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Communications and Resource Associate (October 2002 — April 2005) <br />Dakota Woodlands (3430 Wescott Woodlands, Eagan, MN 55123) <br />• Responsible for writing, editing and producing quarterly newsletter, electronic news, annual <br />report, and marketing materials. <br />• Created and managed special events, promoted organization to media outlets and served as <br />public relations figure to community. <br />• Prepared and edited grant applications and proposals for projects. <br />• Researched fundraising prospects and determined likelihood of funding. <br />• Worked with community groups and local businesses to develop sustainable support for shelter. <br />Education <br />Master of Public Administration • Hamlin University • May 2005 <br />Bachelor of Arts (English /Business) • Northern State University • May 2001 <br />Certificates <br />Leadership Academy • Minnesota Pollution Control Agency • June 2009 <br />Public Participation • International Association for Public Participation • March 2007 <br />Facilitation Training • Management Analysis and Development, Department of Administration • April <br />2006 <br />Awards <br />Voyageur Award, Leadership • Minnesota Pollution Control Agency • July 2009 <br />Award of Excellence, MPCA New Employee Orientation Guide • Minnesota Association of Government <br />Communicators • April 2008 <br />Award of Merit, MPCA Public Information Campaign • Minnesota Association of Government <br />Communicators • April 2008 <br />Computer Skills <br />Macintosh and PC platforms — Adobe Creative Suite, QuarkXPress, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, <br />Access, Publisher, PowerPoint) <br />References <br />Available upon request. <br />6 <br />