Monica Oseguera Rodriguez
San Diego
Summary
Interdisciplinary professional with graduate-level training in humanitarian action and extensive experience in public service, disaster response, and social systems. Bring an applied, student-centered approach that connects theory to real-world practice through critical thinking, ethics, and community engagement. Committed to inclusive learning environments that encourage thoughtful discussion and social responsibility.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer
American Red Cross
San Diego, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Participated in community emergency responses, collecting and conveying critical incident information within standard protocols
- Communicated safety procedures and response updates with volunteers and team leads to support coordinated action
- Demonstrated the ability to guide individuals through structured processes under pressure
Intern, Resilience Division - Readiness Branch
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted in developing and communicating structured emergency planning and preparedness content aligned with federal readiness frameworks
- Prepared clear incident summaries, procedural notes, and status documentation used to support team understanding and decision-making
- Supported cross-team coordination and communication during readiness exercises and operational reviews
- Facilitated understanding of complex emergency frameworks through documentation and guided discussions with team members
Education
M.S. - Humanitarian Action
University of San Diego
B.S. - International Security and Conflict Resolution – Justice in the Global System
San Diego State University
A.S. - Administration of Justice – Law Enforcement
San Diego Miramar College
Skills
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Task delegation
- Policy enforcement
- Crisis management
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal skills
Teaching & Instructional Experience
Supported and co-facilitated five FEMA-hosted webinars designed to educate 300+ employees per session on emergency management concepts, policy considerations, and applied response frameworks
Certification
- Harvard University (edX) – Certificate in U.S. Public Policy: Social, Economic, and Foreign Policies
- FEMA Center for Domestic Preparedness
- Health Sector Emergency Preparedness
- Environmental Health Training in Emergency Response
- Introduction to Nuclear Regulatory (NUREG): Radiological Emergency Preparedness
- Basics of WebEOC: Emergency Communications
- Planning Guidance for Response to a Nuclear Detonation
- Personal Protective Equipment Considerations for Infectious Agents
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Office for Bombing Prevention
- Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Awareness and Safety Procedures
- Toxic Gas-Forming Reactions Training
- Homemade Explosive (HME) and Precursor Awareness for Public Safety
Timeline
Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer
American Red Cross
01.2025 - Current
Intern, Resilience Division - Readiness Branch
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
01.2024 - 01.2025
B.S. - International Security and Conflict Resolution – Justice in the Global System
San Diego State University
A.S. - Administration of Justice – Law Enforcement
San Diego Miramar College
M.S. - Humanitarian Action
University of San Diego