Industry MacGyver who is successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations through compassion and empathy. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change.
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Cetacea Kai Ware
Pensacola,Florida
Summary
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Orion TalentRemote
Recruiter
06.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Recruited for all Plastic Manufacturing roles from entry to management level.
- Sourcing avenues: LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, hireEZ, iCIMS, and social media outlets
- Recruiting Coordinator duties: maintain accurate information in the ATS, schedule phone and onsite interviews, collect on-boarding paperwork required for new hires, manage employee references and background checks, collect recruitment data and create excel reports for various meetings, coordinate with other departments to ensure a positive experience for all candidates and new hires.
QuantummarkReno, NV
Software Trainer
05.2023 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Worked to complete software implementation, design client training, and provide client-tailored education to over 150 medical facilities in the state of Georgia.
• Coordinated technology events and marketing activities to engage physicians, nurses, and facility users on a new computer system implemented by the state of Georgia.
• Prepared and delivered instructor-led training sessions for virtual product suite to Ph.D.s, M.D.s, and administrators.
Department Of Children And Family ServicesMilton, FL
Child Protective Investigator
11.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Conducted in-depth investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, abandonment, and/or special conditions for children while working with law enforcement
• Collected information through observation and interview with the children, parents, relatives, neighbors, and other parties associated with the case, review criminal documentation, past service history, and other service records
• Engaged families to understand the family's perspectives about family dynamics, challenges and solutions, identify needs and determine the level of intervention needed whether those be voluntary services or court ordered dependency services
• Assessed danger threats, child vulnerabilities, each child's unique needs, and caregiver protective capacities in order to determine whether a child is safe.
• Provided families agency and community resources based on needs assessment and provided recommendations for development of case plans to Case Manager.
• Prepared appropriate reports and documentation in coordination with Children's Legal Services and provided testimony in court.
Arbonne International LLCIrvine, CA
District Manager
01.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Partnered with sales team members and leveraged strong negotiation skills to close tough deals with lucrative clients.
- Located, developed and promoted talented employees to cultivate collaborative and hardworking leadership team.
- Attracted new clientele and developed customer relationships by hosting product-focused events.
- Modeled best practices for sales and customer service.
Deer Harbor Inn & RestaurantDeer Harbor, WA
Server Shift Leader
05.2018 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Scheduled numerous reservations and managed seating arrangements simultaneously in high-traffic Fine Dining restaurant while maintaining calm, professional demeanor.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers and patrons, prioritizing the culture of a family-owned business.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
Barnyard HeritageRedding, CA
Bookkeeper
01.2016 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Generated financial reports and summaries for management review.
Webster BrandingRedding, CA
Creative Project Manager
06.2015 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Collaborated with production on task list creation to meet overall project goals on time.
- Preserved branding standards of assigned accounts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked closely with Creative Director to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Worked very closely with each member of creative department to help prioritize, manage, and track their workload.
Cafe OlgaEastsound, WA
Server Shift Leader
01.2014 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Delivered prompt and efficient service in a high paced restaurant.
- Managed servers, serving sections, and reservations.
- Trained new hires.
- Assisted employers in seasonal expansion of restaurant.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Clint Swanstrum ConstructionEllensburg, WA
Construction Worker
01.2013 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Installed new structures, and brought projects up to code.
- Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects.
- Gathered and disposed of work site debris to remove safety hazards and boost team productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
- Learned diverse construction trades skills including basic carpentry, painting, and plastering.
Suncadia ResortCle Elum, WA
Server and Bartender
05.2012 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Carried out high level service in high-traffic Fine Dining restaurant while maintaining calm, professional demeanor.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Performed daily inventory audits and weekly product and supply orders.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Rosario ResortEastsound, WA
Director of Traffic & Marina Assistant
05.2006 - 08.2009
Job overview
- Controlled drivers' speed, movement and routes with hand signals and signs.
- Directed vessel traffic in a small and shallow marina with high traffic.
- Welcomed new slip holders or transients in a kind, courteous, and professional manner.
- Ensured docks and equipment were operational at all times.
- Inspected docked vessel's dock lines, electrical cords, cable connections, and fenders to ensure safety.
Central Washington UniversityEllensburg, WA
Undergraduate Research Assistant
10.2019 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Conducted research pertaining to vigilance responses of red ruffed and ring-tailed lemurs to assess potential stressful environment stimuli.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests. Documented using "IBM SPSS" Statistics Desktop.
- Conducted literature research and assisted in developing quantitative analytical procedures.
- Research was published in a Peer-reviewed Publication and was presented at SOURCE conference.
Central Washington UniversityEllensburg, WA
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
01.2021 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Graded assignments, proctored tests and provided constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Assisted professor with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment according to university standards.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Bethel School Of Supernatural MinistryRedding, CA
Teacher's Assistant
08.2017 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Student Aid for the program's Head of Theology.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collaborated on curriculum creation and materials development.
- Designed and conducted performance evaluations.
- Facilitated and instructed workshop sessions for students.
Nothing Hidden MinistriesRedding, CA
Volunteer Event & Administrative Assistant
01.2014 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Produced quarterly, 3-5 day workshops.
- Ran point of sale system and catalogued inventory.
- Executed and catalogued new storage and inventory system.
- Managed man-power and materials.
- Educated patrons on current promotions and upcoming releases.
- Utilized great communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with parties to promote smooth and efficient operations.
Education
Central Washington UniversityEllensburg, WA
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
03.2021
University Overview
- Dean's List 2020, 2021
- Majored in Psychology
- Minored in Sociology
Bethel School of Supernatural MinistryRedding, CA
Certificate of Completion from Ministry
05.2018
University Overview
Ministry based program focused on personal growth and leadership development. Personal focus areas were business, communication, and emotional health.
Skills
- Excellent conceptual, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Tracking data
- Strong sense of efficiency, accuracy, and confidentiality
- Excellent communication skills
- High interpersonal skills
- Interviewing and screening techniques
- Relationship-Building
- Team leadership and negotiation skills
- Self-starter
- Client Satisfaction
- Marketing Campaigns
- Framework Improvements
- Statistical Recording
- Attention to Detail
- Team Development
Hobbies
Hobbies
| Music | Motorcycles | Running | Camping | Reading | Photography | Golfing | Travelling | Rollerskating | Rock climbing | Snowboarding | Eating |
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Quote
One of the secrets of life is to make stepping stones out of stumbling blocks.
Timeline
Software Trainer
Quantummark
05.2023 - 08.2023
Recruiter
Orion Talent
06.2022 - 01.2023
Child Protective Investigator
Department Of Children And Family Services
11.2021 - 06.2022
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Central Washington University
01.2021 - 04.2021
District Manager
Arbonne International LLC
01.2020 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Central Washington University
10.2019 - 05.2020
Server Shift Leader
Deer Harbor Inn & Restaurant
05.2018 - 09.2019
Teacher's Assistant
Bethel School Of Supernatural Ministry
08.2017 - 05.2018
Bookkeeper
Barnyard Heritage
01.2016 - 01.2018
Creative Project Manager
Webster Branding
06.2015 - 12.2016
Server Shift Leader
Cafe Olga
01.2014 - 08.2016
Volunteer Event & Administrative Assistant
Nothing Hidden Ministries
01.2014 - 05.2017
Construction Worker
Clint Swanstrum Construction
01.2013 - 06.2013
Server and Bartender
Suncadia Resort
05.2012 - 09.2019
Director of Traffic & Marina Assistant
Rosario Resort
05.2006 - 08.2009
Central Washington University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry
Certificate of Completion from Ministry
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