Maria Quezada
Manassa,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
Alamosa, CO
11.2023 - Current
- Assist fellow officers in translating for Spanish speaking passengers
- Adhere to established operational guidelines and procedures for conducting searches
- Provide instructions to individuals on how to properly place their bags onto conveyor belts for inspection purposes
- Assist travelers with questions regarding airport security regulations and procedures
- Communicate effectively with team members while performing duties under pressure
- Conduct pat-downs, metal detector checks, and x-ray scans in a timely manner
- Ensure that all personnel entering restricted areas had proper credentials and authorization
- Perform security screenings of passengers and their carry-on items to detect prohibited items
- Manage multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines
- Interact professionally with co-workers, supervisors, travelers, vendors, and other stakeholders at the airport facility
Operations Administrative Assistant
RAC Transport Co, Inc
Alamosa, CO
09.2000 - 08.2022
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth functioning of the organization
- Organized and tracked inventory levels of office supplies and equipment
- Performed data entry duties using Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel
- Scheduled maintenance services for office equipment as needed
- Managed office with no supervision
- Loaded customers making dock pick ups with fork lift
- Coordinated and maintained electronic filing systems, ensuring accuracy of data entry
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints in a professional manner
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders as needed
- Monitored daily workflow processes to ensure timely completion of tasks
- Communicated with vendors, carriers and customers regarding orders, deliveries, and invoices
- Provided product shipment logistical support and quality control by coordinating with vendors and drivers, resulting in increased revenue
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk
Town Clerk
Town of Romeo
Romeo, CO
02.1999 - 09.2000
- Paid town utility bills on a monthly basis
- Provided support services to elected officials with regard to public relations activities
- Assisted in preparing agendas for Town Board meetings and attended such meetings to record minutes
- Organized special events sponsored by the Town Board such as community festivals or parades
- Managed and maintained official records of the town, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, and maps
- Maintained financial records of all town transactions including accounts receivable and payable ledgers
- Assisted with clerical duties at city hall by performing copying, scanning, faxing and data entry tasks and scheduling appointments
- Deposited funds into bank account on consistent basis
Education
Advanced EMT -
Trinidad State Junior College
Alamosa, CO08.2024
EMT-B/IV -
Trinidad State Junior College
Alamosa, CO05.2019
Early Childhood Professional -
Trinidad State Junior College
Alamosa, CO05.1998
Office Management & Supervision, Office Technologies -
Trinidad State Junior College
Alamosa, CO05.1997
General studies/diploma -
Centauri Junior/High School
01.1993
General studies -
Romeo/Manassa Elementary
01.1987
Skills
- Certified in Office Technologies
- Certified EMT-B
- Bilingual
- Computer knowledge
- Hard working
- Dependable
- Team player
- Customer relations skills
- Operations Management
- Customer service and assistance
- Integrity and Honesty
- Stress Tolerance
- Radio communication
- Dual-certified in bags and checkpoint
References
Howard Perea - Vice President
RAC Transport Co., Inc.
(303) 549-9712
Joseph Casias - Supervisor
Cross Country Freight Solutions
(719) 588-5724
Sean Stone - Regional Manager
Cross Country Freight Solutions
(720) 352-1097
LoriAnn Domenico - Driver
Cross Country Freight Solutions
(303) 356-3527
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
11.2023 - Current
Operations Administrative Assistant
RAC Transport Co, Inc
09.2000 - 08.2022
Town Clerk
Town of Romeo
02.1999 - 09.2000
Advanced EMT -
Trinidad State Junior College
EMT-B/IV -
Trinidad State Junior College
Early Childhood Professional -
Trinidad State Junior College
Office Management & Supervision, Office Technologies -
Trinidad State Junior College
General studies/diploma -
Centauri Junior/High School
General studies -
Romeo/Manassa Elementary
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