Karen Stevenson
Glen Spey
Summary
Detail-focused Assistant brings hands-on approach and amazing energy to meet task-based needs. Reliable, quick-paced and team-oriented nature streamlines background operations. Focused comprehension to accomplish projects and multi-task to meet concurrent deadlines and expectations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Volunteer Camper Assistant
New York State Park at Hither Hills
Montauk
06.2024 - Current
- Supervised the daily activities for up to 50 children, including arts and crafts and other recreation activities.
- Attend weekly meetings with the park staff and fellow volunteers to determine goals and scheduling.
- Be a good role model and resource for fellow campers and to assist in any emergencies as needed.
Shopkeeper
Maison Bergogne
Narrowsburg
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Oversee daily operations in a retail setting independently with minimal supervision.
- Communicate with clients and follow up with any inquiries in a timely manner.
- Ensure accuracy with the online product assortment with photos, description, pricing and availability.
- Utilize A I platforms to source, research and price items.
- Complete a daily record of transactions, ensuring accuracy.
Talent Co Manager
Express
West Nyack
09.2011 - 02.2014
- Oversee all aspects of human resources in a retail environment.
- Recruite, interview, hire and train all new employees.
- Analysis data to create forecasted staffing goals for peak seasons.
- Create a schedule for a staff of up to 120 to optimize efficiency and best serve the customers.
General Manager
Gap
West Nyack
06.1999 - 09.2011
- Developed a high performing team of up to 60 employees and 7 managers by utilizing SMART goals.
- Successfully roll out brand initiatives to ensure a seamless customer experience.
- Manage a yearly budget/sales of 6 million dollars per year to maximize profitability.
- Attend meetings and training at the district, regional and national level to continue professional development.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY 01.2014 - 05.2016
Skills
- Excellent time management
- Able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Customer service
Time away from the full time work force
- I have been out of the full time work force for some time. I have spent most of that time in a care taker role for my family. I completed my associates degree during this time. I have also taken on several part time or seasonal jobs, numerous too list. I am eager to return to full time employment in a role that is meaningful and with potential for advancement.
Timeline
Volunteer Camper Assistant
New York State Park at Hither Hills
06.2024 - Current
Shopkeeper
Maison Bergogne
06.2023 - 12.2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Rockland Community College
01.2014 - 05.2016
Talent Co Manager
Express
09.2011 - 02.2014
General Manager
Gap
06.1999 - 09.2011