Ricardo Ornelas is seeking a position in policy, planning, and research utilizing his skills in management, communications, and cultural awareness. He has a Bachelor of Arts in City Studies and Human Geography from the University of Toronto expected in Spring 2019, along with work experience as a meat cutter, server, and volunteer experience as a therapeutic riding horse leader and election scrutineer. He is fluent in English and Spanish with proficiency in software like PSPP and Microsoft Office.

1. RICARDO ALFONSO ORNELAS
33 Tournament Dr, Toronto, ON M2P 1K1
Cell Phone: (647) 918-0695
ricardo.ornelas@mail.utoronto.ca
OBJECTIVE
A position in the field of Policy, Planning & Research utilizing acquired skills in management,
communications and enhanced cultural awareness.
Education
University of Toronto, Scarborough, Toronto, ON Expected Spring 2019
Bachelor of Arts
 Double Major in City Studies and Human Geography
 Minor in Economics for Management Studies
Employment Experience
Meat cutter May 2014 – August 2015
Bradt’s Butcher Block & Italian Grocer Leamington, ON
 Receiving and storing meat products in accordance with sanitary and health regulations to maintain
meat quality
 Cut and prepare meats for retail counter prep
 Took a leadership role by utilizing thorough knowledge of policies and procedures to train new
associates and was designated by management as a ‘Trainer’
 Customer service responsibilities; aiding and information, weigh meats and sell meats, problem
solving applied to customer challenges, answering the telephone, working closely with the
employers and managers to deliver the best possible service
 Demonstrated ability to manage a fast-paced environment by efficiently being able to attend
customers in peak hours.
 Equipment and machinery experience, general cleaning, and sanitation
 Excellent communication skills developed through experience with customers
Server July 2011, February 2013
Carmen’s Catering Leamington, ON
 Prepare the tables and banquet area before the guests arrive.
 Lay table line, set plates and silverware.
 Fill water pitchers and brew coffee,
 Serve the food and drinks to the guests in an effective way.
 Clean dishes and prepare them for the dishwashers.
 Clear the tables of any remaining items and bring them back to the respective storage place.
Volunteer Experience
Therapeutic Riding Horse Leader June 2012 – May 2014
Speqtra Leamington, ON
 Prepared the horse for the lessons by placing the saddle and grooming the horse.
 Was competitive, efficient, hardworking and enthusiastic

2.  Provided help while in lessons by facilitating the student ride horses
 Assisted the riding instructor with what was needed during the lesson
 Made sure that the student was safe while riding the horse.
 Worked with children and got them comfortable with riding horses.
Scrutineer October 5th
, 2011
Conservative Party Leamington, ON
 Was on time at the polling station.
 Checked off the voters and made sure that the polling station closed right on time.
 Made sure the box containing the votes was sealed.
 Held each ballot as it was counted to determine if there was a discrepancy between scrutineers.
 Verified that the count sheet and the poll clerk’s sheet matched.
Childcare Worker September – October 2010
St. Michael’s Catholic Church Leamington, ON
 Planned and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the
children in the program.
 Provided nutritious snacks and lunches.
 Provided adequate equipment and activities.
 Ensured equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained and safe at all times.
Professional Affiliations
Student Member of the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) January 2017– Present
Technical Skills
Languages:
 Fluent in English & Spanish
Software Experience:
Proficient in:
 PSPP
 Microsoft Office
Knowledge of:
 QGIS
 ArcGIS
 Microsoft Project
Highlight of Qualifications:
 Able to handle and complete challenging tasks in a busy work environment
 Dedicated, punctual and extremely well organized
 Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills
 Competitive, efficient, hardworking and enthusiastic
 Eager to accept new responsibilities and challenges
 Able to follow project management techniques effectively
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST