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Jose Amaya

Location
tacoma, WA (US)
Work Category
Customer Service
Interests
Business partnerships, Job opportunities, References, Ways to stay in touch
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Currently working on...
Setting up a running event "4 mile hill challenge run" on a very scenic hilly trail location. The event is on February 27th and we expect 1000 participants to show.

About Me

I am a hard working individual who puts an importance on honesty and integrity. Call it a big heart but I enjoy the feeling of helping others. My last job was very enjoyable but due to layoff I had to look for work elsewhere. I come from a large family that is very proud to know that I succeed in every task I take. I know the next company I work for will see me become part of the companies elite employees. I have so much to offer to any company willing to take a chance. My efforts and professionalism will go a long way in my journey to succeed in what ever company I work for.

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES & LEADERSHIP

•Assistant Coach: Long distance running
•Website Design: For Track Club's and family members.
•Member of Aztlan Track Club: Fundraising and Scholarships
•Member of Track & Field Committee: Timer
•Member of Aztlan TC Running Committee: Photography and running events
•Member of OSU Track & Field: Participating in running events nationally
•Member of All American HS Athlete: Participating in running events nationally
•Member of Comcast Softball Team: Organized and participated in league events

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

•Teacher - Taught Spanish speaking migrant workers basic English
•Facilitator at grade level meetings – Agenda & Reporting
•Coordinator of food Program - Food bank
•Volunteer Community Service - Mentoring students
•Teacher- Taught elderly students basic computer skills

COMPUTER SKILLS

Windows 2000 & XP; Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Office Outlook, Office Accounting 2008, Office Publisher, etc..); Internet Research; Music Software;

CREDENTIALS / PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

•Bilingual Customer Service Representative
•Computer Security
•Cable, Computer and Television Installation
•CPR & First Aide Training (EMS Safety Services)



Work Experience

  • Jul 2007 - present
    tacoma, WA (US)
    Administrative Assistant
    Self Employed
    Work with various aspects of a successful cross-country and track programs, involved in the recruiting process of prospective student athletes, placing phone calls, speaking with high school coaches, athletes and parents, attending high school meets, supporting various running events including 5k, 10k,and other distances.I am director of running events particularly registration, timing and results.
  • Nov 1997 - Aug 2007
    beaverton, OR (US)
    Bilingual Representative/Tech Support
    Comcast
    Communicated professionally with customers, technicians, and support personnel in reassuring telephony, computer, and video cable services are working properly. Using multiple computer programs to verify, repair, and analyze the quality of our services.
  • Sep 1991 - Sep 1997
    auburn, WA (US)
    Bilingual Representative
    Dept of Social Security
    Helping customers process disability, retirement and SSI insurance benefits including social security cards. Using multiple computer programs to verify and award benefits.
  • Oct 1985 - Jul 1991
    santa ana, CA (US)
    Street Maintenance
    City of Santa Ana
    Repair and maintain city streets including city lighting. I drove many vehicles including a backhoe, bucket and flatbed trucks. Oversee all traffic signs in the city and drove a street sweeper in according to city policy and codes.

Education

  • 1980 - 1981
    Associate's - Teachers Certificate
    California State University
  • 1973 - 1977
    Bachelor's - Liberal Arts
    Oregon State University
  • 1969 - 1972
    Associate's - Education
    Wilson High School
    Los Angeles California Unified School District.