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Oscar Lujan

Richmond

Summary

Adaptable and hard working professional with multi faceted work and life experience including in depth knowledge in general food service, team management, event security, construction, volunteer outreach, disaster response and recovery. An advocate for culturally diverse and community driven work.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Corps Member

AmeriCorps NCCC
06.2020 - 05.2021

FEMA Hurricane Irma Response and Recovery - Lafayette LA and Pensacola FL


  • Worked with disaster relief staff to translate written instructions to survivors.
  • Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
  • Provided emotional support to survivors who had experienced hurricane related trauma.
  • Completed debris removal, mucking, gutting, and tarping of homes and neighborhoods affected my storms


FEMA COVID-19 Response - Los Angeles CA and Oakland CA

  • Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients in predominantly marginalized neighborhoods.
  • Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources
  • Organized and carried out community outreach to dispel myths about vaccination efforts, specifically amongst Latino communities
  • Set up and operated mobile vaccinations sites in the neighborhoods of Crenshaw and Canoga Park.


Habitat for Humanity - Helena MT and Red Lodge MT


  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
  • Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.


Food Bank Staff - Helena MT and Sacramento CA


  • Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Packaged up nonperishable food items for food bank visitors.
  • Collected donations from local organizations, businesses and residents to increase supplies and meet demand.
  • Distributed food boxes with carefully selected essentials to families in need in marginalized areas
  • Facilitated community outreach in Yolo, CA to expand participation and support in latino communities

Event Security/Staff

The Broadberry Entertainment Group
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Cooperated with security personnel and law enforcement to share information and coordinate responses to security incidents.
  • Monitored guests for compliance with safety and security protocols, raising any issue with security.

Back of House Staff Member

Lift Coffee Shop
07.2024 - Current
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Followed operational procedures and enforced product standards, quality and consistency.
  • Packed and unpacked shipments, reporting discrepancies and keeping precise log of receipts.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Washington Liberty High School
Arlington
05-2020

Skills

  • Crisis communication
  • Emergency management
  • Incident response
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Community relations
  • Community outreach

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Back of House Staff Member

Lift Coffee Shop
07.2024 - Current

Event Security/Staff

The Broadberry Entertainment Group
04.2023 - 09.2023

Corps Member

AmeriCorps NCCC
06.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness

Virginia Commonwealth University

High School Diploma -

Washington Liberty High School
Oscar Lujan