Gamaliel Magallan
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Financial Aid Officer with 18 years of helping students reach full potential through education. Eager to connect prospective applicants with underutilized governmental and private aid programs. Dedicated to enhancing institutions' incoming student body diversity by maximizing financial contributions for deserving students. Energetic Admissions Counselor bringing 5-year background in college and career counseling. Adept at coaching and counseling students throughout transition from high school to college. Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities with in-depth knowledge of application and admissions processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Guard Officer
Allied Universal Security
11.2023 - Current
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Reported irregularities such as fire and safety hazards to maintenance.
Campus Clerk
McAllen Memorial High School
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Assist the principal with work orders,fire drills & referrals.
- Review reports for ISS, OSS, and Tardies
- Assisted with onboarding of new employees.
Onsite Supervisor
Magellan Construction
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Financial Aid Counselor
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
12.2010 - 04.2021
- Reviewed financial aid appeals, issuing secondary and final judgments on award packages.
- Processed federal financial aid verifications Federal guidelines. Package and award students aid.
- Reviewed initial financial aid applications for accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
- Provided financial aid counseling to enrolled and prospective students.
- Counseled students and parents about financial aid options and program details.
- Analyzes and resolves discrepancies with Pell Grants limits.
Excutive Enrollment Counselor
University Of Phoenix
12.2005 - 04.2010
- Supported students through admissions process by answering questions and assisting with forms.
- Explained admissions procedures and courses offered to potential students.
- Scheduled appointments to meet with students face-to-face and discuss education plans.
- Spoke to groups of prospective students about enrollment, institution benefits and features during information sessions.
- Attracted and recruited students by communicating information via phone and email.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZAssociate of Arts - Business Administration
Axia College of University of Phoenix
PhoenixBachelor of Arts - Criminology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZHigh School Diploma -
Westwood High School
Mesa, AZ05.1998
Skills
- Security Systems
- Teamwork Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Public Safety
- Customer Service
- Computer Literacy
- Team collaboration
- Spanish Fluency
- Financial counseling
- Budgeting knowledge
- Relationship building
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Problem-solving abilities
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Security Guard Officer
Allied Universal Security
11.2023 - Current
Campus Clerk
McAllen Memorial High School
09.2022 - 08.2023
Onsite Supervisor
Magellan Construction
10.2021 - 08.2022
Financial Aid Counselor
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
12.2010 - 04.2021
Excutive Enrollment Counselor
University Of Phoenix
12.2005 - 04.2010
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Axia College of University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Westwood High School
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