Anna Ruffin
Joliet,IL
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented student with a strong academic record and a passion for learning. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks, resulting in consistently high grades and successful completion of multiple projects. Seeking an internship opportunity or full time job to apply knowledge and gain practical experience in the field of Forensic Scientist.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Closing Expert
Target
Joliet, IL
04.2024 - Current
- Effectively assisted guests in navigating the store and finding what they were looking for.
- Ensured product availability through effective shelf stocking.
- Completed closing store cleaning duties.
- Assisted with cash register duties
Sales Associate
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
Joliet, IL
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
Morning Stocker
Menards
Joliet, IL
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Stocked merchandise onto store shelves according to company standards.
- Adhered to safety policies while operating material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and ladders.
- Unloaded and organized product shipments in the stockroom.
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting shoppers and answering inquiries.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items in store.
Cashier
Fresh Thyme
Joliet, IL
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Camp Counselor
Joliet Park District
Joliet, IL
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Conducted pre-camp orientation sessions for new campers and parents.
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans for various age groups.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
- Improved camper experience with list of flash-fun ideas.
- Coordinated with other counselors and staff to adapt programs to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05-2022
High School Diploma -
Joliet High School
Joliet05-2020
Skills
- Organization
- Time Management
- Data Entry
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Affiliations
- Fearless Females (Junior chapter of the National Hookup For Black Women) in high school
- Avid reader
- Lover of Arts and Crafts (drawing and painting)
Accomplishments
- National Society of Leadership and Success (college)
- Dean's List (college)
- Graduated with Cum Laude (high school)
Timeline
Closing Expert
Target
04.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
12.2022 - 08.2023
Morning Stocker
Menards
01.2022 - 12.2022
Cashier
Fresh Thyme
06.2021 - 01.2022
Camp Counselor
Joliet Park District
06.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Governors State University
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Joliet Junior College
High School Diploma -
Joliet High School