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Ja Val Church

Parlin,NJ

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Transportation Security Officer

Department Of Homeland Security
Newark, NJ
04.2024 - Current
  • Supervised security screening operations to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
  • Mentored junior officers on effective screening techniques and procedures.
  • Coordinated response efforts during security incidents to mitigate risks and maintain safety.
  • Implemented training programs to enhance staff competencies in transportation security protocols.
  • Reduced wait times and increased passenger satisfaction by effectively managing checkpoint operations.
  • Addressed any customer complaints or concerns professionally, working towards satisfactory resolutions while upholding TSA standards.

Transportation Security Officer

Department Of Homeland Security
Newark, NJ
04.2022 - 04.2024
  • Manually screened passengers unable to pass through metal detectors or who triggered alarms.
  • Monitored security checkpoints for compliance with applicable security protocols.
  • Responded effectively to security incidents and provided guidance regarding security procedures.
  • Operated scanning equipment to view internal structures of luggage, purses and other bags to check for prohibited items.
  • Operated x-ray machines, hand wands, and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
  • Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors.
  • Developed and maintained positive rapport with passengers and other airport personnel.

Patient Observer

Hackensack Meridian Health
Neptune City, NJ
09.2021 - 07.2022

Responsible for the safety of the Patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse

Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions

Provide a safe environment for patients who are on One to One Supervision for Suicide Precautions, Behavioral Restraints, Line of Sight, or Patient Safety

Provide frequent checks on patients that have a Patient Watch Order

Provide direction to patients to ensure that they do not fall or wander off

Record and Document patient behavior

Customer Service Representative

IKEA
07.2015 - 06.2022
  • In control of implementing working routines, competence development and follow-up of Commercial Review and Compliance (ASR) related to the role and functions
  • Monitoring performance against agreed goals, adapting and taking action when required and analyzing customer concerns, KPI’s and root cause analysis to recommend future improvements
  • Ensure team competence on system knowledge (SAMS, ISELL, IPOS, COGNOS, etc.) and keep the work areas efficiently equipped and effectively covered at all times during opening hours
  • Proactively greet customers who need assistance and advice on the best home solutions, providing information on company products
  • Work as liaison with accounting, business operations and consumer affairs divisions to handle customer inquiries, complaints, billing questions and payments requests
  • Prepares stock replenishment goods for the next business day adhering to action plans
  • Lead and provide coaching to the team on the shop floor to secure a consistent customer experience and operation in the After Selling, Returns, Cash lanes, Home Delivery, Handout and Car Loader Area.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
  • Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.

Processing Clerk

United States Postal Service
11.2018 - 01.2019
  • Accountable for sorting and preparing mail for distribution by a mail carrier
  • Assist in loading mail carrier vehicles
  • Unload vehicles at the end of shift and properly file mail that could not be delivered
  • Operate computer scanning equipment, addressographs, mimeographs, and optical character readers
  • Check items to ensure that addresses are legible and correct.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration

Capella University
06-2026

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Outstanding communication/public speaking skills
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Great Critical Thinking Skills
  • Behavioral Analysis
  • Leading Teams

Timeline

Lead Transportation Security Officer

Department Of Homeland Security
04.2024 - Current

Transportation Security Officer

Department Of Homeland Security
04.2022 - 04.2024

Patient Observer

Hackensack Meridian Health
09.2021 - 07.2022

Processing Clerk

United States Postal Service
11.2018 - 01.2019

Customer Service Representative

IKEA
07.2015 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration

Capella University