Andrea Martinez
Las Vegas,NM
Summary
Energetic and empathetic individual understanding and addressing client needs. Possesses foundational knowledge in career development theories and job market trends, complemented by strong skills in communication and problem-solving. Aiming to make significant impact by guiding individuals towards fulfilling career paths.
Knowledgeable with background in guiding individuals through their career development journey. Skilled in providing targeted advice that has led to successful career transitions and goal achievements. Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize career assessment tools and deliver personalized coaching.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
TANF Career Consultant
NM Dept. of Workforce
09.2021 - Current
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Enhanced career readiness by conducting workshops on resume writing, job search strategies, and interview preparation.
- Conducted labor market research to keep counseling strategies aligned with current employment trends.
- Maintained accurate records of all individual counseling sessions, tracking progress towards defined goals over time.
- Established strong partnerships with local employers, increasing job opportunities for participants
- Collaborated with clients to clarify their professional objectives, resulting in targeted job applications with higher success rates.
- Improved overall client outcomes through consistent follow-up sessions to track progress and adjust strategies as needed.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions and progress toward achieving their career goals.
- Streamlined the resume review process, providing timely and actionable feedback to participants seeking employment employment.
Unemployment call center
NM Dept. of Workforce Solutions
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Site Manager
SER Jobs for Progress Inc.
10.2009 - 01.2019
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Coordinated training programs for new hires, ensuring all team members were knowledgeable about company policies, safety practices, and job-specific skills.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering projects that consistently met specifications and quality standards.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Employment and Placement Specialist
NM Dept. of Workforce Solutions
02.2006 - 10.2009
- Regularly updated internal records tracking successful placements resulting in increased accuracy of reporting data.
- Organized career fairs and networking events to connect job seekers with potential employers in relevant industries.
- Provided valuable feedback to management regarding market trends and client needs, informing strategic decisions that enhanced overall business performance.
- Facilitated smoother recruitment processes for employers, streamlining communication channels and providing regular updates.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Created engaging job postings that accurately reflected position requirements while showcasing company culture.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to employers or hiring managers for consideration.
- Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
- Organized job fair events that attracted diverse talent pools, increasing the company''s reach within local communities.
- Streamlined communication between candidates and hiring managers, leading to higher satisfaction on both sides.
- Provided comprehensive support to job seekers throughout the application process, offering guidance on resume writing, interview preparation, and negotiation tactics.
- Developed customized job search strategies for candidates, maximizing the likelihood of successful placements.
- Analyzed workforce trends to anticipate employer needs, proactively sourcing suitable candidates for future openings.
- Established and maintained partnerships with reputable job boards, educational institutions, and industry associations to broaden the pool of qualified candidates.
- Built strong relationships with hiring managers to understand departmental needs and identify ideal candidates.
- Designed and led workshops on interview skills and resume writing for candidates, enhancing their success rate.
- Increased candidate satisfaction with personalized communication throughout recruitment cycle.
- Organized and attended job fairs and networking events, increasing visibility and candidate pipeline.
- Enhanced hiring quality by developing and implementing comprehensive recruitment strategies.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
NMHU
Las Vegas, NM05-1990
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Luna Community College
Las Vegas, NM05-2019
Skills
- Client relationship building
- Career assessment
- Career counseling
- Job search techniques
- Career development planning
- Problem-solving skills
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Professional ethics
- Confidentiality practice
- Workforce development
Timeline
TANF Career Consultant
NM Dept. of Workforce
09.2021 - Current
Unemployment call center
NM Dept. of Workforce Solutions
01.2021 - 08.2021
Site Manager
SER Jobs for Progress Inc.
10.2009 - 01.2019
Employment and Placement Specialist
NM Dept. of Workforce Solutions
02.2006 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
NMHU
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Luna Community College
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