Alan Parrish

*** ****** *****

Goodlettsville, TN 37072

615-***-****

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

REFERENCES:

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