Damashja Harris
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Division I FCS athlete with strong sense of discipline, excellent work ethic and impeccable time management and people skills. Goal-oriented and results-focused individual successful at achieving results both in classroom and on field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Collegiate Athlete
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated sportsmanship on the field at all times.
- Managed personal time effectively between academics, practice, competition, travel, and rest.
- Engaged in community outreach activities such as clinics and motivational speaking engagements.
- Attended meetings with coach staff to review team objectives, goals, expectations.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths and weaknesses of opponents.
- Maintained accurate records of individual statistics throughout season play.
- Provided input on ways to enhance team chemistry and unity among players.
- Monitored academic progress regularly while providing assistance when needed.
- Utilized proper nutrition to enhance physical performance during games and practices.
- Researched potential schools for transfer opportunities if necessary.
- Participated in media interviews upon request from athletic department personnel.
- Served as a mentor for younger student-athletes by demonstrating strong work ethic habits.
- Maintained physical conditioning through rigorous daily training and exercise.
- Performed under pressure in highly competitive sporting events.
- Contributed ideas for improving overall program efficiency including scheduling strategies.
- Assisted with recruiting prospective athletes by representing the school at various events.
- Collaborated with coaches, teammates, trainers, and other staff to maximize individual and team results.
- Developed effective strategies to improve performance and increase team success.
- Exercised strong leadership skills and practiced self-discipline on and off field.
- Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills.
- Improved form and techniques through targeted training and observation.
- Improved strength, agility, stamina and technique by pursuing learning opportunities and working hard.
- Demonstrated commitment and responsibility towards fellow players and coaches through genuine respect and dedication to sport.
- Discussed performance and areas of improvement with coaches, taking recommendations seriously and responding with respect.
- Served as role model for younger athletes through sportsmanship in competition and respectful attitude.
- Collaborated with other teammates to make plays, improve workouts and boost team success.
- Communicated with diverse group of fellow athletes, coaches, and game officials to maintain positivity and good sportsmanship.
- Devoted hours per week to athletics in addition to being full-time student.
- Provided insightful suggestions for options to improve gameplay.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Analyzed opponents' strategies to gain competitive advantage.
Server
Bush's Chicken
Killeen, TX
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs, responding promptly to requests, and following up to ensure satisfaction.
- Greeted guests in a friendly and welcoming manner.
- Took orders from customers accurately and delivered to kitchen staff promptly.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding order details, special requests, allergies.
- Assisted other team members with side work tasks such as restocking condiments and refilling water glasses.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Retrieved prepared orders from kitchen areas and promptly delivered to guests.
- Informed customers of daily specials and menu changes.
- Verified guest satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Replenished supplies such as napkins, utensils, sauces. throughout shift as needed.
- Set up tables and counters to prepare dining and serving areas.
- Prepared tables for meals by setting up items such as linens, silverware, and glassware.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items by providing detailed descriptions upon request.
- Attended regular team meetings for updates on new menu items or promotions.
- Disinfected high touch surfaces like doorknobs, handrails and countertops regularly.
- Emptied trash cans and disposed of waste materials properly.
- Sanitized common areas such as lobbies, hallways and break rooms daily.
- Efficiently managed time between multiple tasks throughout the day.
- Stocked supplies such as soap, toilet paper and paper towels.
- Maintained cleaning equipment in good working condition.
- Followed all health codes and regulations regarding the use of chemicals.
- Responded promptly to requests from customers or staff members.
- Restocked shelves with cleaning supplies after each shift.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXSkills
- Strategic Thinking
- Critical Thinking
- Self-Directed
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Team building
- Organizational Skills
- Collaboration
- Weightlifting
- Efficient time management
- Customer service understanding
Accomplishments
- In 2 seasons at Lamar University I hold the record for the longest kickoff Return touchdown in school history (100 yards)
- 2023 1st team All Southland Conference Return Specialist.
- 2023 Southland Conference Fall Academic Honor Roll.
- 2023 Dave Campbell's All Texas specialist of the year (non FBS)
- 2X Phil Steele First Team All Conference
Timeline
Collegiate Athlete
Lamar University
06.2021 - 03.2024
Server
Bush's Chicken
06.2020 - 09.2020
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Lamar University