Dennis Patterson Jr.
Columbia,SC
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in customer service, time management, working under pressure, and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Victim Services Associate
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
Columbia, SC
06.2023 - Current
- Provided leadership, guidance, and support to staff members.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies, and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
Band Graduate Assistant
Norfolk State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisting Band Directors to ensure rehearsals are efficient and productive
- Teaching the Band music to either the full band or sections of the band
- Arranging and composing music for the Band to perform in Marching Band shows and Symphonic Band concerts
- Composed and Scored original pieces for Lecture-Recitals
- Assist in logistical work during trips to football games or performances
- Collaborated with faculty on special projects related to curriculum development and program assessment.
- Provided guidance and assistance to students regarding academic policies and procedures.
Victim Services Intern
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
Columbia, SC
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided administrative support to the office staff by answering phones, filing documents, and data entry.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to track customer service inquiries and responses.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with the public.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Columbia, SC
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Provided assistance with monthly physical inventories as needed.
- Fostered positive working relationships with internal staff members while providing superior customer service.
Band and Orchestra Assistant Stage Manager
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Prepared rehearsal studio by gathering set furniture, props, and costumes.
- Collaborated with technical crew and cast to safeguard presentation of artistic vision.
- Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
- Specialized in classical and contemporary music.
- Fulfilled roles in orchestras and chamber ensembles.
- Collaborating well with musicians.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA12-2025
Master of Music - Music Theory And Composition
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05.2023
Bachelor of Music - Euphonium Performance
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05.2021
Skills
- Data Entry
- Workplace Safety
- Logistics
- Management Support
- Performance Improvement
- Production Support
- Attention to Detail
- Oral communication
- Written Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- SCDC Computer System
Certification
Critical Incident Stress Management Training - 06/2023
Timeline
Victim Services Associate
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
06.2023 - Current
Victim Services Intern
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
06.2022 - 08.2022
Band Graduate Assistant
Norfolk State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
05.2021 - 08.2021
Band and Orchestra Assistant Stage Manager
Winthrop University
09.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Norfolk State University
Master of Music - Music Theory And Composition
Norfolk State University
Bachelor of Music - Euphonium Performance
Winthrop University