Ivy Hummel
Bremerton
Summary
Employment Specialist with expertise in job placement and client assessment. Demonstrated success in developing partnerships and enhancing customer engagement through customized employment plans and effective workshops.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Specialist
Easterseals
Bremerton
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitated job placements for individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds, connecting them with suitable employment opportunities.
- Developed individualized employment plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Coordinated resume writing and interview preparation workshops, empowering job seekers with essential skills for successful job applications.
- Collaborated with local businesses to create job opportunities for clients.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to clients throughout the employment process.
- Conducted assessments to identify clients' skills, interests, and barriers to employment.
- Established partnerships with community organizations, increasing resource availability for clients and expanding employment support services.
- Trained staff on best practices in employment services and client engagement strategies.
Finance and Sales Manager
Aarons Furniture Store
Bremerton
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed financial transactions and sales operations to streamline processes at leading furniture retailer.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to enhance customer engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance inventory management and improve product displays.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in finance and sales techniques.
- Analyzed market trends to inform pricing strategies and promotional campaigns.
- Oversaw budgeting processes to align financial allocations with organizational goals.
Credit Counselor
American Finance Solutions
Bremerton
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided personalized financial counseling to clients facing credit challenges.
- Maintained client financial profiles using specialized software to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
- Educated clients on credit management and debt reduction strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' financial situations and needs.
- Negotiated favorable terms for clients by collaborating with financial institutions to enhance credit solutions.
- Conducted workshops on budgeting and credit repair to empower community members with essential financial skills.
- Analyzed client credit reports to identify improvement opportunities.
Sales Associate
DaBella
Bremerton
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team performance and outcomes.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Addressed customer requests and answered questions, leading to increased satisfaction.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Sales Associate
West Hills Honda
Bremerton
04.2018 - 09.2022
- Assisted customers in selecting vehicles that meet their needs and preferences.
- Delivered engaging vehicle presentations that highlighted features and benefits, enhancing buyer understanding.
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone and email, ensuring timely and informative communication.
- Facilitated test drives to enhance customer experience and vehicle understanding.
- Collaborated with finance team to streamline financing options for customers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, promotions, and market trends.
- Provided exceptional customer service to build lasting relationships and trust.
- Trained new sales staff on product knowledge and sales techniques effectively.
- Cultivated relationships with potential buyers through proactive phone and email outreach.
Sales Lead
7 Imports
Silverdale
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Led daily sales activities to drive customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Trained new sales associates on company products and services to enhance team knowledge and customer support.
- Utilized point-of-sale systems to process transactions efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes, ensuring product availability.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor for optimal shopping experience.
- Communicated promotional offers effectively to customers and staff alike.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently, maintaining quality standards and improving customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Kitsap High
Silverdale, WA05-2017
Skills
- Employment facilitation
- Job development
- Talent acquisition
- Employment planning
- Employer outreach
- Client assessment
- Client advocacy
- Disability services
- Sales strategy
- Market analysis
- Customer engagement
- Customer satisfaction
- Partnership development
- Recruitment coordination
- Career assessment
- Data analysis
- Business operations
- Problem solving
- Time management abilities
- Networking strategies
- Employment law knowledge
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Easterseals
10.2025 - Current
Credit Counselor
American Finance Solutions
02.2024 - 03.2025
Finance and Sales Manager
Aarons Furniture Store
01.2024 - 09.2025
Sales Associate
DaBella
01.2023 - 07.2024
Sales Associate
West Hills Honda
04.2018 - 09.2022
Sales Lead
7 Imports
08.2017 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Central Kitsap High