Christopher Navarro
OAKLAND,CA
Summary
Seeking steady employment in a dynamic and paced work environment. Effective utilization of energy and skills. Contributing to a busy organization that values hard work, dedication, and a strong work ethic. Committed to delivering exceptional results and continuously improving abilities to meet role demands. Excited to join a team that fosters growth and provides professional development opportunities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Violence Interrupter / School Site V.I.P
CURYJ
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Detour and de-escalate violence or potential violent situations.
- Mentor and build relationships with at-risk youth to help provide them with life tools and offer resources.
- Conduct mediations with both students and adults.
- Command presents at school site by keeping a friendly / positive demeanor and actively engaging students and staff members.
- Build relationships with students and faculty to influence a safe and productive environment.
- Assisted with disciplinary issues for students by offering support, resources and commitment plans to help students focus and stay on track, while also holding them accountable.
- Developed a positive learning environment, fostering strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning of the school site across departments and grade levels.
- Participated in district-level committees focusing on curriculum development or policy updates.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff collaboration and professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing innovative teaching methods and strategies.
- Established partnerships with community organizations and staff members for additional resources and programs for students.
- Help spread awareness and influence more effective communication techniques and strategies with staff and students.
- Improved overall student performance by consistently tracking progress and providing individualized support.
Driver
FedEx
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule for any time sensitive deliveries or pick-ups.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness and organized space within the vehicle's interior providing consistency and steady flow.
- Delivered and picked up packages to and from customer's on time and in excellent condition.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
Moving Helper
WEST COAST MOVING SYSTEMS
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Business and home relocation
- Loading and unloading services
- Utilize boxes and packing materials
- Pack and Label
- Shrink wrap and properly handle belongings
- Help guide drivers
Night Crew Manager
SAFEWAY
05.2016 - 12.2019
- Lead floor man- direct traffic, train new employees, maintain a steady pace through keeping piece counts
- Place appropriate product orders
- B.R.I
- (backroom inventory)
- Operate P.O.S
- Systems
Assistant Manager
TRUE RELIGION
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Open/ Close store (count registers, payroll, deposits)
- Engage and build relationships with customers/clients
- Maintain floor layout and product display and assemble promotion signs
- Place orders, receive product and ship merchandise
- Manage small team
- Keep store clean and business ready (fold clothes and put in size order, organize stockroom)
Line Cook/Dishwasher
BERKELEY CITY CLUB
09.2013 - 01.2016
- Set up pantry station
- Prep ingredients for the line
- Maintain clean and sanitary working space
- Prepare ingredients for chef
- Help keep up with flow of dirty dishes, wash to sanitary standards
Sales Associate
CONVERSE OUTLET
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Provided customer service and support
- Operated POS technology
- Kept sales floor and display to company standards
- Assisted with shipping and receiving as well as stocking
Loss Prevention
DDS DISCOUNTS
12.2011 - 01.2013
- Monitor areas of property and aid guests; oversee closed circuit televisions and carry out inspections
- Manage interruptions and complaints; carry out investigations and gather evidence
- Maintain professional appearance; provide assistance to individuals with disabilities and those with formulated documents
- Oversee fire, security and mechanical systems
- Manage vehicular and pedestrian access control systems
- Carry out vehicular and foot patrols; conduct inspections and suggest repairs
- Authorized to issue access cards and handle funds in loss prevention
- Maintain a safe and secure environment; report everything in a daily planner
Installer
SERVICE WEST
03.2010 - 02.2011
- Commercial moving; loading/unloading and shrink wrap/labeling
- Office Furniture Installation; correctly attach all Steel case panels with correct hardware, level all panels and works surfaces; securely attach all storage components and trim pieces
- Remove existing furniture if necessary; clean installation site of any debris such as boxes, hardware and papers to insure a complete and professional appearance
- Work with and coordinate with electricians; voice and data people if necessary
- Warehouse specialist; shipping/receiving, count products and materials; assemble products such as chairs, desk and other office furniture
- Clean containers, materials, supplies and work areas using cleaning solutions and hand tools
Lumper
GSC LOGISTICS
08.2009 - 03.2010
- Offload merchandise and move to designated areas by use of pallet jacks or other manual means
- Prepare merchandise by rearranging or shifting cases for Government receivers to accurately count
- Segregate merchandise by Contractor stocked cases, vendor-stocked cases, cases for display, and new items as identified by the Government
- Perform custodian duties such as sweeping, mopping, auto-scrubbing and other task to maintain a clean and safe environment; Keep a record of daily operations; work with and/or remove hazardous material
- Meet all OSHA related requirements under 29 CFR 1910.78 to include use of steel-toed boots when on the job and hard-hat when using High-Lift; report and log all safety concerns to supervisor or Government employees
- Check daily full case overwrites expiration dates, pull cases forward, and organize and straighten for order-writer
- Inspects ceilings or floor tile, wall coverings, sliding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damage structures
- Conduct trailer inspections on all inbound and outbound trailers prior to loading and during unloading
- Proficient and certified with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations published by the U.S Department of Transportation (U.S
- Dot)
Education
Bachelor's degree - Communication Studies
Laney College
08.2023
General Education Diploma -
Berkeley Adult School
04.2013
Skills
- 3 Years management experience
- Youth Mentoring
- Public speaking
- Collaborative partnerships
- Special event security
- Instructional leadership
Additionalskillsandexperience
- Public speaking for local youth programs (C.Y.O.)
- Special event security
- Fund raising for special events
- Door to door advertising
Certification
- La Cultura Cura Circle Keeper Process Facilitator Curriculum Training
- REWIRE CBT by The Roca IMPACT INSTITUTE
- SMITH SYSTEM on the road defensive driving course.
Timeline
Violence Interrupter / School Site V.I.P
CURYJ
10.2023 - 10.2024
Driver
FedEx
10.2021 - 01.2024
Moving Helper
WEST COAST MOVING SYSTEMS
01.2020 - 08.2020
Assistant Manager
TRUE RELIGION
06.2016 - 01.2017
Night Crew Manager
SAFEWAY
05.2016 - 12.2019
Line Cook/Dishwasher
BERKELEY CITY CLUB
09.2013 - 01.2016
Sales Associate
CONVERSE OUTLET
06.2013 - 09.2013
Loss Prevention
DDS DISCOUNTS
12.2011 - 01.2013
Installer
SERVICE WEST
03.2010 - 02.2011
Lumper
GSC LOGISTICS
08.2009 - 03.2010
General Education Diploma -
Berkeley Adult School
Bachelor's degree - Communication Studies
Laney College
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