Kervin
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http://www.abcstrathhaven.org/
Pillot
Summary
I have been involved with higher education since my undergraduate days as a student volunteer for various admissions office events. As an
alumni, I continued to be involved with the admissions process, which ultimately lead to my current position at NYU as an Admissions
officer.
I strive to integrate the most effective practices and tools in making the admissions process clearer and more efficient. Technology has
played a major role in my quest to develop the best communication strategies with parents, students, and counselors.
I also make it a point to volunteer my time (mostly with non-profits who deal with college access issues and community based organizations
that seek a better understanding of college admissions) by speaking on panels or working with students and families on realizing their
potential for college.
Specialties
Public speaking, higher education access issues, cultural competency, problem solving, etc.
Skills
Higher Education
Microsoft Office
Public Speaking
Writing
Social Media
Spanish
Blogging
Presentations
Problem Solving
Experience
New York University
Assistant Director/ Senior Admissions Officer
06 / 2011 - Present
• Part of the Stern School of Business team for application reading and lead liaison for the
Preston Robert Tisch Center for Hospitality, Tourism, and Sports Management • Part of a
committee that identifies and recruits students for special scholars programs • Represent and
market NYU to potential students and foster guidance counselor relationships in Mexico,
Central America, South America, and the Caribbean • Conduct first assessments for all
international applicants of my travel regions • Part of the Speech Training Committee for new
hires to prep them for their presentation of the University to the general public
NYU
Assistant Director/ Admissions Officer
08 / 2008 - 06 / 2011
• Represent and market NYU to potential students at on-campus and off-campus recruitment
events; cultivate relationships with students, parents, and guidance counselors to encourage a
positive response and interest in NYU and promote NYU specific schools, programs, and
opportunities
• Advise on the application process, University and School programs, academic requirements,
financial aid options, housing, and other student services
• Part of the College of Arts and Science team for general liberal arts applicants, international
applicants, and processing of transfer credits in the Fall and Spring
• Perform quantitative research to progressively track and analyze admission statistics in order
to create and yield the best class possible
• Led an application referral process between the College and the Polytechnic Institute of NYU
• Lead several initiatives within the office to improve our technological capabilities,
professional development opportunities; and our aptitude in customer service
• Part of committee that identifies and recruits students for special scholars programs
• Primary travel territories were several parts of Texas and all of Northern Connecticut
JPMorgan
Paralegal I
04 / 2007 - 08 / 2008
Private Bank legal team supporting the Alternative Investments Group (“AIG”). The AIG
identifies, performs due diligence and markets to Private Bank clients of alternative investments
such as private equity funds, hedge funds, real estate funds and other investment vehicles. In
particular, my responsibilities include the following:
• Review and approve documents relating to subscriptions to and transfers of interests in
private funds; work with bankers to correct any errors
• Legal assistance in marketing process, including responding to questions about legal and
regulatory qualifications for investing
• Assist attorneys in drafting and reviewing fund documents and other communications
Reed Smith
Case Assistant
10 / 2006 - 04 / 2007
Reed Smith represents many of the world’s leading companies in complex litigation and other
high-stakes disputes, cross-border and other strategic transactions, and crucial regulatory
matters. In particular, my responsibilities while I was there include the following:
•Edit and proofread contracts; conduct due diligence and reports; met with clients; process
client invoices; assist in closing of deals; handle confidential and sensitive information; and
provide daily administrative support for attorneys
• Responsible for corporate governance procedures (i.e., board resolutions, meeting minutes,
etc.) of several legal entities and assist in their preperation for audit
Education
New York University
Cornell University
MA , Higher Education and Student Affiars
2011 - 2013
B.A , Government with a concentration in International Relations;
2002 - 2006
Minor in Latino Studies
Quill
and Dagger Senior Honor Society
Associations
NEACAC, OACAC, NYSACAC, NAFSA, NASPA