project that had two algorithms sort through Malware data.
Completed a project that created a simulated video game boss battle
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology & Religion
Brandon University (2013)
Courses completed:
Ethnographic Research Cultural, Social Change & Methodology, Religious Pluralism, Anthropology of Religion, Anthropological Theory, Physical Anthropology
Volunteerism
Brandon Human Society – 2017 to 2018
Summary of Mind Map Results
- Work Ethic: Is punctual and motivated to learn and contribute
- Approaching Tasks: highly competent and intelligent in thinking through assigned tasks, especially if within his skillset and knowledge base – novel tasks may require more time and energy with interactive discussion to ensure common understanding of expectations and goals
- Accuracy: excellent ability to produce desired results when mentorship and clear instructions and expectations are shared
- Efficiency: excellent productivity and ability to persevere through both enjoyable and tedious tasks. New, unfamiliar or highly complex tasks may require more time and energy to master
- Proficiency: skill and expertise in a wide range of areas including numeracy, software development, critical thinking and analytical reasoning.
- Mindfulness: mindful of self and others, positively contributes to the workplace
- Involvement: Motivated to achieve or exceed desired outcomes. Provide mentorship on the job to help guide and form a common understanding of workplace dynamics and reporting structures
- Authority and Teamwork: Can work independently and in small team environments – enjoys working in multidisciplinary teams
Success Factors
To optimize his performance on the job, Shane will benefit from mentorship, time to learn and master new responsibilities and a clear understanding of expectations and goals.