Delvyn L. Taplin
E-mail: ***********@*****.*** / Phone 832-***-****
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Core Competencies
** ***** ** ************ ************ management and leadership skills
Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and nonverbal
Work Experience
Conductor Union Pacific Railroad, Houston, TX 2004-2015
Responsible for safe, reliable and efficient train operation and movement
Performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks requiring sound judgment and quick response, as well as written, verbal, and nonverbal communication
Ensured compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration
Successful completion of Union Pacific’s Courage to Care professional training program
Recognition received for 10 years of service and commitment to Union Pacific
Manager of Yard Operations Union Pacific Railroad, Houston, TX 2010-2012
Managed railroad terminal operations and worked on specific logistics projects
Managed crew consisting of conductors and engineers
Conducted FTXS (Field Training Exercises) and debriefed crew members
Attended investigation hearings and provided depositions when FTXS results were contested
Customer Service Representative United Health Care 2003-2004
Resolved customer complaints and assisted with insurance claims questions
Maintained customer records and updated account information
Residential Counselor Jamie’s House 2000-2003
Mentored students (ages 8-17) and assisted with family and doctor’s visits
Chaperoned youth outings to cultural and entertainment venues
Disease Intervention Specialist City of Houston 1992-2003
Performed disease intervention activities related to the control of communicable disease among city residents, including conducting confidential interviews
Followed established protocol to assure compliance with reporting laws and regulations
Education
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX (1992)