Knowledgeable and skilled professional seeking to work with a team that offers professional challenges utilizing vast computer and web abilities, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Willingness to learn and take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Web Specialist
Self
Monroe, United States
12.2013 - Current
Leveraged WordPress to design and update websites, landing pages and other digital assets to support communication and marketing strategies
Implemented strategies to increase web site traffic.
Took and edited photographs to use in digital publications, websites and social media.
Tested websites at different design and production stages to assess conformance with designs.
Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Utilized Google Analytics to monitor websites and other digital content and recommended strategies and updated channels to improve performance.
Identified, documented and reported on technical factors impacting interface performance.
Recommended changes to website architecture, content and linking to improve SEO positions for target keywords.
Tracked, reported and analyzed website analytics to drive strategy and improve user experience.
Incorporated XML sitemaps, robots.txt files and 301 redirects to facilitate search engine spidering, crawling and indexing.
Researched and analyzed competitor website and advertising links to gain insight into new strategies.
Collected and analyzed Web metrics such as visits, time on site and page views per visit.
Organized and managed team tasks using Trello and Asana.
Uploaded files for team use on Google Suite and SharePoint.
Managed CRM input, exports and clean up.
Configured and purchased domains for websites.
Provided front-end website development using WordPress, Hubspot and other editing software.
Adhered to SEO best practices while designing sites.
Assembled and addressed technical and design requirements, integrating user-facing and front-end elements to maintain web presence effectiveness.
Assisted back end developers with troubleshooting and problem solving.
Customer Service Representative
Sykes
Denver, CO
10.2013 - 01.2014
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
Updated account information to maintain customer records.
Owner/Operator
Self
Moscow, ID
01.2013 - 07.2013
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Handled all aspects of small business operations to include accounting, web design, social media promotion, advertisement, sales, customer service, inventory management, and education in ceramic design.
Grew business to point of selling it for profit.
Volunteer
Moscow Police Department
Moscow, ID
01.2012 - 01.2013
Greeted visitors and answered questions.
Helped Department staff with administrative support duties.
Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Completed clerical tasks and office duties to open full-time employees up for more critical work.
Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety.
Communicated citizen concerns to supervisory staff as needed.
Issued parking permits, licenses, and other city related materials in compliance with city code and departmental policies.
Volunteer
Real Life Ministries On The Palouse
Moscow, ID
01.2010 - 01.2012
Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for church members.
Helped organize and manage events and projects.
Engaged in community outreach to support church's mission.
Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new services.
Helped church leaders with administrative support duties.
Responded to questions from visitors and members.
Data Entry Assistant
University Of Idaho
Moscow, ID
07.2008 - 11.2008
Accurately compiled and documented questionnaire data for the national park service in a quick and unbiased manner.
Staff
Valley County Juvenile Detention Center
McCall, ID
06.2004 - 08.2005
Supervise the security and welfare of youth during their daily activities that include: school, recreation, meals, hygiene, and other daily scheduled activities.
Assess emergency situations and respond to crisis.
Serve as a role model for youth.
Ensure a safe and structured environment for incarcerated juveniles while ensuring legal compliance with all regulatory agencies.
Implemented safety and punitive functions.
Provided meals in compliance with health guidelines.
Records management.
Documentation of behavioral issues.
Made notifications as per organizational protocols.
Ensured the safety of all others within the facilities.
Correctional Deputy
Jerome County Sheriff's Department
Jerome, ID
02.2002 - 05.2003
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
Waitress
Shoshone Snack Bar
Shoshone, ID
08.2001 - 02.2002
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Kept server areas clean and stocked..
Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization and provide easy access during busy peak service times.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Assistant Store Manager
Bath And Body Works
Reno, NV
10.2000 - 08.2001
Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
Promoted professional growth and facilitated talent development of each associate to drive performance excellence.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Directed promotion and brand loyalty efforts to build direct relationships with customers.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Assistant Store Manager
Anchor Blue/Millers Outpost
Reno, NV
10.1999 - 10.2000
Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
Promoted professional growth and facilitated talent development of each associate to drive performance excellence.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Directed promotion and brand loyalty efforts to build direct relationships with customers.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Education
Certificate - Holistic Nutrition
Institute of Integrative Nutrition
New York
01.2020 - 01.2021
No Degree - Sociology W/an Emphasis of Criminology And Anthro.
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
09.2006 - 08.2008
No Degree - Holistic Nutrition
Hawthorn University
05.2001 -
Skills
Problem-Solving
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Timeline
Certificate - Holistic Nutrition
Institute of Integrative Nutrition
01.2020 - 01.2021
Freelance Web Specialist
Self
12.2013 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Sykes
10.2013 - 01.2014
Owner/Operator
Self
01.2013 - 07.2013
Volunteer
Moscow Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2013
Volunteer
Real Life Ministries On The Palouse
01.2010 - 01.2012
Data Entry Assistant
University Of Idaho
07.2008 - 11.2008
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
09.2006 - 08.2008
Staff
Valley County Juvenile Detention Center
06.2004 - 08.2005
Correctional Deputy
Jerome County Sheriff's Department
02.2002 - 05.2003
Waitress
Shoshone Snack Bar
08.2001 - 02.2002
No Degree - Sociology W/an Emphasis of Criminology And Anthro.