Sales Representative High School
Resume:
Alan Parrish
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
OBJECTIVE: To gain employment with a solid company that can utilize my
skills and abilities.
GENERAL PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: Previously employed as a Sales
Representative, Correctional Officer/Detention Deputy, Security Officer,
and Auto Detail Specialist.
ABOUT ME: As a worker, I am industrious, efficient, and dedicated. Every
morning I wake up and get ready for work, I make a maximum effort to make
it the best day it can be, both for the customer and for myself. I enjoy
getting to work early and leaving only when I am no longer needed. I also
enjoy seeing a customer leave with a smile, no matter how their day had
been before.
DETAILED EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
* Security Officer/Sergeant - April 2009-March 2011
Dynamic Security, Inc., Springfield, TN
As the Gate Sergeant, I was responsible for securing the facility, training
officers, ensuring issues with officers are resolved by use of chain of
command, and guarding, patroling, and monitoring premises to prevent theft,
violence, or infractions of rules. I was also responsible for data entry
into a computer system that verified trailer and load data for the
facility. Skills gained include working knowledge of ASNs (Advance
Shipment Notices), Bills of Lading, Shipping/Receiving Manifests, and
Shipping and Receiving procedures.
* Soldier - U.S. Army - June 2008-January 2009
United States Army, Washington, DC
As a Soldier in the United States Army, I was sworn and trained to protect
the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestics, and to
preserve the rights and liberties of the citizens of the United States. I
learned leadership skills, team building skills, and self-defense tactics.
I was also able to train on several weapons systems and tactical maneuvers.
I was unable to finish my contract due to an injury that occured during a
training exercise.
* Art Department Manager - October 2008-April 2009
Hobby Lobby, Madison, TN
Hobby Lobby is a chain of arts and crafts stores, and working as the Art
Department Manager, I was responsible for stocking product, ordering
product, and keeping the department looking ship shape. Yet, first and
foremost, I was responsible for providing excellent customer service, which
was a focal point of mine. I left after the corporate staff decided to
eliminate my position and combine the arts and hobbies sections.
* Sales Representative - April 2008-October 2008
The Mobile Solution, Nashville, TN
The position of sales representative with The Mobile Solution was a fast-
paced one, which included presenting prospective customers with promotional
information with hopes of making a sale. I also helped existing customers
with any issues related to their T-Mobile service and helped solve
technical or mechanical issues related to their phones. The company,
unfortunately, went out of business and I was not retained.
* Auto Detail Specialist - January-April 2008
Harold Orton's Used Cars, Lawrenceburg, TN
At Orton's Used Cars, I started as an Auto Detail Specialist but also
expanded my focus to include EZ-Go and Yamaha golf carts. I serviced the
carts and provided detail work on the vehicles, including paint and
interior work. I also assisted the general manager in retrieving vehicles
purchased at auction and took customers on test drives during busy periods.
This was a seasonal position.
* Detention Deputy - March 2007-January 2008
Perry County Sheriff's Office, Linden, TN
The position of Detention Deputy at Perry County Sheriff's Office included
securing the detention facility, guarding inmates in accordance with
established regulations and procedures, and providing timely and concise
information to detention supervisory staff. In addition, I also served as a
reservist, transporting inmates and assisting full-time road deputies. I
left as a Sergeant during an administrative change.
EDUCATION:
Aug 2008 - Jun 2009
Kaplan Career Institute
Paralegal Studies Major
Nashville, TN
GPA: 4.0
Honors: Dean's List, August 2008-June 2009; NFPL Honor Society, October
2008.
Aug 2004 - Mar 2007
Martin Methodist College
Criminal Justice Major
Pulaski, TN
GPA: 3.2
Major: Criminal Justice
Minor: Psychology
Trained extensively in the Criminal Justice field to include Criminology,
Criminal Investigation, Corrections, Forensic Science, Solutions for
Recidivism, and Juvenile Justice.
Aug 2000 - May 2004
Hunters Lane Comprehensive High School
High School Diploma
Nashville, TN
GPA: 2.98
High School Diploma with Honors
Additional Honors: National Forensic League Degrees of Merit, Honor,
Excellence, and Distinction; National Honor Society; Who's Who Among
American High School Students; Who's Who Among American Poets; and the
International Thespian Society.
SKILLS:
* Able to type 95 wpm
* Expert in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel
* Extensive knowledge of computers and software
* Trained in Corrections, Law enforcement dispatch, and Law enforcement
* Skilled in unarmed self-defense tactics and use of firearms
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