Sandra Alford
Laurinburg,NC
Summary
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning all field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with 7 years in school bus transportation work and high regard for student safety. Transported large school district's students on daily routes and field trips and earned high safety ratings every year. Excellent driving and communications skills leading to outstanding results. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Scotland County - North Carolina
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
- Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
Owner
Self
05.1992 - 03.2017
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including payroll, financial reporting and tax preparation.
- Hiring staff to work in the area of renovating properties.
- interviewing and approving new clients.
- maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols.
- Answering phone, typing, filing
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Correctional Officer
McCain Correctional Facility
05.1984 - 03.1992
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Office Assistance
North Carolina Department Of Corrections
06.1977 - 04.1984
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining filing systems and organizing documents.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
Education
No Degree - Secretarial Studies And Office Administration
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NCSkills
- Vehicle Inspections
- GPS and Route Planning
- Commercial Driving
- Transporting Students
- Class-C Driver
- Understands Local Routes
- Behavior Management
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Scotland County - North Carolina
05.2014 - 04.2017
Owner
Self
05.1992 - 03.2017
Correctional Officer
McCain Correctional Facility
05.1984 - 03.1992
Office Assistance
North Carolina Department Of Corrections
06.1977 - 04.1984
No Degree - Secretarial Studies And Office Administration
Fayetteville State University
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