Tara Jean Moses Parker
**** **** *** *****, *******, VA 23831 804-***-**** ***************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/taramosesparker Completed an intensive IT program focused on developing skills in technical support to obtain the Google IT Support Professional certificate. 20+ years in the hospitality and retail industry have led to developed skills in troubleshooting Point-of-Sale systems, time management, scheduling, customer service.
RELEVANT SKILLS
Technical Support & Troubleshooting • Ticketing System • User Training & Support • Operating Systems Installation • Software Installation & Configuration • Customer Service • Windows • Linux • Domain Name System (DNS) • Networking • System Administration • Multitasking • Team Oriented • Professional Communication EDUCATION
University of the People • Virtual 01/2023-Present Bachelor’s Degree of Computer Science
● Apply skills to debug, code, and test new programming solutions.
● Manage design projects from conception to implementation
● Create solutions to problems using mathematics
● Expand critical thinking
Merit America • Virtual 09/2022-12/2022
Google IT Support Professional Certificate
● Skill development includes troubleshooting, customer support, networking, operating systems, systems administration, and security — all the fundamentals of IT support that are critical for success in the workplace; comparable to the latest CompTIA A+ certification
● Completed hands-on coursework covering Microsoft 365, Windows 10, ticketing system, and fundamental cloud concepts New River Community and Technical School • Summersville, WV 06/2014 Board of Governors, Associate Degree
● The Board of Governors Associate of Applied Science requires 60 credit hours, including a general education core of 21 credit hours and 39 credit hours of general electives. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Warehouse Associate • Amazon, Chester, VA 02/2021- Current
● Inspect and process 3000+ items per day using internal ticketing systems to ensure quality and accuracy for all orders.
● Troubleshoot and document 30+ tickets per hour, resolving all physical and virtual inventory discrepancies.
● Cross-trained across multiple departments for maximum efficiency; consistently exceeding the top 25% on performance metrics.
● Train and onboard 20+ new associates/month on day-to-day operations and safety protocols for multiple departments.
● Worked closely with management to find ways to increase productivity while maintaining a safe working environment. Catering Consultant • Publix, Colonial Heights, VA 09/2017 - Current
● Provide 75+ in-person and virtual consultations per day for inbound prospective customers, contributing to $36k+/monthly revenue and maintaining Top 5 catering services in the Charlotte area.
● Cross trained employees on order processes, quality control, and safe food preparation while maintaining customer service standards.
● Maintained store retail items and supplies inventory weekly to ensure customer satisfaction and needs are met. Sales and Administration • Crosiers Sanitary/ Downey Ridge Environmental, Lansing, WV 10/2016 - 05/2017
● Built and managed data and formulas on Microsoft Excel to determine ROI on investments.
● Created a database of water treatment plants for promoting products and services, resulting in a multimillion dollar return.
● Coordinated with the logistic team to schedule new services to minimize financial loss and reduce waste. Food Service Staff • Adventures on the Gorge, Lansing, WV 04/2014 - 10/2016
● Collaboratively supported the workflow across the business to ensure smooth, effective daily operations.
● Maintained a positive, helpful demeanor while simultaneously managing multiple priorities and serving customers.
● Execute daily cash register protocol, including opening/closing registers, verifying balances, documenting discrepancies, and preparing daily deposits.
Restaurant Manager • Applebee’s, Multiple Locations Across VA and WV 12/2014-07/2015
● Trained 20+ new hires and managers on customer engagement, ticketing/POS system, and daily operational procedures.
● Prepared and maintained a “Crash Kit” for moments electric glitched, computers crashed, or other unforeseen events.
● Simultaneously managed multiple priorities to address customer relations, workflow, and employee concerns. Case Management Family Services Coordinator • Nicholas County Community Action, Summersville, WV 12/2013-12/2014
● Counseled individuals and families on navigating detailed administrative processes.
● Collected, verified, and submitted necessary customer documentation for participation in the program.
● Coordinated with multiple community organizations to provide holistic support to families in-need. Server • Outback, Williamsburg, VA 04/2012-04/2013
● Trained new hires on day-to-day technology platforms, operational procedures, and company policies.
● Provided consultative, tailored support to customers regarding product offerings and dietary restrictions. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
IT Support Technician • Children's Home Society of WV, Charleston, WV 08/2000-08/2001
● Independently troubleshoot common day-to-day technical issues for 20+ clients across 9 counties in WV within a short-term grant-funded program.
● Troubleshoot issues with laptop devices, software applications, and data entry.
● Implemented a software training program for end users, including a drafted technical guide for effective software implementation.