Stessy Cocerez
Lake Worth, FL 33461
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» Objective
To obtain a position that will enable me to effectively utilize and enhance my communication,
leadership, and organizational skills.
» Education
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
- Bachelor of Science in Geography, 2013
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
- Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems, 2018
» Skills
General
Customer service (in person and via phone/email); Communication skills (verbal/written); Record
keeping/file maintenance (physical and virtually); Computer & Phone skills (proficient); Data
collection/entry; Talented typist (~75 wpm); Supervisory experience; Web-based application
development/maintenance (WebAuthor proposal setup/upkeep; SAMIS client data performance
measurement collection setup/upkeep)
Applications
Experience with Microsoft Windows Operating System (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), ESRI
Software (ArcMap, ArcGIS Online), Graphics/Data Visualization Software (Adobe Illustrator, SnagIt,
Tableau Desktop/Public), Business Applications (Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, WebAuthor/SAMIS, Client
Track, Spherexx, CyberGrants), Google Apps (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Voice,
Sites)
Languages
Fluent in English and Spanish
» Work Experience
Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach, Florida
Planner I, September 2015 – Present
Full-time (~40 hours per week)
Provide technical/logistical support to project managers, nonprofit agencies, and advisory
boards; Coordinate data and information with other County departments and nonprofit agencies;
Prepare documents, memos, and advertisements for annual Notice of Funding Opportunities
(NOFO), public hearings, and public outreach events such as public forums; Assist management
with planning and research support activities; Compose correspondences related to planning and
evaluation; Assist nonprofits with implementation of data collection systems and provide
technical assistance with various client-level data collection databases; Create Tableau
visualizations and publish reports outlining results of nonprofit outcomes during the fiscal year;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, public officials,
governmental agencies and the general public; Prepare maps of the county as needed or
instructed to conduct research that will aide in decision-making
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Student Housing Solutions, LLC, Tallahassee, Florida
Assistant Property Manager, December 2012 – January 2015
Full-time (~40 hours per week / more hours appropriated during summer turnover season)
Attend manager meetings to provide input and planning ideas; Analyze current occupancy and
assist with future pricing; Collect and deposit money (rent, move-in costs, collection fees);
Compile and organize office files; File paperwork; Type up leases and do overviews with
upcoming residents and their guarantors; Ensure accuracy of pricing and move-in fees within
leases; Update resident information periodically; Train new employees; Attend special
marketing events; Develop marketing ideas for specials and to gain further recognition;
Communicate with current and potential residents via phone calls & emails; Conduct property
tours and engage with potential residents; Qualify applicants & guarantors; Follow up with
current property residents; Manage virtual potential leads via ILoveLeasing.com CRM (a
division of Spherexx); Update social media sites (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
Aramark (Papa John’s and POD Market), Tallahassee, Florida
Store Associate, November 2010 – January 2014
Part-time (~20-25 hours per week)
Open/close store; Maintain store appearance; Conduct inventory weekly, or as needed, and
ensure deliveries are accurate; Manage cash register and provide exceptional customer service;
Prepare nightly deposits; Attend special marketing events held throughout Florida State
University; Train new employees
Traffic Shoes, Boynton Beach, Florida
Third Keyholder Sales Associate, March 2008 – March 2010
Part-Time (~20 hours per week / more hours appropriated during peak holiday season)
Open/close store; Maintain store appearance; Assist with weekly deliveries and ensure they are
accurate; Manage cash register and provide exceptional customer service; Prepare daily deposits;
Train new employees and assist other local stores when short-staffed
» Activities
Third Place – South FL GIS Expo (Student Poster Presentations)(2018), Palm Beach County, FL
Six Sigma Participant as Subject Matter Expert (2018), Palm Beach County, Florida
Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Teen Mom Mentoring Program (2017), Palm Beach County,
Florida
Member of National Honor Society (2009), Lake Worth, Florida
Member of HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America) (2008), Lake Worth, Florida
Member of Key Club -), Lake Worth, Florida
Member of Environmental Club -), Lake Worth, Florida
Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity (2007), Boynton Beach, Florida
Volunteer, YMCA / Halloween at the Y (2007), Boynton Beach, Florida
Volunteer, SeaAngels Beach Cleanups (2007), Boynton Beach, Florida
Volunteer, Peggy Adams Humane Society of the Palm Beaches -), West Palm Beach,
Florida
» References
Available upon request
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