Tariq Harden
Portland,OR
Summary
Reliable business professional with five years of excellent customer service and sales experience. Seeking a challenging career with a reputable company, where I can utilize my skills, passion and knowledge of sports, mentorship, and community outreach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Team Leader
GlobalOne Security
03.2024 - Current
- Used two-way communication to generate enthusiasm and foster atmosphere receptive to open exchange.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Managed scheduling and deployment of security personnel across various shifts.
Youth Navigating Coordinator
Paper Route Academy
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Provided guidance in conflict resolution, promoting positive peer interactions.
- Increased youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions in mentoring sessions.
- Encouraged the exploration of personal interests by guiding youths in identifying their strengths and passions.
- Strengthened leadership abilities in youths by providing opportunities for them to take on responsibilities within group activities or projects.
- Created workshops for youth to improve communication skills, teamwork and cooperation.
- Implemented goal-setting strategies with mentees, promoting personal accountability and growth towards their objectives.
- Counseled students regarding educational issues such as truancy, study habits and career planning.
- Connected youths with relevant resources such as scholarships or internships, enhancing their future opportunities for success.
- Planned and executed productive self-esteem building activities to promote personal growth and daily living skills.
- Assisted with college application processes, resulting in higher acceptance rates among graduating mentees.
Valet Attendant
Global Parking Servies
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Parked and retrieved guest vehicles quickly to avoid long wait times.
- Drove vehicles to parking area, secured vehicles and returned tag and keys to key booth.
- Returned guests' vehicles while following safe driving practices and obeying traffic laws.
- Verified valid driver's licenses before allowing customers to drive away with their cars.
- Created exceptional customer service by delivering safe, seamless and prompt parking experiences.
Sports Recruiter Coordinator
NCSA Next College Student Athlete
03.2022 - 09.2023
- First point of contact for student-athletes and their families, helping identify dedicated athletes for college coaches, through high-volume outbound calls.
- Provide education around service offerings, develop personal relationships in order to connect athletes to college coaches, gain expertise in about 30+ different sports recruitment processes.
- Conducted initial phone screens to assess candidate suitability and interest level.
Detailer
HG Auto Detailing
04.2020 - 04.2022
- Auto detailing according to standards of client specifications, may include thoroughly washing, buffing, and waxing exteriors, vacuuming, steaming, and deodorizing interiors.
- Ability to determine the correct cleaning agents to use, operate cleaning equipment correctly, multitask, attention to detail, communication skills and time management.
- Ordered and restocked supplies to keep workplace operating smoothly.
Sales Department/Pal Agent
Mydaily Choice
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Helped local cannabis business to grow by assisting in business model training with compensation plan.
- Placed calls to assist with current affiliates and new affiliates, data pulling, assistant with conventions as needed, phone monitoring for customer care.
- 75-100 calls daily performing excellent customer service to our affiliates.
- Personal assistant to over 80 affiliates, round the clock online support for our social media page.
Sales Associate
Dick’s Sporting Goods
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Interact with customers to show passion, knowledge, dedication and commitment in their sport or activity.
- Promote company programs like warranty sales, scorecard (loyalty program), seasonal promotions and private label credit card services.
Courtesy Clerk
Smith’s Food and Drug
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Greet customers, assist with loading merchandise into customers vehicles, bag merchandise for customers, stocking and maintaining a clean environment for customers to shop.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coronado High School
Henderson, NV06.2016
Skills
- Excellent Customer Service
- Leadership
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Teamwork/Ability to Adapt
Timeline
Youth Navigating Coordinator
Paper Route Academy
01.2025 - 01.2026
Security Team Leader
GlobalOne Security
03.2024 - Current
Valet Attendant
Global Parking Servies
11.2023 - 02.2024
Sports Recruiter Coordinator
NCSA Next College Student Athlete
03.2022 - 09.2023
Detailer
HG Auto Detailing
04.2020 - 04.2022
Sales Department/Pal Agent
Mydaily Choice
01.2019 - 03.2022
Sales Associate
Dick’s Sporting Goods
08.2017 - 09.2018
Courtesy Clerk
Smith’s Food and Drug
06.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Coronado High School