11181 Endry Street, Garden Grove, CA 92841 (714) 306-5671 bsparkins@hotmail.

com

Brian S. Parkins
Academic Laboratory Scientist and Computer Professional with nearly 8 years of experience
in many different environments. Experienced in a challenging and fast paced environment;
demonstrated ability to work under pressure; able to interact with various age groups and communicate
despite language barriers; proficient in computer keyboarding and office equipment with an extensive
knowledge of Windows platforms and various office software applications; able to take and follow directions.
Currently enrolled in the Bachelors of Science program at California State University Fullerton with a
concentration in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, with 3 years of lab experience using a wide variety of
lab equipment and procedures.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MARRIOTTS NEWPORT COAST VILLAS, Newport Coast, CA

(2007 - 2008)

Loss Prevention Resort Safety & Security

Responsible for the safety and well-being of the resort, homeowners, guests and associates
Enforcing rules and policies, patrolling the property, documenting any hazards or suspicious activity,
investigating and documenting incidents and injuries, performing basic first aid and follow-up, as well as
answering general questions about the property and the company
Handled Shipping and Receiving position for the entire resort, receiving and delivering nearly 40
packages a day to employees and guests, as well as handling any business-related or personal items
that were to be shipped
Tasked with general office work which included the reviewing and proper filing of all reports for the
property delegated to the department, which included injury and incident reports

BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT, Irvine, CA

(2005 - 2006)

Game Master (In-game Customer Support)

Completed work assignments in accordance with strict daily deadlines

Demonstrated excellent interpretation and knowledge of policies and procedures through in-house
monitoring
Received outstanding reports of customer interaction, showing emphasis on courtesy, accuracy,
spelling and grammar
Responded appropriately to urgent and delicate situations
Acquired intensive experience dealing with aggressive and argumentative customers, as well as
customers whose primary language was not English

STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND, Santa Ana, CA

(2004 - 2005)

Workers Compensation Insurance Representative

Contacted parties involved, collected information and took action within 7 working days
Operated under strict State rules, regulations and guidelines, and adapted to changes in the laws
Interpreted and wrote legal procedures, rules and guidelines as they pertained to claims
Heavy phone experience including interacting with adjusters, requesting information and answering
questions
Oversaw program enhancements testing for the State Benefit Information System (BIS)

DISNEYLAND, Anaheim, CA
Lead Steward (2004)

Managed up to seven employees

Trained new hires and cross-trained current employees
Documented shift issues for lead and management reference
Accountable for closing area and preparing for next shift
Monitored hazardous and non-hazardous material
Responsible for materials safety data (MSD) sheets
Submitted health and safety (HAACP) forms
Reviewed and authorized payroll sheets
Participated as a member of fast paced back of house team

(2002 - 2004)

Substituted as Lead position, supervising up to six employees

Monitored process flow and averted machinery malfunction

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PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

2 semesters of study at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea

Gross, cellular and molecular biology and inorganic and organic chemistry lab experience including
aseptic techniques, culture preparations, and a wide variety of laboratory equipment (GC, HPLC, Mass
Spectrometry, PCR, Fluorescence microscopy)
Built three personal computers from Internet contacts and local suppliers
Repaired, maintained and upgraded existing hardware on personal computers
Experienced with Windows 3.1, 3.11, 95, 98, ME, NT4.0, 2000, XP, Vista, 7
Experienced with openSUSE and RedHat Linux, limited experience with Mac OSX
Experienced with all MS Office applications
Developed and implemented new software applications for school and personal use

EDUCATION

California State University, Fullerton, CA (2010-2014) Bachelors of Science, Molecular Biology,

Chemistry Minor
Fullerton College, Fullerton, CA (2008 2010) Associate of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies Math and
Science
Liberty Christian High School, Huntington Beach, CA, graduated June 2002

CERTIFICATIONS

California Licensed Proprietary Private Security Officer

California Licensed Private Security Officer
Certified Lodging Security Officer
American Red Cross CPR & AED for the Professional Rescuer
American Red Cross Basic First Aid