RODRIGO GARCIA
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78207
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Career Objectives
Seeking a position in a professional environment where I can utilize my skills and experience.
Work History
Oct 12, 2011 - Nov 18, 2011
The Law Office of Kevin Stouwie - San Antonio, Texas
Bi-lingual Paralegal
Research and gather possible client, legal and related information through websites. Gather evidence and other materials to be used in parole packets. Assist in preparation of legal parole packets to be taken to Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. Bi-lingual public relations with clients and their relatives. Handling incoming and outgoing bi-lingual telephone calls. Printing and sending out bi-lingual correspondence. Processing office and outbound paperwork using Needles, Word and Power Point. Translate and process personal and legal material from Spanish into English and vice versa. Create, organize and maintain computerized and hard copy files. Shipping and Receiving. Use of computers, printers, copiers, scanners, credit card machines and multi-line telephones in everyday work. Keep clean and organized my office space and equipment.
For the previous 12 years I did volunteer legal work on immigration, parole, and criminal appeal matters: interviewing, research, gathering evidence, putting together packets and motions to be presented at the corresponding instances, public relations, translating and typing legal documents and personal writings, creating and maintaining files, solving related family issues in order to keep the families together and with a positive frame of mind, seeking financial and other family support with various government and private agencies, general troubleshooting, etc.
Mar 17, 2007 - Apr 29, 2010
T.D.C.J. - Huntsville, Texas
Communications technician
Tested and installed new and used equipment, inspected and maintained equipment and facilities, repaired and replaced equipment following work order and schematics, adjusted or modified equipment to enhance performance, shipping and receiving, etc.
Mar 10, 2003 - Mar 16, 2007
TD.C.J. - Huntsville, Texas
Print shop operator
Operate, install, repair and maintain print shop equipment. Keep equipment area and locale clean and organized. File and organize printing materials. Shipping and receiving.
Sep 20, 2000 - Jun 18, 2003
T.D.C.J. - Huntsville, Texas
Landscaping worker
Operate powered equipment such as mowers, clippers, cutters, chain saws, weed eaters, edgers,
shovels, hoes, etc. Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding,grubbing, removing
thatch. Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, fountains, planters and other grounds
features. Get along and work in harmony with coworkers and other personnel. Follow instructions
and show initiative and positive attitude and creativity.
Jan 01, 1992 - Dec 31, 1999
Self employed --- Import-export business - San Antonio, Texas
Owner - director
Marketing, purchases and sales, bookkeeping, troubleshooting, public relations, merchandise
research and testing, international communications and contacts, travel...
Jun 05, 1979 - Sep 08, 1980
Miki's Restaurant - San Diego, California
Restaurant manager
Supervise 45-50 employees, bookkeeping, A/P-A/R, marketing, public relations, troubleshooting, purchasing, quality control, scheduling, payroll, hiring and firing, substituting for employees who didn't show up for work, etc.
Education
Eastern Oregon State College
Education Level: 2 years college, technical or vocational school
Major: Physics
Minor: Math
Graduated: No
University of New Mexico
Education Level: 2 years college, technical or vocational school
Major: Business Administration
Graduated: No
University of Texas - San Antonio
Education Level: 1 year college, technical or vocational school
Major: Business Administration
Graduated: No
La Grande High School
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
Graduated: Yes
Training
Hallmark Institute of Technology
Electronics
Status: Completed
Computer Skills
Typing Speed: 62 Words Per Minute
Database Software (Oracle, Access, etc)
EMail Software (Outlook, Thunderbird, etc)
Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc)
Peripheral Devices (Scanners, Printers, etc)
Personal Computers
Presentation Software (PowerPoint, Flash, etc)
Spreadsheet Software (Calc, Excel, etc)
Word Processing Software (Word, WordPerfect, etc)
Language Skills
English - Excellent ( Read Write Speak)
Spanish - Excellent ( Read Write Speak)
Additional Skills
Bilingual-Bicultural, International Travel and Contacts, Teaching and Tutoring Experience
Driver's License
Class C - Standard Driver's License
References
Rose Boskind
Family friend
RN Retired
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Joseph Sutch
Project Coworker/Friend
U.S.A.F. Retired
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Maria Elena Cavazos
Program Manager/Friend
Valley Association for Independent Living
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Amy Lynn
Coworker
The Law Office of Kevin Stouwie
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Isabel Franco
Business Owner/Friend
Total Mind and Body Wellness
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Mark Tello
Computer Counselor/ Friend
Texas Work Force
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