paul goldstein resume 11-9-16
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PAUL R. GOLDSTEIN18 Day Street, Apt. 301 • Somerville, MA 02144 • (617) 610-6501 •
EDUCATIONThe George Washington University Washington, D.C.M.A. in Historic Preservation June 2011• GPA: 3.65
B.A. in American Studies, Cum Laude December 2006 • GPA: 3.40
EXPERIENCE
Public History Consultant Somerville, MA Consultant and Researcher July, 2014-September, 2015
Part of project team responsible with creating an exhibit showcasing the history of the Ames Business Park, now home to several local businesses
Conduct research at various local archives, as well as interviews, and create text panels and supplemental materials for the exhibit based on findings
Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth, Public Records Division Boston, MAAssistant Supervisor, Commissions Specialist April 2013-Present
Responsible for maintaining the current record of the numerous political appointees in the Commonwealth, including those by the Governor and the other executive offices
Project leader for overhauling and improving the Governor’s Appointment System for increased efficiency and better quality control
Oversee and manage the Commissions Section during times when the Supervisor is unavailable
Work For Progress Orlando, FL Campaign Associate
October-November 2012
PAUL R. GOLDSTEIN18 Day Street, Apt. 301 • Somerville, MA 02144 • (617) 610-6501 •
• Canvassed on behalf of Barack Obama and Democratic candidates for Congress and Senate in Florida
• Acted as Field Manager for canvassing teams• Responsible for recruiting other potential canvassers
Boston Preservation Alliance Boston, MA
Intern January-October 2012
• Conduct research regarding the historic context of targeted properties; compile summaries regarding current preservation issues in the city of Boston
• Assist with day-to-day operations of the office
The George Washington University Washington, D.C.Research Assistant to Dr. Vanessa Northington Gamble
January 2008 – June 2011
• Served as only Research Assistant to University Professor of Medical Humanities
• Lead management of various research projects, including research conducted within the Library of Congress and the National Library of Medicine; developed comprehensive reports of research findings and PowerPoint presentations
• Coordinated administrative and clerical needs of Dr. Northington Gamble, including managing all logistical details for extensive travel schedule and calendar
Preservation Action Washington, D.C.Intern May 2010 – August 2010
• Organized archival documents for nonprofit devoted to grassroots lobbying for federal and state historic preservation legislation
• Assisted with day-to-day operations of the office
PAUL R. GOLDSTEIN18 Day Street, Apt. 301 • Somerville, MA 02144 • (617) 610-6501 •
Heads Up Washington, D.C.
Lead Tutor and AmeriCorps Member September 2005 – April 2007
• Developed curriculum based on literature and music from the Washington, D.C. area
• Facilitated classroom activities; assisted students with homework; oversaw classroom safety
SKILLS • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)• Archival research • Academic writing • Analyzing and utilizing various social media outlets