Scott Larson
Saint Johns,MI
Summary
Adaptable and passionate professional with 20+ years of work experience and proven knowledge of leadership, problem-solving, and workflow prioritization. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Range Safety Officer
Range 517
Lansing, MI
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed safety inspections and maintained records of all range activities.
- Monitored live fire exercises, identified unsafe conditions, and provided corrective action to personnel.
- Enforced range rules and regulations, ensuring safe operation at all times.
- Conducted pre-range safety briefings for personnel to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Provided guidance on the proper use of firearms, ammunition, and explosives.
- Assisted in the development of training plans and materials for personnel using the range facility.
- Inspected weapons prior to use on the firing line to ensure they were in safe condition.
Store Leader
Speedway
Lansing, Michigan
10.2015 - 06.2023
- Performed daily business operations
- Developed and implemented growth strategies
- Trained low-level managers and staff
- Created and managed budgets
- Improved revenue
- Full cycle recruiting
- Evaluated performance and productivity
- Analyzed accounting and financial data
- Researched and identified growth opportunities
- Generated reports and gave presentations
Store Manager
Wal-Mart
Grand Rapids, Michigan
08.2002 - 05.2015
- Ensured exceptional level of customer service.
- Supervised 350+ employees.
- Enforced company regulations.
- Processed various administrative tasks, including process payroll, delegate daily assignments, implement promotional campaigns, track inventories, analyze and report sales data, and coordinate merchandise shipments.
- Carried out disciplinary actions when necessary and served as primary enforcer of loss prevention tactics.
- Addressed employee issues, performed corrective actions and terminated employment when necessary.
- Created and distributed training materials and programs to staff members.
- Solved problems and resolved conflicts for team members and customers.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, alleviating shrink.
- Coordinated employee schedules according to availability and made staffing adjustments to cover shifts.
- Analyzed sales numbers and performance metrics to locate deficits and implement process improvements.
- Interviewed and hired prospective employees according to team needs.
Naval Officer /Navigator
US Navy
Jacksonville, Florida
05.1998 - 05.2002
- Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer
- Personnel Officer
- Casualty Call Assistance Officer
Education
B.A - Sociology applied Criminology
Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio05.1998
Skills
- Highly Organized Strong Work Ethic
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Benefits and compensation
- Cultural Awareness
- Government Rules and Regulations
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Facilities oversight
- Budget Analysis
- Environmental Compliance
- Shooting techniques
- Firearms Training
- Managing range safety
- Weapons training
- Assisting customers
- Resolving Complaints
- Classroom Management
Accomplishments
- Navy Commendation Medal (2002)
- Navy Achievement Medal (2001-2002)
- National Defense Medal (2001)
- Wal-Mart Store Manager of the Year (2012)
- Wal-Mart Food Co Manager of the Year (2011)
- Wal-Mart Assistant Manager of the Year (2008)
Timeline
Range Safety Officer
Range 517
08.2023 - 09.2024
Store Leader
Speedway
10.2015 - 06.2023
Store Manager
Wal-Mart
08.2002 - 05.2015
Naval Officer /Navigator
US Navy
05.1998 - 05.2002
B.A - Sociology applied Criminology
Ohio State University