Javier Vasquez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting employers needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Specialist
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Constructing and approving purchase requests and reimbursements for student organizations within the Student Org. Finance Center
- Providing front desk services and receptionist roles, delivering students with answers to their questions about creating and paying for their events
Community Outreach
State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed and distributed flyers to promote upcoming public health events, domestic and child abuse prevention, and resources to combat food insecurity
- Conducted outreach to the community through phone calls and birthday cards to recognize and inform constituents, taking part in community events, and delivering donations to non-profits to support the ongoing migrant crisis.
Corridor Ambassador
City of Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Organized and coordinated in creating social media accounts for small business and addressing their needs to improve business following the Covid-19 pandemic
- Assisted as a volunteer at local food pantries and community resource fairs, such as health and back to school fairs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Latino Studies
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2025
Associate of Arts - Political Science
Wilbur Wright College
05.2023
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Partnership Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Client Engagement
Languages
English and Spanish
Accomplishments
- Jeremy Marks Award for Academic Excellence, May 2023
- U.S. Dept. of State: Haitian Diaspora Resources, May 2023
- U.S. Dept. of State: Coverage of Racial Tensions, Dec. 2021
Volunteer Experience
- Alderwomen Ruth Cruz Campaign and Alderman Felix Cardona Jr., Volunteer, 08/2022 - 02/2023 Gathering signatures for candidates to be on the ballot and delivering their message and desires for the community. Passing out literature through door knocking and taking part in phone banks.
Timeline
Student Specialist
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
08.2023 - Current
Community Outreach
State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado
01.2023 - 06.2023
Corridor Ambassador
City of Chicago
06.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Latino Studies
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Associate of Arts - Political Science
Wilbur Wright College