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ALYSSA GRAHAM

ALYSSA GRAHAM

Orlando

Summary

Seasoned operations supervisor and trainer bringing demonstrated safety management and performance optimization skills gained during experience in fast paced settings. Deliver in-depth training and mentoring to help each improve abilities and advance work quality. Dependable, hardworking and level-headed in addressing diverse problems. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Attractions Cast Member

Walt Disney World Resort
03.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Collaborated with fellow cast members to ensure seamless teamwork and coordinated efforts for optimal guest satisfaction.
  • Facilitated accessibility for guests with disabilities through proper assistance procedures according to company policies.
  • Promoted adherence to safety guidelines amongst guests by consistently reinforcing rules during pre-boarding announcements or in-person reminders.
  • Handled guest concerns and complaints with professionalism, empathy, efficiency, and effective problem-solving skills.

Training Specialist

Jeff Ellis Management
02.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated training effectiveness using feedback surveys and assessments, making continuous improvements as needed.
  • Enhanced employee performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
  • Supported team development by providing constructive feedback to fellow lifeguards on performance improvements needed.
  • Implemented new training techniques that led to increased certification rates among course participants.
  • Contributed to a safer swimming environment by maintaining clean, organized, and hazard-free pool areas.

Lifeguard

Walt Disney World Resort
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers.
  • Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis to keep the pool show ready.

Operations Managerial Supervisor

Six Flags White Water
03.2019 - 08.2023
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs, with courtesy.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
  • Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated clear and concise directions to employees.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained new employees for production positions.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.

Biology Intern

Georgia Aquarium
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Handled specimens and conducted tests according to established protocols, keeping efficient records on all experiments.
  • Investigated living and environmental conditions of fish and mammals and determined solutions to habitat issues.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

Master of Science - Data Science

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
07.2023

Skills

  • Management Training
  • Administrative Management
  • CPR/ Lifeguard Instructor
  • First Aid Certified
  • Blood Born Pathogens Certified
  • CPO Certified
  • Time Management
  • Conflict Management
  • Performance under pressure
  • Microsoft Office
  • Exceptional communication

Timeline

Attractions Cast Member

Walt Disney World Resort
03.2024 - Current

Training Specialist

Jeff Ellis Management
02.2024 - Current

Lifeguard

Walt Disney World Resort
10.2023 - 03.2024

Biology Intern

Georgia Aquarium
08.2022 - 12.2022

Operations Managerial Supervisor

Six Flags White Water
03.2019 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Kennesaw State University

Master of Science - Data Science

Bellevue University