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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

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
Xavier Figueroa