Jose Raya
Dallas
Summary
Professional Background Screening Specialist with expertise in conducting thorough background checks and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in data analysis, risk assessment, and maintaining confidentiality. Reliable and highly organized, valued for precision and integrity in team environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Background Screening Analyst
ApproveShield
Richardson, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive background checks to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by remaining organized, focused, and adaptable under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline screening processes, enhancing overall efficiency and accuracy.
- Developed training materials for new analysts, fostering knowledge transfer and adherence to best practices.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive personal information, ensuring compliance with legal guidelines and company policies.
- Consistently maintained a professional tone and clear communication in all interactions, both verbal and written
- Acted as a subject matter expert within the team by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and mentoring junior analysts in best practices for background screening procedures.
Manufacturing specialist
Texas Instruments Incorporated
Dallas, TX
07.2021 - 03.2025
- Adapted to learning four unique toolsets within the first year of experience
- Assisted multiple new individuals in learning the current tools they will be working with
- Proficient in writing reports that are needed for the daily inventory
Security Forces Patrolman
United States Air Force
Abilene, TX
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Patrolled Dyess air force base and worked with citizens to reduce crime in area.
- Wrote reports detailing events and people involved.
- Communicated with other departments and coordinated responses to suspicious activities.
- Operated speed measuring, drug and alcohol and breathe test devices to promote driving safety.
- Detected and reported unauthorized personnel and activities.
- Lead a team of 10 to conduct daily security checks, to ensure safety of others
Base Defense Operations Controller
United States Air Force
Honolulu, HI
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Prepared operation plans and orders to support security of resources and installations.
- Established innovative processes, resulting in higher efficiencies for law enforcement, fire prevention and criminal investigations.
- Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on LIDAR training.
- Mitigated risk with immediate emergency response security.
- Enforced military laws and regulations.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Assessed situations and alerted staff to initiate emergency action.
- Managed over 40+ personnel to accomplish tasks at hand
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Community College Of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Security operations
- Multi-tasking
- Customer service
- Crime prevention
- Team building
- Working collaboratively
- Computer skills
- Customer Contact
Timeline
Lead Background Screening Analyst
ApproveShield
04.2025 - Current
Manufacturing specialist
Texas Instruments Incorporated
07.2021 - 03.2025
Security Forces Patrolman
United States Air Force
07.2020 - 03.2021
Base Defense Operations Controller
United States Air Force
11.2018 - 01.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Community College Of The Air Force