Stella Kasyan
Portland, OR 97205
T 503. 750. 8945
ablt2a@r.postjobfree.com
objective
Seeking a position in the field of human services requiring an effective communicator with excellent
problem solving skills and the ability to work with diverse populations.
Experience
Translator & Receptionist, Rose City Defense Consortium, Portland, Or. Nov. 2009 - Jun. 2010
First point of contact for all court appointed clients seeking help. Facilitating communication between
the attorney and the client, often relaying information to the client. Creating all court appointed client
files, requesting police reports, sending out upcoming court date notices as well as warrant notices by
mail. Translating for Russian speaking clients, explaining their police reports and accompanying
attorneys in jail to discuss further options.
General Manager, A&S Transport, Aloha, Or. Aug. 2007 - Nov. 2009
Main contact for all customers, freight brokers and truck drivers via telephone and e-mail. Maintaining
a close relationship with customers and brokers, as well as reporting all freight moves and
documenting driver hours. Additionally, being the main ‘problem solver’ in case of an emergency or
accident.
Sales Associate, Nordstrom, Portland, Or. Jan. 2004 - Aug. 2007
Competitive commission-based selling in a customer centered environment. Opening and closing
department, department merchandising, contacting customers for events by telephone and mail, as
well as working with Loss Prevention when necessary.
Education
Portland State University, Portland, Oregon Philosophy, 2011*
Skills
I have a keen interest in people’s health and well-being, with a specific focus on housing and basic
human services. I have the ability to keep sensitive information confidential, and my philosophy
background in morality, epistemology and logic help me to process information and propose
innovative solutions.
I speak fluent Russian and pride myself on my ability to stay positive and calm in stressful situations.
References available upon request