Riley Ruiz
Forest
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in administration and crisis management at Liberty University. Proven ability to foster community and spiritual growth while effectively leading teams. Skilled in public speaking and Microsoft Office, with a commitment to reliability and adaptability in diverse environments. Achieved high resident engagement through innovative programming and mentorship.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Assistant
Liberty University
08.2024 - Current
- Promoted and sustained organic leadership by maintaining positive peer-leader relationships and supporting goals of each resident.
- Encouraged student participation in community and social university-sponsored programs.
- Observed and documented resident progress, reporting to the Residential Director.
- Maintained a supportive and engaging residence hall environment.
- Responsibilities include managing crises, fostering community through social and educational events, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and implementing the appropriate measures to confirm and protect the safety of students.
- Daily responsibilities included interacting with students to offer mentorship and support, upholding university policies, and addressing any concerns or crises that arise.
- Planned and executed hall events, participated in weekly RA meetings and training, and acted as a resource for students by connecting them with campus services.
On-Campus Student Recruiter
Liberty University
05.2024 - Current
- Scheduled and conducted campus tours (in-person or virtual).
- Opened & Closed the Hancock Welcome Center facility
- Scheduled Academic Appointments on behalf of prospective students
- Completed various projects and other assigned tasks such as but not limited to:
- Vehicle cleaning
- Cleaning Model Dorm Rooms
- Maintaining Hospitality Kitchen - Supported Recruitment events such as ExperienceLU, and DecideLU, and College for a Weekend
- Assisted with front desk and phone coverage, providing administrative support for the full-timers
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Supported the hiring process by assisting with interviews
Residential Shepherd
Liberty University
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Fostered spiritual growth and community within resident halls.
- Served as a mentor and role model to my peers, guiding them in living out their faith and building strong, supportive relationships.
- Oversaw a team of Community Group Leaders to cultivate a vibrant and healthy hall community.
- Well-grounded in Christian faith, articulate in sharing the gospel, and active in the local church.
- Withheld high standards of academic performance and personal conduct while fulfilling the leadership duties.
- Committed to various campus events while balancing spiritual, relational, and academic duties.
- In charge of all medical emergencies on the hall, working hand in hand with Residential Assistants to manage crises and maintain a healthy community.
Camp Counselor/Facilitator
Thomas Road Baptist Church
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Managed a cabin of 16 young women each week.
- Facilitated small groups daily to help foster spiritual growth among the campers.
- Supervised and outsourced crises among individual campers.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Cleaned cabins, kitchen, and bathhouse on a frequent basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2025
Skills
- Administration
- Spiritual Leadership
- Relational Ministry
- Easily Adaptable
- Reliability
- Crisis Intervention/Management
- Organizational Skills
- Communication
- Public Speaking
- Microsoft Office
- Hospitality Industry
- Customer Service
- Phone Etiquette
- Disability awareness
Timeline
Residential Assistant
Liberty University
08.2024 - Current
On-Campus Student Recruiter
Liberty University
05.2024 - Current
Residential Shepherd
Liberty University
03.2023 - 05.2024
Camp Counselor/Facilitator
Thomas Road Baptist Church
05.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
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