Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Dotty Garrison

Dotty Garrison

Rocklin,CA

Summary

Dedicated Office professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Employment Program Representative

EDD
Rancho Cordova, CA
07.2020 - Current
  • Conducting unemployment insurance eligibility interviews; gathering all relevant facts through employer and other contacts and claimant's statement; interpreting and applying laws, policies, and precedent decisions consistently to individual cases
  • analyzing employer and claimant statements and resolving conflicts through further questioning and analysis
  • identifying possible false statements and fraudulent claims and reporting to the Investigation Division for possible prosecution
  • resolving all eligibility issues surrounding claimant's unemployed status, determining claimant's eligibility for benefits, and informing claimant and employer of decision
  • paying claims, documenting all findings, actions, and decisions; assisting individuals in filing Unemployment Insurance benefit claims
  • independently reviewing, investigating, and determining eligibility for Unemployment Insurance benefits, in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies; and informing individuals of their rights and responsibilities under the Unemployment Insurance Program

Teacher School Age

Toddler, Cadence Education
Rocklin, CA
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Supervised students based on licensing, administration and compliance standards to promote safe, clean and nurturing classroom environment.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.

Lead Teacher School Age

Kindercare Learning Centers
Elk Grove, CA
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Implement curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
  • Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
  • Partner and communicate with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
  • Support your center’s success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
  • Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners
  • Transport children to and from school with provided company bus.

General Manager

Dominos
Sacramento, CA
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
  • Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Identified problems, conducted troubleshooting and sought repair or maintenance support to keep restaurant equipment operational.
  • Set clear expectations and created positive working environment for employees.
  • Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
  • Verified accurate records and sufficient supplies by conducting regular inventories of food, beverages, glassware and other materials.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.

Recreational Leader

City of West Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Administrating after-school programs including academic assistance, enrichment programs, curriculum development and support
  • Equipment inventory and disbursement
  • Manage paperwork; guidance, counseling and mentoring of program participants, school, administration and other staff

Mail Clerk

Advantage Staffing
Sacramento, CA
07.2013 - 07.2014
  • Sort and collate email for events
  • Stamp mail with postage meters
  • Fold letters, circulars, and other documents
  • Insert mail into envelopes for distribution
  • Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight and destination.
  • Research information and help and help with presentation materials and revising notes.
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.

Assistant Manager

Dollar Tree
West Sacramento, CA
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Introduced new products or services, increased marketing activities and improved customer service to drive sales.
  • Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
  • Developed organizational structure to outline and direct rules, roles and responsibilities.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.

Salon Licensed Cosmetologist

Beauty Salon Owner
West Sacramento, CA
01.2008 - 06.2012


  • Responsibility for balancing and checking register drawer
  • Ability to manage time effectively
  • Incorporate products sales into services
  • Interact primarily with guests, involving the utmost in professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.
  • Spoke with clients regarding health history, expectations, services and procedures for safety and customer satisfaction.
  • Researched latest trends in hair and makeup to stay updated on color, style and technique.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments and created client service tickets.
  • Created marketing advertisements to increase awareness of services and boost sales.
  • Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.

Education

Associate of Science - Management

Sacramento City College
2012
  • Awarded Honors

Associate of Science - Marketing

Sacramento City College
2012
  • Awarded Honors

Skills

  • Human Resources Management Systems
  • Employee Hiring
  • Procedure Compliance
  • In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
  • Policy Interpretation
  • Decision Making
  • Employment Recordkeeping
  • Applicant Qualification
  • Business Correspondence Writing
  • Eligibility Determinations
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Adaptable to Changing Conditions
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Microsoft Office

Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Timeline

Employment Program Representative - EDD
07.2020 - Current
Teacher School Age - Toddler, Cadence Education
10.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Teacher School Age - Kindercare Learning Centers
01.2019 - 10.2019
General Manager - Dominos
01.2018 - 01.2019
Recreational Leader - City of West Sacramento
06.2016 - 08.2018
Mail Clerk - Advantage Staffing
07.2013 - 07.2014
Assistant Manager - Dollar Tree
08.2012 - 06.2013
Salon Licensed Cosmetologist - Beauty Salon Owner
01.2008 - 06.2012
Sacramento City College - Associate of Science, Management
Sacramento City College - Associate of Science, Marketing

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Dotty Garrison