MARQUITA CUNNINGHAM
*** ********* **., **********, ** 75057
Phone: 936-***-****
Email: *****@****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Management / Biology
Effective manager with a strong work ethic and 13 years of experience directing and overseeing quality
assurance processes, consistently leading by example in order to provide guidance and proper training to
team members. Versatile employee with an education in science and biology, pursuing a challenging and
exciting opportunity to fully utilize my strengths, skills, and training for the benefit and prosperity of a
reputable company.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Highly adaptable, with the capacity to easily Well developed management skills and the
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transfer skills from one industry to the next ability to utilize all assets and resources
and the drive to learn new skill sets quickly available, maximizing employee
and with a high level of accuracy. productivity and performance to achieve
Outstanding customer relationship corporate goals.
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management, consistently ensuring educated Capable of solving complex problems in
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clients and customized products and high pressure situations, providing solutions
services. which align with company objectives.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Texas Juvenile Justice Department, Gainesville, TX
Case Manager 2013 2014
• Responsible for rehabilitating and reintegrating youth back into the community as law abiding
citizens, including crisis intervention, family counseling, and reunifying youth with their families
• Work to reduce criminogenic needs and provide parental like guidance and support
• Meet mandates and deadlines, provide all appropriate reports and other documentation, and comply
with all court and legality requirements
• Abide by rules, laws, and regulations within the system of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department
Juvenile Corrections Officer 2012 2013
Responsible for the supervision of all inmates while retained by the state of Texas, maintaining
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order and ensuring safety and security in all settings and environments
Observe and record the inmates' health in accordance to the TJJD
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Ensure that inmates’ schedules are properly structured, enforced, and maintained, and that all
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inmates successfully comply with all rules and regulations
Facilitate group discussions, providing counsel and working with professionals on treatment for
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juvenile offenders
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Monitor inmates who have a special risk or security status and enforce facility rules and
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regulations, documenting disruptive or disturbing behavior and security breaches
Lowe's Home Improvement, Denton, TX
Retail Manager 2005 2013
• Managed team of over 20 employees; hired, trained and scheduled staff, improved staff morale, and
decreased employee turnover
• Responsible for superior customer service, merchandising, and sales performance; successfully led
all aspects of retail operations by creating a positive ethical work environment for staff and
customers, and making customer satisfaction a high priority
• Monitored inventory, supplies ordering, and equipment maintenance
• Utilized staff incentives to motivate sales team to consistently meet company goals on a quarterly
basis, and scheduled regular staff training to enhance product knowledge and customer service
• Successfully supervised customer support, ensuring proper and effective handling of requests, as
well as problem resolution and customer service issues
• Management of all cash, credit and debit transactions, ensuring that all monies were secure and
accounted for; worked closely with loss prevention in order to maintain security throughout the
store
Brookshire Brothers Food and Pharmacy, Diboll, TX
Assistant Manager 2001 2005
• Worked efficiently in a fast paced environment and maintained a positive attitude in order to ensure
high levels of customer satisfaction
• Paid careful attention to detail in order to ensure accuracy of all prescriptions filled
• Assisted the store manager with a variety of tasks throughout the store and acted as an invaluable
member of the management team
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Biology 2008
Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX
A.A., Associates Degree of Science 2004
Jacksonville College, Jacksonville, TX