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Autumn Anderson

Sigourney,IA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities as needed.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dispatcher

Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office
11.2024 - Current
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient during emergencies.
  • Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.

Photo Editor

High Desert Sport Horse
01.2024 - 11.2025
  • Handled high-pressure deadlines with ease by implementing effective time management strategies and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
  • Enhanced visual content quality by meticulously editing and retouching images for print and digital publications.

Private Investigator

AnB Investigations
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Investigated individuals claiming disability/worker's comp to identify and document fraud.
  • Tracked claimants through routine and notable activities and documented findings with videos and photographs.
  • Conducted surveillance for 10+ hours at time.
  • Searched computer databases, public records or other resources to locate persons or to compile information for investigations.
  • Exceeded expectations by delivering comprehensive reports detailing case findings and recommendations in a timely manner.
  • Conducted scene investigations remotely using Google maps.
  • Uploaded all evidence into case management system each day.

Barn/Property Manager

Self
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Created and distributed marketing materials and email campaigns to promote special events and horse shows.
  • Developed and maintained improved practices in feeding, housing and sanitation to prevent spreading of disease.
  • Trained and supervised 5 barn workers in animal care procedures, maintenance duties and safety precautions.
  • Preserved property by mowing, plowing and moving hay to proper storage locations.
  • Maintained budget limitations in order to meet objectives.

Retail Sales Associate

Paradise Harley Davidson
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Maintained highest sales in MotorClothes department every month.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections and purchases.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.

Hospitality Associate

Domaine Serene Winery
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Provide customers the absolute best experience possible. Embody warm, welcoming persona and deliver world class service.
  • Educate our guests about wine, the wine making process, history of the winery and its owners, etc.
  • Sell our wine, and wine club, up-sell wine and merchandise, host elevated experiences for guests.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and fermentation methods.

Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
12.2018 - 06.2019
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Wiped down play areas, toys, tables and other hard surfaces to minimize germ spread.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Wine Steward

Cellar 55
11.2018 - 05.2019
  • Represented establishment professionally with guests and earned consistent repeat and referral business.
  • Set up wine tastings to bring in business and promote special offerings.
  • Handled questions and concerns skillfully and redirected customers toward higher profit items to increase per-ticket revenue.
  • Managed cellar and beverage storage maintenance to prevent inventory spoilage.
  • Inventoried bar supplies regularly to quickly identify supply shortages and detect problems such as theft.
  • Monitored conditions of wine cellar, keeping all bottles stored at appropriate temperature.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep cellar working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items and recorded order information.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and fermentation methods.

Lead Wine Educator

Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery
10.2016 - 11.2018
  • Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
  • Handled questions and concerns skillfully and redirected customers toward higher profit items to increase per-ticket revenue.
  • Assisted customers with signing up for store loyalty programs and provided details about key benefits.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent service experiences.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
  • Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.

Teacher/Supervisor

Children's Village
02.2014 - 11.2015
  • Handled high-pressure deadlines with ease by implementing effective time management strategies and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
  • Enhanced visual content quality by meticulously editing and retouching images for print and digital publications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Prior Lake High School
Savage, MN
06.2013

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Surveillance
  • Fraud investigations
  • Insurance claims cases
  • Social media research
  • Public Records Search
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Multitasking Abilities

References

Professional:

Bethany Clemons

(641)541-1424


Garrett Case 

(Manager at Harley Davidson)

(407)770-9893


Robert Rex-Waller

(Manager at Domaine Serene)

(202)253-1823


Personal:

Stacie McCreary

(541)390-8763


Julie Mertz

(641)295-4349


Kearstyn Johns

(360)481-2313

Timeline

Dispatcher

Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office
11.2024 - Current

Photo Editor

High Desert Sport Horse
01.2024 - 11.2025

Private Investigator

AnB Investigations
08.2022 - 12.2023

Barn/Property Manager

Self
02.2021 - 02.2022

Retail Sales Associate

Paradise Harley Davidson
12.2019 - 03.2020

Hospitality Associate

Domaine Serene Winery
06.2019 - 12.2019

Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
12.2018 - 06.2019

Wine Steward

Cellar 55
11.2018 - 05.2019

Lead Wine Educator

Chankaska Creek Ranch And Winery
10.2016 - 11.2018

Teacher/Supervisor

Children's Village
02.2014 - 11.2015

High School Diploma -

Prior Lake High School
Autumn Anderson