Xavier Figueroa
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Well-organized administrative specialist experienced in quantitative and qualitative research, with advanced multitasking and time management abilities developed over 2+ years of archaeological research, military, and administrative experience. Commended for consistently driving team success with knowledgeable application of company procedures and leadership. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite & Adobe Creative Cloud with expertise in database management and analytical problem solving.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Archaeological Field Technician
WSP (Formerly Wood PLC)
Burlington, ON
5 2021 - Current
- Determined strategic priorities, outlined proper excavation methods and dispersed daily team tasks at each site to maximize efficiency and enhance time management.
- Excavated and assessed hundreds of artifacts in exact detail specializing in Archaic, Middle and Late Woodland period stone tools, ceramics, faunal and human skeletal remains.
- Actively participated and excelled in Stages 1-4 of archaeological assessments as outlined by Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries.
- Built lasting professional relationships with fellow archaeologists and indigenous liaisons through information sharing, effective communication, team-building exercises and promoting advancements in field through collaboration and collective research.
Registry Support Assistant
Immigration And Refugee Board
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in managing immigration and refugee case registry system NOVA, ensuring accuracy of case files and records.
- Coordinated with legal professionals and stakeholders to schedule hearings and meetings with Microsoft Teams.
- Responded to inquiries from applicants, legal representatives and board members regarding case status and procedures with Microsoft Outlook.
- Played critical role in supporting efficient processing of immigration and refugee cases, exceeding completed quotas for case files daily by 50%.
Office Administrator
Canadian Armed Forces
, ON
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Input, tracked, edited and analyzed data concerning sensitive protected items and documents surpassing 1000+ and released to multiple departments in efficient manner.
- Revamped record system to higher industrialized standard that resulted in 50% faster inputs and streamlined processing of weekly inventory counts.
- Acted as second-in-command for distribution of supplies to soldiers in training courses; took over command when necessary and as required allowing for efficient training turnovers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology - With Honours
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON 09.2014 - 04.2020
Skills
Planning and development
Microsoft Office Suite competency
Report writing, documentation and preparation
Exceptional team communicator
Intermediate use of Adobe Creative Cloud
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Inventory management and organization
Correspondence Sensitivity Management
Expense Reporting
Database Management
Scheduling appointments
Timeline
Registry Support Assistant
Immigration And Refugee Board
01.2023 - 05.2023
Office Administrator
Canadian Armed Forces
01.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology - With Honours
McMaster University
09.2014 - 04.2020
Archaeological Field Technician
WSP (Formerly Wood PLC)
5 2021 - Current