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Abiel Balam

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented student pursuing a career in public administration, with a strong interest in municipal services. Equipped with foundational knowledge in administrative support and data organization. Demonstrates strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to learning, and contributing to the goals of the Port of Long Beach. Eager to gain hands-on experience in a professional port environment while supporting the operational and administrative needs of one of the nation’s busiest seaports.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Parking Enforcement Officer

City of Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with law enforcement on public safety initiatives.
  • Educated the public about local parking laws and regulations.
  • Utilized two-way radio communication to receive instructions from dispatch personnel.
  • Interacted professionally with other law enforcement agencies as needed.
  • Resolved customer disputes concerning tickets or fines incurred.

Veterans Resource Specialist (Work-Study)

Golden West College
Huntington Beach, California
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Facilitated communication between departments regarding resource needs and updates.
  • Provided guidance to students on resource availability and usage.
  • Organized workshops to promote awareness of available campus resources.
  • Created reports and presentations summarizing the status of resource usage.

Construction Coordinator

Pro Energy Services
Orange, CA
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in managing subcontractor communications and project updates.
  • Organized job site logistics, including material deliveries and employee assignments.
  • Responded promptly to requests from clients concerning changes in scope or schedule due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Conducted site visits to monitor progress of work performed by subcontractors.
  • Organized and maintained project documents, drawings, specifications and reports.

Aviation Machinist's Mate

US Navy
Oak Harbor, Washington
04.2018 - 04.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities and repairs performed.
  • Assisted in training junior machinists on tools and safety procedures.
  • Researched, read and interpreted technical manuals and guidelines before inspections, installations and repairs.
  • Managed repair logs, documenting preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.

Food Service Worker

Chic-Fil-A
Ontario, California
03.2016 - 04.2018
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow.
  • Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
  • Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
  • Complied with company service standards and adhered to inventory and cash control procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05-2026

Associate of Arts - Humanities

Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA
05-2024

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Project management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication skills
  • Report writing
  • Workshop facilitation

Affiliations

  • USC Wrestling club team captain
  • USC Latino students in Law
  • Jiu-Jitsu Purple belt
  • Church Security (Hope Community)
  • North OC Young Lives (Mentor)

Accomplishments

  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2022)

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Parking Enforcement Officer

City of Huntington Beach
06.2024 - 05.2025

Veterans Resource Specialist (Work-Study)

Golden West College
06.2023 - 05.2024

Construction Coordinator

Pro Energy Services
08.2022 - 01.2023

Aviation Machinist's Mate

US Navy
04.2018 - 04.2022

Food Service Worker

Chic-Fil-A
03.2016 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies

University of Southern California

Associate of Arts - Humanities

Golden West College