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Charla Ross

Pineville,Louisiana

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with excellent customer service skills. Recognized for enhancing safety protocols and training new hires, ensuring a secure environment while maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Security Officer

Geo Group Inc, GTI
07.2017 - 04.2025
  • Maintained a high level of situational awareness, enabling quick response to potential issues.
  • Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections throughout entire trip and reported any issues.
  • Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of detainees and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility by rotating between various security functions as needed.
  • Completed detailed reports documenting incidents, suspicious activities, or violations within the transportation facility.
  • Supported fellow officers in managing conflicts or disruptions that arose within the transportation facility, swiftly restoring order.
  • Managed access control points strategically located throughout the transportation facility, limiting unauthorized entry.
  • Maintained high standards of professionalism and customer service, resolving detainee concerns with empathy and patience.
  • Assisted in training of new hires, sharing knowledge and best practices for security screening.
  • Conducted thorough body searches to ensure passenger safety, maintaining respectful and professional demeanor.

Delivery Driver/Outside Sales Representative

Mid-State Marketing, LLC
05.2016 - 06.2017
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
  • Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.

Automotive Service Advisor

Walker CDJR
08.2015 - 04.2016
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized automotive service recommendations based on vehicle diagnostics and maintenance history.
  • Facilitated communication between customers, technicians, and other dealership departments to ensure a seamless service experience for all parties involved.
  • Collaborated with automotive technicians to accurately diagnose vehicle issues and prioritize necessary repairs.
  • Continuously updated personal knowledge of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to provide the most accurate advice to customers.

Customer Service Representative

U-Haul
05.2015 - 05.2015

Provided customer support for U-Haul products and services to optimize user experience.

Utilized U-Scan technology for efficient rental management and inventory control.

Prepared trucks and trailers for customer use through moving and connecting processes.

Executed cleaning, maintenance, and wiring repairs on equipment to guarantee safety and reliability.

Completed online courses via U-Haul University to enhance product knowledge.

Sales Associate

J&J Exterminating Co.
05.2006 - 08.2013
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to industry regulations and company safety protocols during all inspections and treatments.
  • Enhanced team productivity by collaborating with colleagues to share knowledge, resources, and best practices.
  • Expanded business clientele by participating in local networking events, trade shows, and referral programs.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities, enhancing expertise in various aspects of the pest control industry.
  • Increased customer retention rates through exceptional communication skills and timely responsiveness to inquiries or concerns.
  • Exceeded sales goals regularly, up-selling additional services while maintaining a focus on meeting client needs.
  • Provided clients with detailed reports on their properties'' pest issues, recommending appropriate solutions for long-term control.
  • Reduced callbacks by devising customized pest control plans tailored to each client''s specific needs.
  • Assisted in the development of new service offerings, researching innovative techniques and staying current on industry trends.
  • Conducted property and building walk-throughs to assess conditions, identify infestations, and isolate sources.
  • Located and evaluated pest damage to buildings and grounds to determine extent and optimal corrective actions.
  • Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
  • Became certified as a structural pest control technician in general pest control, commercial vertebrate control, termite control,WDIR certified, and Master Termite training.

Education

High School Diploma -

Alexandria Senior High
Alexandria, LA

Diploma - Airline Ticketing, Hotel, Travel Agency Functions

Southeastern Academy of Travel And Tourism
Kissimmee, FL

Skills

  • Integrity and honesty
  • Customer service and assistance
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Policy enforcement
  • Firearm handling
  • Suspicious activity identification
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Pat-down procedures
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Security clearance

Timeline

Transportation Security Officer

Geo Group Inc, GTI
07.2017 - 04.2025

Delivery Driver/Outside Sales Representative

Mid-State Marketing, LLC
05.2016 - 06.2017

Automotive Service Advisor

Walker CDJR
08.2015 - 04.2016

Customer Service Representative

U-Haul
05.2015 - 05.2015

Sales Associate

J&J Exterminating Co.
05.2006 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

Alexandria Senior High

Diploma - Airline Ticketing, Hotel, Travel Agency Functions

Southeastern Academy of Travel And Tourism
Charla Ross