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Shannon Simms

Rocky Mount,VA

Summary

I am a highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. My strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills have earned me success in prior employment. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills, I am a very committed employee with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. I am very skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the needs of .he organization. I bring with me excellent communication and problem-solving skills. I consider myself detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.

I have a strong desire to be part of a strong team and give back to my community in some way. I feel as though this position would give me that, as well as enhance my personal growth. I appreciate consideration for this opportunity, or any other possible positions available.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications Officer

Franklin County Sheriff's Office
Rocky Mount, VA
06.2022 - Current
  • Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
  • Verified proper handling and routing of communications and classified data.
  • Established or maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer or public interest groups.
  • Safeguarded records and material, including configuration, custody, safekeeping and destruction of material.
  • Performed classified data and communications management and routing.
  • Developed strategic plans to manage crisis situations while protecting the reputation of the organization.
  • Trained and mentored personnel on security protocol adherence and compliance with safety guidelines.
  • Monitored configuration, custody, security and destruction of sensitive material.
  • Maintained open communication with officers in each department, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our organization.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Answered 70+ calls per shift to assist with caller questions and concerns.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.

Farm Manager

Homeplace Stables, LLC
Ferrum, VA
05.2004 - 02.2023
  • Applied knowledge of years of farm experience to meet livestock needs and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed farm schedules for livestock, special events and training needs.
  • Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
  • Implemented action plans to meet farm-specific and client-set goals.
  • Assisted in developing marketing plans including advertising campaigns aimed at promoting services supplied by the farm.
  • Created strategies for controlling pests and weeds without using harmful chemicals.
  • Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
  • Inspected fields regularly to ensure proper fertilization levels are maintained.
  • Established safety procedures and took action to minimize safety incidents on farm.
  • Trained new workers on safety and farm procedures.
  • Managed employees and subcontractors to meet or exceed cost and quality goals.
  • Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing liability.
  • Delegated tasks to seasonal workers and supervised completion of duties and responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with local agricultural organizations to stay informed on best practices in farming techniques.
  • Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to protect animal health.
  • Hired seasonal workers and provided training on safety protocols and use of equipment.
  • Conducted or supervised animal care to ensure optimal health.
  • Organized the purchase of supplies such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
  • Provided guidance to staff members on how best to handle difficult tasks or situations encountered during their daily duties.
  • Handled money by accurately setting up accounts and preparing budgets.
  • Negotiated contracts with buyers and sellers of other livestock.
  • Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
  • Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Band Assistant

Andrew Lewis Middle School
Salem, VA
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Assigned and rented out instruments to students for each semester.
  • Assisted with fundraising for music department to pay for competitions and new instruments.
  • Handled the incoming money for all fundraising and kept records.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with the Director.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Approached students and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish classroom goals.
  • Promoted high student satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly assistance.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls from parents.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Exceeded student and faculty satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Maintained open communication with the Director and other faculty members, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Identified needs of students and staff promptly and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Worked with multiple faculty members to achieve goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Herbert Hoover High School
Glendale, CA
06-1991

Some College (No Degree) - Social Science Teacher Education/Psychology

Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA

Skills

  • Internal Communications
  • Press Release Writing
  • Crisis Management
  • Corporate Communications
  • Client Coaching
  • Public Relations Strategies
  • Media Relations
  • Community Relationship Building
  • Problem-Solving
  • Incident Response
  • Media Communications
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Team Development
  • Writing, Editing, and Proofreading
  • Community Relations
  • Corporate Events Planning
  • Crisis Response
  • Event Coordination
  • Crisis Communications
  • Team Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Strategy Development

Affiliations

  • National level horse trainer that I do when time allows
  • Outdoor lover and runner
  • Mom of three and very active in their lives

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Communications Officer

Franklin County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - Current

Band Assistant

Andrew Lewis Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2018

Farm Manager

Homeplace Stables, LLC
05.2004 - 02.2023

High School Diploma -

Herbert Hoover High School

Some College (No Degree) - Social Science Teacher Education/Psychology

Virginia Western Community College

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