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JULIO QUINONES

Middleburg,USA

Summary

Consummate bilingual professional with a decade of experience in the non-profit sector and project management. Military advocate with expertise in Veterans Law, document review, legal research, legal writing (incl. translation) and statutory/regulatory analysis.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Operations Specialist /Occupational Health Technician

Us Mobile Health Exams
07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and budget constrains.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Implemented necessary changes in response to shifting business needs, maintaining a proactive approach to problem solving.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
  • Provided training for new hires, fostering a supportive learning environment conducive to success in their roles.
  • Developed and maintained operational procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and DOT regulations.
  • Improved safety protocols, significantly reducing motor vehicles incidents by conducting regular maintenance and training sessions.
  • Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage and disposal according to regulations.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry best practices regarding occupational health techniques, sharing knowledge with colleagues to improve overall team effectiveness.
  • Facilitated respiratory protection programs, including fit testing and user training for appropriate PPE usage.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
  • Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.

Regional Outreach Coordinator

Operation New Uniform
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Facilitated classroom and online training for veterans and spouses professional and personal development.
  • Managed a workload of over 150 cases; used Salesforce records to maintain data of graduating ONU alumni, including their professional goals, activities, and accomplishments.
  • Organized and completed inventory of all outreach and events materials, increasing productivity for all locations in the state of Florida.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to reach out to community organizations for support and participation.
  • Supported Department of Defense, career fairs, and veterans organizations providing presentations of transition program to active duty members, veterans, and military spouses.
  • Conducted mock interviews and coaching sessions, providing an opportunity to practice, provide feedback, and improve their skills.
  • Conducted interviews and recruited multiple active duty service-members and veterans to attend Finding the Uniform transitioning program.
  • Delivered informative presentations at community meetings, conferences, and workshops to promote organizational initiatives.

Senior National Service Officer

Wounded Warrior Project
12.2014 - 07.2021
  • Managed Southeast Region's BVA Appeals as member of the appeals team with responsibilities to include screening teammate cases for actionable appeals and providing written arguments in support thereof.
  • Conducted legal research to complete multiple Informal Hearing Presentations; identified the correct case to support the arguments presented to the Veteran Law Judge at the Board of Veterans Appeals.
  • Drafted and submitted written briefs supporting initial claims for VA disability compensation, DoD medical retirement, DoD Combat Related Special Compensation Boards, and the Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA), while maintaining a success rate of 99% for claims filed.
  • Managed a workload of over 125 cases, assure those cases were properly reviewed and the deadlines were completed on time to avoid any loss of entitlement to benefits or possible legal actions against the organization.
  • Developed and facilitated multiple training for regional and national teammates; providing additional resources to understand applicable laws and regulations from the 38 Code of Federal Regulations, parts 3 and 4.
  • Developed and maintained ongoing relationships with senior officers of the DoD in furtherance of work with the Transition Assistance Programs at Fort Stewart Army Base and Fort Buchanan Army Base.
  • Maintained detailed records of all service interactions, ensuring accurate client information was available for follow-up actions.

Construction Management, Staff Sergeant, E-5

Florida Air National Guard
02.2009 - 09.2019
  • Constructs and maintains horizontal construction; reduced Air Force budget impact by 35 percent.
  • Trained subordinates during the operation and maintenance of heavy construction equipment; increased Air National Guard deployment readiness.
  • Airfields Project Manager in Qatar; worked for over 900 hours in the organization, charts development, and completion of inventory of the Red Horse Squadron assets; saved the Air Force over $500k.
  • Resourceful; voluntarily acquired equipment and executed 7 logistics movements in Kandahar, Afghanistan, supporting multiple Red Horse Squadron projects.
  • Works well under pressure; hastily transported over 17 tons of equipment and material to support future Red Horse Squadron missions.
  • Recruiter liaison; assisted with the recruiting process of new members.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed record-keeping processes related to employee training attendance, certifications, accident logs, and other pertinent information required by law or corporate policy.
  • Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking advice or clarification on matters related to workplace safety laws, regulations, or best practices.
  • Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by consistently modeling best practices in personal protective equipment use, hazard communication, and adherence to established safety protocols.
  • Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
  • Evaluated crew members'' progress and provided constructive feedback for continuous development.
  • Conducted hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises to reinforce learning concepts.

Supervisor Central America

MISAI (non-profit organization)
01.1998 - 01.2014
  • Recruited 10 full times employees and supervised 25 volunteers: reduced labor expenses by 75 percent.
  • Conducted training for our leaders and volunteers, based on their duties and the different locations of assignment.
  • Distributed assistance during Hurricane Mitch pass through El Salvador and Central America in 1998; helped over 10k families.
  • Responsible for developing material to be used during briefings with sponsors and other members of the community from Puerto Rico and USA; obtained donations over $100k.
  • Project Management; coordinated with Salvadorian Army and other agencies the movement of trailers shipped from Puerto Rico after the earthquakes in 2001; helped over 25k families.

Education

Critical Incident Stress Management Training -

Group Crisis Intervention Course
01.2022

Fully Ordained Chaplain -

International Federation of Chaplains and Human Rights
01.2021

Paralegal Certification -

American Military University
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Religious Studies with concentration in counseling

Liberty University
01.2015

A.A. - Construction Management

Community College of the Air Force
01.2014

Finding the Uniform -

Operation New Uniform
Jacksonville, FL
01.2014

Peer Mentor -

Wounded Warrior Project
Jacksonville, FL
01.2014

Airman Leadership School -

Patrick AFB
Patrick AFB, FL
01.2013

Skills

  • Resourceful
  • Leadership
  • Team building
  • Project Management
  • Public relations
  • Military knowledge
  • Record keeping
  • Microsoft Office programs
  • Event Planning
  • Proficient with Salesforce
  • Training and development
  • Case management
  • Strategic planning
  • Written Communication
  • Planning and coordination
  • Cross-functional communication

Certification

  • Occupation Hearing Conservationist - November 2024
  • DOT Medical - July 2025
  • Class A CDL

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Operations Specialist /Occupational Health Technician

Us Mobile Health Exams
07.2024 - 08.2025

Regional Outreach Coordinator

Operation New Uniform
10.2023 - 05.2024

Senior National Service Officer

Wounded Warrior Project
12.2014 - 07.2021

Construction Management, Staff Sergeant, E-5

Florida Air National Guard
02.2009 - 09.2019

Supervisor Central America

MISAI (non-profit organization)
01.1998 - 01.2014

Fully Ordained Chaplain -

International Federation of Chaplains and Human Rights

Paralegal Certification -

American Military University

Bachelor of Science - Religious Studies with concentration in counseling

Liberty University

A.A. - Construction Management

Community College of the Air Force

Finding the Uniform -

Operation New Uniform

Peer Mentor -

Wounded Warrior Project

Airman Leadership School -

Patrick AFB

Critical Incident Stress Management Training -

Group Crisis Intervention Course

Work Availability

monday
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sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Education And Professional Development

  • Paralegal Certification, American Military University, 2019
  • Bachelor of Science, Religious Studies with concentration in counseling, Liberty University, VA, 2015
  • A.A. in Construction Management, Community College of the Air Force, 2014
  • Critical Incident Stress Management Training, Group Crisis Intervention Course, 2022
  • Fully Ordained Chaplain, International Federation of Chaplains and Human Rights, 2021
  • Finding the Uniform, Operation New Uniform, Jacksonville, FL, 2014
  • Peer Mentor, Wounded Warrior Project, Jacksonville, FL, 2014
  • Airman Leadership School, Patrick AFB, FL, 2013

Awards

  • Completion of Air Force Technical School; received the Distinguished Graduate Award.
  • Recipient of the Airman of the Year Award for the 202 Red Horse Squadron in 02/2012.
  • Awarded Florida Commendation Medal in 2012.
  • Afghanistan Campaign Medal.
  • Successfully graduated from Airman Leadership School; received Commandant Leadership Award.

Education And Professional Development

  • Paralegal Certification, American Military University, 2019
  • Bachelor of Science, Religious Studies with concentration in counseling, Liberty University, VA, 2015
  • A.A. in Construction Management, Community College of the Air Force, 2014
  • Critical Incident Stress Management Training, Group Crisis Intervention Course, 2022
  • Fully Ordained Chaplain, International Federation of Chaplains and Human Rights, 2021
  • Finding the Uniform, Operation New Uniform, Jacksonville, FL, 2014
  • Peer Mentor, Wounded Warrior Project, Jacksonville, FL, 2014
  • Airman Leadership School, Patrick AFB, FL, 2013