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SHILAN AHMAH

Richmond,BC

Summary

Detail-oriented and resourceful law clerk with expertise in legal documentation, compliance, court findings, and record-keeping. Highly skilled in legal, administrative, and clerical procedures, with a strong ability to manage high workloads and adapt to changing priorities. Dedicated to assisting attorneys with document preparation and compilation. Thrives in dynamic, high-pressure environments, maintaining focus and efficiency under tight deadlines.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Intelligence Monitor (on Call)

Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit – BC
09.2024 - Current

+ Obtained an RCMP Top Secret Security clearance

+ Performing real-time, legally authorized, electronic telecommunications surveillance of persons, locations and devices

+ Listening to, analyzing, and summarizing live and recorded intercepted communications for criminal investigations

+ Analyzing communications and data to establish relevant information of persons of interest

+ Preparing transcripts of certain communications intercepted and recorded for investigative purposes.

+ Wearing a headset, with exposure to extended periods of audio and/or video, that may contain graphic content

General Manager

Uncle Sal's Shawarma
01.2017 - Current

+ Effectively manage payroll including completion of proper paperwork for new hires and terminations

+ Plan and direct staffing, training, and performance evaluation to develop and control sales and services

+ Receive food and beverage delivery, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity

+ Inspect and clean food preparation areas and ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature

Customer Service Ambassador

Dexterra
04.2017 - 03.2020

+ Directing and guiding passengers through customs and immigration points at Port-of-Entry (POE)

+ Greeting passengers and professionally handling general inquiries

+ Reporting any safety, security, or environmental issues to the airport Operations Center

+ Anticipating passenger volumes and proactively adapting processes

+ Proactively engaging passengers requiring additional customer service care and attention

+ Operating the Cruise Program in the summer

+ Providing orientation to passengers navigating through terminals

+ Managing information desks in domestic, international & carousel areas

+ Working weekends, weekdays, morning and night shifts

+ Making schedule for specific international and domestic flights

Family and Youth Outreach Worker

S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
01.2017 - 03.2017

+ Provided recruitment and outreach services to youth at risk

+ Immigrants, and refugee families

+ Facilitated the intake processes by meeting clients, explaining the program

+ Understood clients' situations and completing the necessary forms

+ Provided settlement counselling and practical assistance to clients

+ Conducted life skills, literacy and essential skills workshops for families

+ Responsible for writing reports and general administrative work

+ Attended division staff meeting and training opportunities as required

+ Carried out employment barrier assessments, cover letter & resume building assistance, as well as job search support

Sales Associate

Polo Ralph Lauren
10.2015 - 01.2017

+ Proficiently performed receiving, merchandising & inventory control

+ Provided product expertise and carried out sales in line with personal targets and sales quotas

+ Completed cashier transactions

+ Ensured an exceptional customer experience at the store level

+ Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

+ Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.

+ Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.

+ Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Office Clerk

Darweish Firm
05.2011 - 01.2013

+ Scheduled clients appointments and consultations

+ Kept case files up to date

+ Supported attorneys in filing appeal briefs before Supreme Court

+ Gathered and analyzed state and federal status and precedents

+ Execute between court officers, Department of Family Services officials and clients

+ Attended annual meeting and weekly training to remain up to date on industry best practices and policy

+ Learned throughout my education in high school nationalism lessons and how justice system works

+ Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.

+ Handled incoming business and client requests for information.

+ Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.

Education

Diploma - Criminology

Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Richmond, BC
12.2022

High School Diploma - undefined

South Hill Education Center
Vancouver, BC
11.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Early Childhood Education

University of Damascus
Damascus, Syria
06.2013

Skills

  • Advanced Proficiency in English
  • Advanced Proficiency in Arabic
  • Advanced Proficiency in Kurdish

Volunteer Experience

  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) 2022- Current
    I have obtained Enhanced clearance through my volunteer work with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Richmond. In this role, I am responsible for promoting public safety at borough parks, schools, and special events. I excel at building and maintaining relationships with community residents and borough officials. My duties involve coordinating traffic, maintaining order, and monitoring for suspicious activities during community parades, street fairs, block parties, and other events. Additionally, I work with fellow volunteers to conduct license plate checks and record the plate numbers of vehicles that fail to stop at stop signs. I also perform bike and van patrols around Richmond to enhance community safety, assist the police in gathering data, and report any observed illegal activities.
  • South Central Montessori Child Care Centre, Early Childhood Development, Richmond, BC, 01/17, 12/17, Completed 50 hours of volunteer work with children ages 1 to 6, Assisted with activities designed to stimulate child learning
  • MOSAIC, Refugee Resettlement, Vancouver, BC, 01/17, 12/17, Provided bilateral and multilateral interpretation for Kurdish and Arabic speaking newcomers in Canada, Assisted clients with their search for housing and services (banking, medical, etc.)

Awards

  • Security Worker Licence, Justice Institute of BC 2020
  • Emergency First Aid & CPR, Canadian Red Cross, 01/2017
  • Mental Health First Aid, Mental Health Commission of Canada, 01/2017
  • Applied Suicide Intervention, LivingWorks Education, 01/2017
  • Safe Talk Suicide Alertness, LivingWorks Education, 01/2017
  • Bullying In The Workplace, LivingWorks Education, 01/2017
  • Office Health & Safety, LivingWorks Education, 01/2017
  • Keyboarding Course, Vancouver Community College 2018

Timeline

Intelligence Monitor (on Call)

Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit – BC
09.2024 - Current

Customer Service Ambassador

Dexterra
04.2017 - 03.2020

General Manager

Uncle Sal's Shawarma
01.2017 - Current

Family and Youth Outreach Worker

S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
01.2017 - 03.2017

Sales Associate

Polo Ralph Lauren
10.2015 - 01.2017

Office Clerk

Darweish Firm
05.2011 - 01.2013

High School Diploma - undefined

South Hill Education Center

Diploma - Criminology

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Early Childhood Education

University of Damascus
SHILAN AHMAH