Thomas Dunklin
Phoenix
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in training support, compliance monitoring, legal assistance, and public service. Proven success in onboarding, federal program oversight, and internal process coordination. Known for reliability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. United States Marine Corps veteran, experienced in fast-paced, high-stakes environments requiring discretion and accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CAPS Capacity Development Coordinator
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Child & Community Services Division
02.2025 - Current
- Plan and coordinate compliance file reviews and in-person monitoring visits.
- Support CSBG reporting and communication between agencies and internal teams.
Inventory Specialist
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Child & Community Services Division
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Reviewed USDA inventory reports for CSFP and TEFAP programs.
- Conducted site visits and trained food banks on compliance tracking and reporting.
- Resolved issues with federal food deliveries and maintained inventory accuracy.
Benefits & Eligibility Specialist
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Child & Community Services Division
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Supported onboarding of new hires and contributed to training initiatives.
- Processed over 5,000 rental and utility assistance applications with 90%+ accuracy.
- Responded to high call volume, delivering timely support and issue resolution.
Legal Assistant
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Office of Inspector General
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Processed unemployment benefit appeals and ensured procedural compliance.
- Assisted with team leadership tasks and trained incoming legal assistants.
Legal Assistant
Law Offices of Omar and Hampton
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Handled deposition scheduling and provided administrative legal support.
Corporal (E-4)
United States Marine Corps
09.2011 - 09.2015
- Served as Administrative Chief, managing personnel files and compliance documentation.
Education
Associate Degree -
Estrella Mountain Community College
05.2024
Skills
- Staff Onboarding & Training
- Program Compliance & Monitoring (CSBG, TEFAP, CSFP)
- Federal & State Reporting Legal Documentation
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Scheduling & Communication
- Customer Service & Call Center Operations
- File & Records Management Typing: 40 WPM
- Educational leadership
- Learning analytics
- Policy analysis
- Teacher training
Timeline
CAPS Capacity Development Coordinator
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Child & Community Services Division
02.2025 - Current
Inventory Specialist
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Child & Community Services Division
05.2024 - 02.2025
Benefits & Eligibility Specialist
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Child & Community Services Division
09.2022 - 05.2024
Legal Assistant
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Office of Inspector General
06.2021 - 09.2022
Legal Assistant
Law Offices of Omar and Hampton
11.2020 - 04.2021
Corporal (E-4)
United States Marine Corps
09.2011 - 09.2015
Associate Degree -
Estrella Mountain Community College
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