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Tawney Ellis

Beaverton

Summary

Reliable, hardworking and ambitious individual with a dedicated passion for literature. Adaptable and driven with strengths in communication and collaboration. Intrinsically motivated to maintain a smooth and efficient work environment and appreciates the opportunity to learn new skills and advance knowledge with hands on experience.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookseller

Powell’s City of Books
Beaverton
06.2021 - Current

Excelled in restocking shelves when necessary to maintain adequate levels of inventory in a timely efficient manner. Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere in the bookstore and provided book recommendations based on their individual needs.

Performed merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current. Created engaging displays that captured customer interest and boosted sales.

Bartender

Ringo's Bar and Grill
Beaverton
08.2016 - Current

Worked as part of an active and involved team dynamic which required constant communication and consideration of the logistical dynamics of a high-volume environment. Also maintained comprehensive knowledge of the drink inventory and multiple specialty drinks.

Behavior Specialist

Center For Social Dynamics
Portland
06.2019 - 06.2020

Delivered specialized instruction to a broad range of clients with developmental disorders, including autism using applied behavior analysis. Developed and implemented individualized strategies with supervisors to meet goals. Fostered relationships with client's to increase engagement.

Floor Manager

Bootleggers Whiskey Bar
Beaverton
05.2017 - 06.2019

Exercised courtesy, composure, and compassion with customers and staff alike. Responsible for training and vetting new hires. Designed new beverage items and reinvented classic cocktails to increase overall revenue and patron loyalty.

Bartender

Keg and Cork
Casper
07.2013 - 02.2016

Initial development of work skills in an interactive environment. Discovered the value of consistent interaction with a regular customer base.

Bookkeeper/Cashier Manager

Smith's Food & Drug
Casper
08.2008 - 07.2013

Built and maintained effective working relationships with peers and upper management. Streamlined financial efficiencies by accurately processing bank reconciliations and delivering financial reporting.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Portland State University
Portland, OR
12.2018

Associate of Science - Psychology

Casper College
Casper, WY
12.2015

Skills

  • Avid reader
  • Knowledge of current titles
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Customer engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Visual displays
  • Book recommendations

Timeline

Bookseller

Powell’s City of Books
06.2021 - Current

Behavior Specialist

Center For Social Dynamics
06.2019 - 06.2020

Floor Manager

Bootleggers Whiskey Bar
05.2017 - 06.2019

Bartender

Ringo's Bar and Grill
08.2016 - Current

Bartender

Keg and Cork
07.2013 - 02.2016

Bookkeeper/Cashier Manager

Smith's Food & Drug
08.2008 - 07.2013

Associate of Science - Psychology

Casper College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Portland State University
Tawney Ellis