MARTHA ELENA MAGINNISS
SeaTac,WA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at KCSARC, enhancing legal advocacy and interagency collaboration. Excelled in fostering relationships, achieving significant improvements in service delivery and client satisfaction. Skilled in mediation and cross-cultural communication, adept at driving team success and organizational growth through strategic initiatives and professionalism.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD USHER
Fifth Avenue Theater
12.2023 - Current
- Served as a liaison between patrons and management, effectively addressing concerns and resolving issues
- Contributed to successful event outcomes by working closely with performers' teams to ensure seamless coordination during shows
- Ensured smooth transitions between performances by efficiently clearing venues after each event and preparing them for the next show
- Improved audience experience by efficiently managing seating arrangements and addressing any concerns promptly
- Maintained immaculate facilities through diligent cleaning efforts, enhancing visitor satisfaction with the theater's cleanliness standards
INTERAGENCY LIASION
KCSARC
04.2019 - 02.2023
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners
- Supported organizational growth through active participation in networking events, conferences, and professional associations
- Solved conflicts and addressed issues that occurred between other entities and business
- Aided in the development of training materials, contributing to the ongoing education of team members and improved performance outcomes
- Successfully communicated with entities inside and outside of business
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions
Legal Advocate
KCSARC
07.2007 - 02.2023
- Provided crisis intervention to clients experiencing emotional distress or immediate danger, connecting them with emergency resources when necessary
- Increased cultural competency within the organization through ongoing training initiatives focused on working with diverse populations effectively
- Empowered clients by teaching self-advocacy skills and encouraging personal growth through goal-setting exercises
- Improved communication between victims and law enforcement by serving as a proficient interpreter during investigative interviews
- Conducted educational trainings for community partners on topics related to victim advocacy, domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking awareness
- Enhanced victim support by providing bilingual assistance in both English and Spanish
- Assisted victims of crime by offering compassionate guidance and resources throughout the recovery process
- Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare and social services
- Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client
Education
No Degree - SOCIAL SERVICES
HIGHLINE COLLEGE
DES MOINES, WASkills
- Flexibility
- Team management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Strong leadership
- Interpersonal communication
- Active listening
- Professionalism
- Conflict resolution
- Self motivation
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
HEAD USHER
Fifth Avenue Theater
12.2023 - Current
INTERAGENCY LIASION
KCSARC
04.2019 - 02.2023
Legal Advocate
KCSARC
07.2007 - 02.2023
No Degree - SOCIAL SERVICES
HIGHLINE COLLEGE
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