*** ******** **** ? Sanford, FL ***** ? 321-***-**** ?
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Joshua M. Jordan-Gant
Objective
To advance my career in retail/food service management through on the job
training, experience and advanced specialized training provided in house or
thru private companies.
Summary
. Currently a Sworn State of Florida Law Enforcement Officer
. 3 years of law enforcement experience, 2 years of Management
experience.
. Worked as a manager in training at Burger King in 2008 (Lake
Mary Location)
. Worked as a team leader at Trugreen ChemLawn managing a team
that produced more than 1,000,000 a year in production.
. Worked as a crew trainer/chief at McDonalds for one year.
. I have a strong knowledge in closing, opening and managing day
to day as well as scheduling as it relates to retail and
government operations.
. Strong management skills with years of training and experience
Skills and Accomplishments
Eatonville Police Department
Mid 2009
Received training per Chief Brown of the Eatonville Police Department
after being asked to be the Media Liaison for the Eatonville Police
Department.
Burger King
Mid 2008
Worked as a crew member for about 1 month and passed the manager
assessment tests to become a shift manager on the track to become a store
manager.
Other Skills and Accomplishments
A vast and wide variety of skills in computer technology
Fluent in dealing with typing, word based and data base entry systems.
Designed and implemented a Field Contact Database for the Eatonville Police
Department using above stated programs.
Designed, developed and wrote a 10+ page proposal for crime reduction and
citizen satisfaction improvement for the Eatonville Police Department.
Media Relations Skills
Management skills
Professional Experience
May 14, 2008- Current
Eatonville Police Department
Eatonville, Florida
Police Officer/ Public Relations Officer/ Patrol/ Taser Instructor/Grant
Writer
To insure the safety and provide services to protect and insure the good
order of the town as well as appeasing the citizens of the Town of
Eatonville and all others who are temporarily residing in or passing
through the town. While employed at the Eatonville Police Department I have
been afforded the opportunity to work in several different areas and cross
train for different positions. My duties also include providing the media
and citizens with information as designated by the Chief of Police.
Feb 01, 2008- Approx. May 14, 2008
Burger King
Lake Mary, FL
Management Trainee
I was employed at Burger King for approximately (1) month before moving
into a management role. Opened and closed, made nightly deposits, handled
daily check lists and tasks assigned by the store manager. I was only
employed at Burger King for a short period of time because I returned to
police work.
2004- 2009
TruGreen Chem Lawn
Orlando, Florida
While employed with this company I moved up to team leader over
several other candidates with longer tenures. I. I have over 3 years of
combined employment with this company, only leaving from full time status
to become a police officer. While holding the title of Aeration Team
Leader, which was a position that did not exist until I presented the
concept to the Branch Manager, I organized and directly over saw the
operation of approximately 7-8 full time employees. I was also actively
involved in the training of new team members. I was also in customer
service answering and solving customer complaint and issues via phone and
in person. Making over the phone sales was also a part of the position.
2004-2004
Radio Shack
Lake Mary, FL
While employed at Radio Shack I was involved in the sales and
setup of cell phone systems to include going to customers place of business
and trouble shooting wireless issues. Employee of the month in mid 2004.
Education
Degrees
2006- Current
Seminole Community College
Lake Mary, Florida
Criminal Justice
Basic Law Enforcement Academy, 12/2006
Criminal Justice/Public Safety A.S., In Progress/ Currently Enrolled
Business Management A.S, In Progress
Certifications
2006- Current
Deland/Eatonville Police Departments
Deland/Eatonville, Florida
While employed with both agencies, I have successfully earned D.A.V.I.D.
and FCIC/NCIC certifications, which are current and up to date. A
certification in Medial/Public Relations from Mid Florida Tech in 2009. All
other standard police officer certifications are up to date. Attended
advanced training courses in FDLE Instructor Course, High Risk Search
Warrant, first response to active shooter as well as Taser Instructor and
Defensive Tactics Instructor. Serve Safe certifications in the past. Online
Burger King management classes as well as standard training classes.
Awards
AFJROTC, Several Awards Received / Seminole High School
NJRTOC, Several Awards Received / Lake Mary High School
Civil Air Patrol, One Promotion received / Sanford Branch
Radio Shack, Employee of the Month / Lake Mary Store
Comments from Supervisors
DM of Burger King at the time I was employed stated that I
would make a great candidate for a management position with the company and
was key in fast tracking me into management at the time of my employment.