Valarie Woodard
Sanford,FL
Summary
Professional with strong background in customer interactions and service solutions. Highly skilled in conflict resolution, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results through efficient and empathetic service. Known for reliability and proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Food and Beverage Expert
Target
Lake Mary, FL
02.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated self-motivation by consistently completing tasks without supervision.
- Thrived in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members and completed tasks independently to achieve project goals.
- Adapted to new situations by quickly mastering necessary skills and processes.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Youth Care Specialist
Residing Hope
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Delivered personalized, extended care to youth with high-level behavioral needs in therapeutic home setting, fostering emotional stability and personal growth.
- Developed individualized care plans to address diverse needs of youth clients.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills and emotional development.
- Monitored behavioral patterns, providing immediate interventions as necessary.
Production Worker
The Fathers Table
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Executed assembly line production in bakery, ensuring timely output of products
- Operated automated assembly line equipment, maintaining safety and operational standards
- Contributed to team efforts by ensuring daily goals were completed and quality standards maintained
Contract Diabetic Retinopathy Technician
Healpros
Central FL
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted in-home diabetic retinopathy screenings to identify early signs of retinal damage in patients.
- Operated and maintained advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure accurate assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care processes and outcomes.
Seasonal Package Delivery Driver
UPS
Longwood, FL
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered packages promptly, ensuring adherence to company rules and regulations while maintaining high customer service standards
- Delivered packages efficiently, ensuring timely arrival and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, routes, and vehicle inspections for compliance purposes.
Telecommunications Coordinator
Orange County Fire Rescue Department
Winter Park, FL
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Consulted with clients to clarify business and technical requirements for system modifications and technology purchases, ensuring alignment with client needs.
- Diagnosed and resolved network and device problems for users, implementing technical solutions to restore service promptly.
- Maintained safe work environment by adhering to established standards and procedures, promoting safety compliance.
- Communicated with clients via email.
- Managed installation and maintenance of radio systems, ensuring reliable connectivity for first responders.
- Coordinated telecommunications activities for emergency response, enhancing communication efficiency during critical operations.
- Maintained repair tickets via track it software.
- Microsoft office suite.
Firefighter/EMT
Orange County Fire Rescue Department
Winter Park, FL
07.2005 - 09.2019
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods, equipping them with life-saving techniques.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities, ensuring timely care.
- Conducted station tours, pre-incident surveys, and installed smoke detectors to enhance fire education and safety awareness in the community.
US Army Artillery Surveyor
United States Army
Fort Hood, Texas
04.1995 - 08.2002
- Executed ground weaponry operations, including Howitzers and Tanks, to enhance artillery combat effectiveness.
- Conducted field reconnaissance operations to improve real-time intelligence collection and support mission objectives.
- Coordinated field planning and ensured adherence to command structures and combat orders to maintain operational integrity.
Education
State of Florida Firefighter I And II Certification - Fire Standards
Central Florida Fire Academy
Orlando, FLEmergency Medical Technician - undefined
Mid Florida Technical
Orlando, FLNo Degree - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXHigh School Diploma - undefined
Dr. Phillips High School
Orlando, FLSkills
- Basic Life Support CPR certification
- Customer Service
- Quality Control
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team Building
- Active Listening
- Customer service
Timeline
Food and Beverage Expert
Target
02.2025 - Current
Youth Care Specialist
Residing Hope
11.2023 - 12.2024
Production Worker
The Fathers Table
08.2023 - 11.2023
Contract Diabetic Retinopathy Technician
Healpros
04.2023 - 07.2023
Seasonal Package Delivery Driver
UPS
10.2022 - 01.2023
Telecommunications Coordinator
Orange County Fire Rescue Department
09.2019 - 03.2021
Firefighter/EMT
Orange County Fire Rescue Department
07.2005 - 09.2019
US Army Artillery Surveyor
United States Army
04.1995 - 08.2002
High School Diploma - undefined
Dr. Phillips High School
No Degree - General Studies
Central Texas College
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Mid Florida Technical
State of Florida Firefighter I And II Certification - Fire Standards
Central Florida Fire Academy