Hezekiah Uba Orji
Federal Way,Washington
Summary
Enthusiastic President/CEO eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. A clear understanding of Business Management and Leadership and training in Communications. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in the Management industry. An accomplished Immigration Officer seasoned with strong knowledge of the US immigration laws and statutes. Skilled in Employee Bargaining Unit management.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
President/CEO
AICOPOL Consulting, LLC
SeaTac, WA
01.2019 - Current
- Consult with clients on US Immigration matters and business operations, including training, research, and development.
- Actively and effectively present case briefs before courts.
- District Court for Western Washington, King County Superior Court, Washington State Appellate Court (Division I).
- Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) while observing applicable rules, and using precedent case decisions for further support.
- Continued familiarization with updates in laws, regulations, rules, and statutes for currency through research and continued education.
- Current registrant on e-file services at USPTO, Washington State, and District Courts.
- Community advocacy, advisory, and education/counseling.
Security Screener
Delta Global Security Services
SeaTac, Washington
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Provided dependable access control through verification of employee and customer credentials on average of over 100 employees per shift, helping ensure airline safety.
- Responded to emergencies in accordance with established policies, contracts, and applicable laws.
- Ensured security protocols were adhered to while providing quality customer service to customers and clients consistent with established policies, contracts, and applicable laws.
- Authorized and monitored departure and entrance of visitors and employees to maintain security of premises.
- Utilized chemical swab systems and explosive detection machines to test baggage for explosive materials.
- Performed pat-down or handheld wand searches of passengers triggering machine alarms to determine items warranting further investigation.
- Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals for screening and detention in order to prevent access to restricted areas.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons.
- Conducted bag searches and performed pat-downs of passengers to maintain secure, safe premises.
President/CEO
AICOPOL Consulting, LLC
SeaTac, Washington
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Consult with clients on US Immigration matters and business operations, including training, research, and development.
- Actively and effectively present case briefs before local courts
- District Court for Western Washington, King County Superior Court, Washington State and Appellate Court (Division I)
- Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) while observing applicable rules, and using precedent case decisions for further support.
- Continued familiarization with updates in laws, regulations, rules, and statutes for currency through research and continued education.
- Current registrant on e-file services at USPTO, Washington State, and District Courts.
- Community advocacy, advisory, and education/counseling.
Immigration Services Officer, Information Officer
USCIS, Homeland Security
Seattle, WA
08.1994 - 07.2014
- Analyzed constantly evolving immigration regulations and complex technical amendments as well as procedures through investigations and adjudicating voluminous applications and petitions submitted for immigration benefits on average of 20 cases per day; benefits included a full range of immigration requests for lawful permanent resident status, naturalization, and employment while setting up violators for prosecution, of senior Immigration Services Officer (journey-level).
- Engaged in coaching and training new officer recruits in process of organization staffing.
- Used classified information to prepare reports and brief upper management on fraud and national security at headquarters – Fraud Detection and National Security, Washington, D.C.
- And helped reduce national backlog.
- Collaborated with team of board members to determine detainees’ eligibility for parole.
- Used proven leadership, strong communication, and negotiation skills to address and liaise on issues of concern to Bargaining Unit Employees (BUE) with Management and Labor and Employment Relations (LER),first Local Steward and then President, of AFGE Local 0040; acquainted with OSHA requirements.
- Received annual Incentive Cash Awards and certificates for quality work rating and “Secret Clearance”.
- Immigration, (promoted to above position) (40 hours/week).
- As Customer Care Specialist, researched customer’s inquiries into various pending cases and provided appropriate response and/or guidance for successful follow-ups.
- Supported colleagues using developed expert knowledge in immigration laws and statutes.
- Collected fees paid and advised of disbursement of refund where applicable.
- Received letters of commendation from customers approving quality of work.
- Received annual Incentive Cash Awards and certificates for quality work rating and “Secret Clearance”.
- Collaborated with outside counsel to interpret and apply technical immigration policies and procedures.
- Illustrated green card and immigration processes and managed communication channels to provide high level of service and consultation to immigration inquiries.
- Conducted outreach campaigns and events to reach specific populations.
- Educated managers on complex nuances associated with foreign nationals to support recommended solutions that met individual and business needs.
Education
Doctor of Management - Organizational Leadership
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZMaster of Science - Human Resources Management
Chapman University
Fort Lewis, WashingtonBachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NESkills
- Employee Relations
- Contract Negotiation
- Training
- Mentoring
- Team Building
- Motivational Speaking
- Organizational Development
- Proven skill set in leadership and managerial functions to motivate while mentoring others
- Strong analytical abilities with proven results
Accomplishments
- African Communities Network (ACN) — Board Member: community organizing, recruiting and solicitation.
- Seattle Ethnic Heritage Council (EHC) — Board Member: community organizing, recruiting and solicitation.
- Bellevue College (Nebraska) International Student Organization (ISO) — President.
- Local 0040, American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) — Vice President: negotiations, bargaining, solicitation, and judgement-call.
Additional Information
- AWARDS AND RECOGNITION , Received numerous community organization and volunteerism recognitions and awards, including the “2004 Spirit of America Award” in Seattle, Washington and “Ambassador of Goodwill” at the University of Nebraska, Omaha, Nebraska
Freelance Writing
Scholarly publications have included:
· Orji, H. (2009). "Iterative Nodes." In Encyclopedia of Case Study Research (First
ed., Vol. 1, pp 505-507). Thousand Oaks, California: SAGE Publications
· Orji, H.U. (2007). Effects of U.S. presidents' leadership roles on global security: A Case of Carter and Bush (Doctoral Dissertation)
· Ajuogu, M. & Orji, H., "Leadership Conflicts in an African Society: The case of Ndigbo in Nigeria.” IACM 17th Annual Conference Paper
· Ajuogu, M., Orji, H. & Ajuogu, J., 2005-09-01 "Democracy and human rights
interface in Africa: The case of Nigeria and its leadership." (Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association, Marriott Wardman Park, Omni Shoreham, Washington Hilton, Washington, D.C.
Timeline
President/CEO
AICOPOL Consulting, LLC
01.2019 - Current
Security Screener
Delta Global Security Services
05.2016 - 01.2017
President/CEO
AICOPOL Consulting, LLC
01.2010 - 01.2017
Immigration Services Officer, Information Officer
USCIS, Homeland Security
08.1994 - 07.2014
Doctor of Management - Organizational Leadership
University of Phoenix
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Chapman University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Bellevue University
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