Talented administrative and customer service professional knowledgeable about Military Educational Benefits and California financial aid. Excellent problem-solving, relationship-building and communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Programs and Military Benefit Coordinator
California Baptist University
11.2022 - Current
Assists in awarding, reconciliation and records maintenance processes for state aid including Cal Grant, Chafee Grant, and CMD GI Bill programs.
Serves at School Certifying Official and assists in certifying all veteran and military benefit programs.
Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures in compliance with all rules and regulations found in the VA School Certifying Official Handbook.
Counsels Veterans and Dependents regarding Veteran Benefits.
Military Tuition Assistance Coodinator
California Baptist University
05.2022 - 11.2022
Advised and assisted active duty military students utilizing Military Tuition Assistance in planning of program study and achieving academic goals.
Invoicing and billing the appropriate military branch for current students.
Triage student requests in order to effectively assist students with appropriate course of action, referrals, and resources.
Responsible for the coordination of student-workers completing office work.
IT Technician
Beacon Hill Staffing-Edwards Lifesciences
09.2021 - 05.2022
Performed maintenance tasks on PCs, networks and mobile devices.
Configured systems according to prescribed software and hardware frameworks.
Answered and triaged requests for assistance in order to provide top-notch support.
Imaged and prepared new computers for integration into company networks and systems.
Decommissioned outdated equipment, referring devices to appropriate recyclers or disposal personnel.
Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
Director of Outreach and Discipleship
Yorba Linda United Methodist Church
02.2018 - 09.2020
Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout the community.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Led programs such as bible studies, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Organized and coordinated work trips leading church members' in service projects outside California.
Planned and conducted two worship services.
Facilitated multiple community events on church property.
Team Lead
Chick Fil A
12.2016 - 04.2018
Managed and ordered weekly inventory for a $4.6 million store.
Implemented inventory control and tracking through specialized software.
Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
Performed shift change tasks each day to keep the store efficient and clean.
Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills.
Aviation Ordinanceman
United States Navy
12.2011 - 12.2016
Delivered mentorship to sailors, aligning performance and encouraging career development.
Prepared, reviewed, maintained and inspected compliance with directives and reports.
Received, inspected, packaged, stored, handled and processed weapon shipments.
Maintained operations for aviation ordnance shops, armories, and storage facilities.
Installed and loaded ammunition on F/A 18 aircrafts with precision and exceptional care.
Education
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Care And Counseling
Biola University
La Mirada, CA
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministries
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA
08.2018
Associate of Arts - Accounting
University Of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05.2011
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Conflict resolution
Analytical skills
Flexible & Adaptable
Program development
Accomplishments
Maintained Educational Benefits for 520 Veterans pursuing education at a 4-year university.
Planned and led two mission trips to Arizona and Mexico with Adults and Youth.
Engaged with local community organizations.
Received an "On Track" program grade during an Aviation Maintenance Inspection.
Supervised team of 20 aviation ordnance technicians in the safe loading and unloading of 39 tons of ordnance.
Received two Naval and Marine Achievement Medals
Sailor of the Year U.S. Navy 2015 of Blue Diamond Command