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Joseph O'Connor

@josephoconnor

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Civic education specialist with expertise in project management and outreach.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters civic engagement and allows for creative project management.

I am a dedicated Civic Education Specialist with a strong background in public affairs and a passion for enhancing civic engagement among students. My experience at the Indiana Bar Foundation has allowed me to develop innovative scoring systems for civic education competitions, utilizing JotForm and Google Sheets to streamline the process and improve efficiency. I take pride in managing statewide programs that impact thousands of K-12 students, including initiatives like Mock Trial and the United States Senate Youth Program.

In addition to my role in civic education, I have contributed to the Indiana Civic Education Task Force, where I collaborated with business and elected leaders to address civic health challenges in our state. My analytical skills have been instrumental in reporting on the effectiveness of our programs, ensuring we reach our target demographics effectively. I am also proficient in various technical tools, including Microsoft Office 365 and WordPress, which I leverage to enhance communication and outreach efforts.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Civic Education Specialist

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Indiana Bar Foundation

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)

As a Civic Education Specialist, I developed scoring systems for civic education competitions and managed statewide programs for K-12 students. I recruited educators for workshops and analyzed data to assess program effectiveness.

Google Sheets Project Management Data Analysis Web Design Microsoft Office 365 Advanced Excel Civic Education

Civic Education Task Force Manager

Indiana Bar Foundation

Jan 2021 - Feb 2021 (1 month)

Managed the creation of the 2020 Indiana Civic Education Task Force Report, collaborating with leaders to address civic health issues and contributing to the Indiana Civic Health Index.

Civic Education Data Analysis Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Public Policy Communication

Investigative Unit Intern

Indiana Civil Rights Commission

Jul 2019 - Aug 2019 (1 month)

As an intern, I composed Notices of Findings for discrimination cases and corrected errors in documentation, ensuring accuracy for final reviews.

Research Documentation Communication

Campaign Intern

Indiana Republican Party

Jul 2018 - Aug 2018 (1 month)

Conducted canvassing and phone banking to gather voter information and enhance electoral metrics, while volunteering at public events to promote party candidates.

Canvassing Data Collection Communication Public Relations Event Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Indiana University

Bachelor of Science, Public Affairs

2015 - 2019

Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs with a focus on Law & Public Policy, complemented by a minor in Spanish. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of public affairs and policy-making processes.