Samuel Ostrander
Washington,DC
Summary
Motivated and dependable professional with diverse experience across customer service, administrative support, and creative roles in both the U.S. and international settings. Proven ability to adapt quickly, communicate effectively, and perform under pressure in high-responsibility positions, such as childcare, HR support, and embassy operations. Strong interpersonal skills, multilingual capabilities, and a commitment to excellence in every task.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Clerk
United States Department of State
Bogotá, Colombia
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Streamlined visa application and accreditation processes for foreign service families.
- Facilitated multiple projects to detail operations of US Foreign Service.
- Developed advertisements to promote upcoming Human Resources Office events.
ISC Assistant
United States Department of State
Bogotá, Colombia
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Created memos, letters, emails, reports, presentations as requested by management.
- Created an online community space promoting the United States Embassy in Bogotá, Colombia, to stateside families and employees.
- Assisted in collecting and filing inventory for the Interagency Security Committee.
Dog Walker
Private Client
Seattle, WA
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Monitored dog behavior and health, reporting any concerns to owners immediately.
- Assisted with bathing and grooming dogs prior to or after walks.
- Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
Bassist
Private Band
Bogotá, Colombia
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Executed musical notation while adhering to conductor instructions for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with director and advised intermediate musicians to enhance overall performance.
- Mastered over 12 songs on short notice for live performances with 10-member band.
Babysitter
Private Employers
Bogotá, Colombia
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Created a secure environment for children to explore curiosity and creativity.
- Trained to assist children during allergenic emergencies, ensuring prompt response.
Education
Currently Enrolled - Behavioral Neuroscience
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Colegio Nueva Granada
Bogotá, Colombia05-2024
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Strength
- Physical fitness
- Honest and dependable
- Microsoft office
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Organized
- Time management
Affiliations
- Captain of varsity basketball team, with two straight city league titles.
- Bassist for high school rock band that qualified as top 30 in the United States.
- Tri-M Music Honors Society.
- 40+ hours of validated community service through Colegio Nueva Granada and the US Embassy in Bogota, Colombia.
- Created a program at my high school to coach and teach basketball to 4th and 5th grade students.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Vietnamese
Limited
Certification
- PADI and SSI Advanced Open Water Diver & Nitrox with 120+ dives.
Timeline
Dog Walker
Private Client
07.2024 - 07.2024
Babysitter
Private Employers
12.2023 - 06.2024
Bassist
Private Band
02.2023 - 02.2023
ISC Assistant
United States Department of State
12.2022 - 01.2023
HR Clerk
United States Department of State
06.2022 - 07.2022
Currently Enrolled - Behavioral Neuroscience
University of Virginia
High School Diploma -
Colegio Nueva Granada
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