Rachel Toepfer
MonsonMonson
Summary
A passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and a dedicated student of American politics. I am a dynamic professional with experience at the United States Senate who is adept at policy analysis and multitasking. With a proven ability to enhance team performance through effective training and support, I am skilled in managing schedules and building coalitions. My experience has allowed me to ensure efficient operations and high satisfaction rates among stakeholders.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Assistant
Rutgers Residence Life
08.2023 - Current
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquiries while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
Intern
United States Senate
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported staff members in their daily casework, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs such as VOICE, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Maintained accurate records of casework information in a tracking system, ensuring efficient data retrieval for future reference.
Deputy Convention Director
The Democratic Party of Massachusetts
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of vendor resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive virtual training programs for convention delegates, staff, and interns.
- Designed and ordered Volunteer shirts, signage, and stickers for convention purposes.
- Boosted delegate satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management; email communication and phone banking.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Women And Gender Studies
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2025
Skills
- Time management
- Team player
- Supportive
- Activity planning
- Coalition building
- Schedule management
- Policy analysis
- Computer skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Interpersonal and social skills
Accomplishments
Interviewed by Stephanie Ruhle from MSNBC News: "Young Voters could decide the 2024 Election," October, 2024
Timeline
Intern
United States Senate
06.2024 - 08.2024
Resident Assistant
Rutgers Residence Life
08.2023 - Current
Deputy Convention Director
The Democratic Party of Massachusetts
04.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Women And Gender Studies
Rutgers University
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