Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Organizations
References
Timeline
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BREANNA JAMES

Cabot,AR

Summary

Committed professional with a solid history of accomplishment in helping people handle emotionally-charged, life-threatening and dangerous situations. Knowledgeable about dispatch procedures and policies. Outstanding abilities in management, documentation and active listening. Great decision-maker and valued employee. Proven history of reliability, resourcefulness and effective leadership.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

Pulaski County Sheriff's Office

911 Dispatcher
09.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Receive and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls including enhanced 911, and nonemergency calls from the public and area public safety agencies via telephone, radio systems or the computer aided dispatch (CAD) system.
  • Enhanced emergency response times by effectively prioritizing incoming calls and dispatching appropriate resources.
  • Streamlined communication between first responders and callers by maintaining clear, concise, and accurate information sharing.
  • Consistently met or exceeded departmental standards for call handling time, contributing to an optimized emergency response system.
  • Managed high-stress situations with composure, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering crucial information for first responders.
  • As Lead Dispatcher, served as acting supervisor when necessary

McDonald's

Certified Shift Manager
04.2018 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Collaborated with co-managers and crew members to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
  • Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
  • Optimized labor costs by analyzing staffing needs based on historical data and projected business trends, making necessary adjustments as required.
  • Handled all customer service complaints, refunds and questions
  • Implemented weekly inventory management procedures to reduce waste and maintain appropriate stock levels.

McDonald's

Crew Trainer
05.2015 - 04.2018

Job overview

  • Mentored junior crew members to enhance their skill sets and contribute effectively to the team.
  • Collaborated with management to identify areas of improvement and develop comprehensive training programs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns proactively.
  • Evaluated new crew members' progress and provided constructive feedback for continuous development.
  • Trained other employees in customer service, food safety, and performance requirements.

Education

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR

Bachelor of Science from Interdisciplinary Studies
08.2018

University Overview

  • Majored in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in criminology and psychology
  • Dean's List Fall 2015
  • Chancellor's List Fall 2016
  • Dean's List Spring 2017
  • GPA:3.2

Skills

  • Strong proficiency with Internet, Windows-based PC, intermediate to advanced skills and understanding of and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook ACIC(Arkansas Crime Information Center), CAD(Central Aide Dispatch)
  • Ability to use judgment and decision-making skills to evaluate situations, establish priorities, and resolve matters
  • Ability to multi-task, gather and disseminate information clearly, accurately, and rapidly in urgent situations
  • Great ability of encouraging and maintaining coordination within a team
  • Database Queries
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Time Management
  • Information Security

Organizations

Organizations
  • Member of National Society of Leadership and Success (2014 - 2018)
  • Member of Arkansas State University Ghost-writers (2013 - 2016)

References

References
References and Supporting Documentation Furnished upon Request

Timeline

911 Dispatcher
Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
09.2020 - Current
Certified Shift Manager
McDonald's
04.2018 - 09.2020
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
05.2015 - 04.2018
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science from Interdisciplinary Studies
BREANNA JAMES