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Charlene Salinas

Salinas,CA

Summary

Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin a new challenge with successful team.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate

Loris Gift, Salinas Valley Health
Salinas, CA
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Supervised volunteers completing their required hours, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient task completion.
  • Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere for both volunteers and customers, actively assisting with sales, inquiries, and maintaining the store's inviting presentation standards.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.

Ambassador

Blue Zones Project Monterey County
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Engaged with community members through interactive events, cooking demonstrations, and strategic social media campaigns to promote healthy living as part of the Blue Zones Project Monterey County.
  • Played a pivotal role in data management tasks, ensuring accurate entry to support evidence-based decision-making and ongoing program evaluation efforts.
  • Spearheaded a comprehensive capstone project aimed at showcasing the effectiveness of community initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to advancing community well-being and fostering healthier lifestyles.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive social media outreach strategy, resulting in increased followers.
  • Served as organization ambassador at various community events, promoting mission and values.

Payroll FIle Clerk- Temp

Granite Construction
01.2020 - 02.2020
  • Managed filing systems, facilitated timely mail distribution, and organized workspaces to support remote operations in the Granite Construction payroll office.
  • Implemented efficient file organization techniques, ensuring streamlined access to essential documents and resources to support the office's administrative functions.
  • Improved file organization by implementing an efficient categorization and labeling system.
  • Created, implemented and monitored filing systems for easy retrieval of records.

Beauty Advisor

Ulta Salon And Cosmetics
04.2017 - 10.2019
  • Increased sales revenue by effectively upselling and cross-selling beauty items based on client needs.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Strengthened brand loyalty through exceptional customer service and attentiveness to individual preferences.
  • Applied makeup and skincare products to customers following guidelines to enable testing of brand.
  • Maintained an organized and visually appealing product display, resulting in increased customer interest and engagement.
  • Educated customers on proper product usage techniques, fostering confidence in their ability to replicate results at home.
  • Assisted management with scheduling appointments for salon services, ensuring optimal utilization of time slots while accommodating client availability.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

California State University - Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA
12.2024

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Hartnell College
Salinas,Ca
08.2022

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Supplies inventory
  • Customer service
  • Supervision
  • Planning and coordination
  • Inventory management
  • Team building
  • Communications
  • Team management
  • Multitasking
  • People skills
  • Call handling
  • Organization and efficiency

Certification

Blue Zone Project Capstone Project — Because of you : A Flyer Illustrating the Impact of the Blue Zones Project in Salinas

Developed a visually engaging flyer to illustrate the tangible impact of the Blue Zones Project on community health and well-being in Salinas. Incorporated data analysis and research findings to effectively communicate the project's successes and benefits to stakeholders and community members. Utilized graphic design skills to create an informative and persuasive visual tool for promoting the initiative's goals and achievements.

Timeline

Ambassador

Blue Zones Project Monterey County
06.2023 - 05.2024

Sales Associate

Loris Gift, Salinas Valley Health
01.2021 - 06.2024

Payroll FIle Clerk- Temp

Granite Construction
01.2020 - 02.2020

Beauty Advisor

Ulta Salon And Cosmetics
04.2017 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

California State University - Monterey Bay

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Hartnell College
Charlene Salinas