OBJECTIVE:
Enthusiastic and effective problem solver with excellent work ethics and the ability to travel seeking a fast paced challenging position.
EXPERIENCE:
*/**** ** ******* ***** Corporation Augusta, GA Temporary Learning Specialist
5/2007 to 9/2007 Sitel Corporation Augusta, GA CSP
Provide troubleshooting for customers of a major high speed Internet service provider.
7/2006 - 1/2007 Schwan's Home Delivery Marysville, MI Customer Service Manager
I exclusively added new customers to existing customer base. I closed approximately 50% of prospects (company average is about 30%). This position requires extensive interaction with prospective customers focused on providing a high level of personalized service. Also responsible for complying with DOT regulations, maintaining truck inventory.
7/2001 - 6/2006 Self Employed Port Huron, MI Cable Bury Owner
I hired, trained and employed crews to bury television cable. I was responsible for providing and repairing equipment and supplies, receiving and scheduling work orders, quality control, invoicing, payroll and all administrative and support services. Also handled all damage claims and customer service issues. My company employed up to 12 people each earning up to $1200. per week . (earnings of up to 100k per year)
5/1996 - 1/2001 Associated Management Companies Port Huron, MI Community Manager
Began career with this company as a part time activities coordinator for a retirement community. Tasks included scheduling, planning and holding of all social events including large formal parties with live entertainment for up to 250 persons. Within a year I was promoted to assistant administrator and responsible for day to day operations including rent collection, ordering supplies for community and restaurant and all required reporting including month end. Within 2 years of being hired I was assigned to manage a 96 unit multi family community and responsible for ALL aspects of running the community. I hired, trained, supervised employees, achieved 100% occupancy for 3 months.
10/1992 - 6/1995 Self Employed Port Huron, MI Social Worker
Contract employee for the State of Michigan. I was responsible for working with clients in their homes and taught parenting/household management to clients who were in danger of or had their children removed from the home. Worked closely with Probate(Family) Court and often made recommendations regarding placement of children. My goal was to reunite families when possible and identify parents who were inept and terminate their parental rights. This position was very intense hands on.
EDUCATION:
Detroit College of Business, Port Huron Campus - Did not graduate, 2 terms GPA 3.7
SKILLS:
Excellent oral and written command of the English language
Proficient with most business applications and computers including Internet
Solid experience hiring, training and managing staff
Organized and detail oriented
Public Speaking
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
I'm experienced rather than educated formally. I am intelligent and learn quickly and efficient in most work settings. Easily motivate others and work very well without supervision. I refuse to compromise my integrity for any reason including monetary gain. If forced to choose between quality and quantity (inflated production and inferior quality) I always choose QUALITY. I have attended numerous training sessions and taught several classes on a variety of subjects.