Ozmani Haynes-Lafaurie
Hawthorne,CA
Summary
Political Science graduate from UC Riverside with experience in legal assistance, sales, and leadership. Skilled in research, communication, and community outreach through Model United Nations and British Parliamentary debate. Aspiring U.S. Air Force officer with long-term goals in law and public service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Solar Energy Consultant
LGCY
Corona, CA
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted direct community outreach across diverse households in South LA and the South Bay, actively listening to constituent concerns regarding clean energy adoption.
- Collected vital feedback on financial, cultural, and informational barriers to solar adoption, adapting messaging to resonate with local priorities (affordability, reliability, long-term savings).
- Significantly strengthened outreach, public speaking, and strategic communication skills through extensive door-to-door canvassing and community engagement.
- Conducted business development activities such as cold calling potential customers and arranging meetings with prospects.
- Evaluated potential sites for installation of new or additional solar equipment according to local zoning regulations.
Legal Department Assistant
Pico Mobility
Inglewood, CA
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed and organized complex case files, ensuring timely coordination of legal documents and supporting litigation preparation.
- Gained critical firsthand exposure to the legal and financial barriers impacting small businesses and working-class families in South LA, directly relevant to housing justice and economic equity initiatives.
- Developed exceptional organizational, communication, and document management skills crucial for a high-volume professional environment.
- Compiled monthly financial statements for review by the management team.
- Provided administrative support for staff members, such as creating presentations and organizing documents.
- Identified areas where efficiency could be improved within the department.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow processes.
Warehouse Associate
Pico Mobility
Inglewood, CA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Collaborated effectively with a diverse team, including immigrant coworkers, fostering a deeper understanding of the economic and language barriers faced by immigrant laborers in our community.
- Supported critical inventory operations and logistics, demonstrating strong work ethic and reliability that led to a promotion to Legal Department Assistant.
Early Small Business Experience
Inglewood, CA
- Assisted in the daily operations of a family owned restaurant from a young age, gaining firsthand insight into the operational challenges faced by small businesses.
- Developed an understanding of the critical role legislation plays in fostering the success of small businesses in underserved communities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (Law and Society Emphasis)
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA 08.2023 - 09/2025
Associate of Arts - Political Science and Government
El Camino College
Torrance, CA 08.2020 - 01/2023
St. Monica Preparatory
Santa Monica, CAHawthorne High School
Hawthorne, CASkills
- Policy Research & Analysis
- Legislative Processes
- Public Administration
- Urban Planning
- Civil Rights
- Environmental Legislation
- Economic Development
- Exceptional Public Speaking
- Professional Verbal & Written Communication
- Persuasive Communication
- Active Listening
- Editing & Proofreading
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM Platforms
- LegalFile
- Google Suite
- Document Preparation & Filing
- Case Management
- Information Synthesis
- Data Organization
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Keen Observation
- Multi-tasking
- Constituent Outreach
- Relationship Building
- Needs Assessment
- Diverse Population Engagement
Certification
- Valid California Class C Driver's License
- Valid California Guard Card
Timeline
Solar Energy Consultant
LGCY
08.2024 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (Law and Society Emphasis)
University of California, Riverside
08.2023 - 09/2025
Legal Department Assistant
Pico Mobility
12.2021 - 02.2022
Warehouse Associate
Pico Mobility
08.2021 - 11.2021
Associate of Arts - Political Science and Government
El Camino College
08.2020 - 01/2023
Early Small Business Experience
St. Monica Preparatory
Hawthorne High School