Patrick Thatcher is seeking a position in business/legal administration. He has a proven track record of providing outstanding customer service and administrative support. Thatcher has worked in various retail roles including as a sales associate and department manager at Walmart, where he helped increase sales and profitability. He is currently pursuing a Paralegal Studies degree from Coastline Community College with an expected graduation in fall 2016.
Experienced Administrative Professional Seeking New Opportunity
1. PATRICK
THATCHER
4382 Brookside St.
Irvine, CA 92604
949 573 4589
PatrickSeanThatcher@gmail.com
www.LinkedIn.com/in/pthatcher
ABOUT ME
Enthusiastic professional with a proven track record of providing
outstanding service. I efficiently perform a myriad of skills
necessary for a variety of administrative roles. With motivation
and initiative, I am able to work well on my own or in a team
setting. I work dynamically in a professional environment with
honesty and reliability.
Seeking to obtain a position in business/legal administration to
maximize my management, project coordination, organization,
and inter-personal skills.
EDUCATION
C O A S T L I N E C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
P A R A L E G A L S T U D I E S ▪ 2015-2016
ESTIMATED GRADUATION DATE: FALL OF 2016
U N I V E R S I T Y O F C A L I F O R N I A , I R V I N E
S O C I O L O G Y ▪ 2002 – 2004, 2009-2010
112 UNITS COMPLETED
EMPLOYMENT
S A L E S A S S O C I A T E at WALMART
Irvine, CA ▪ 2014 – current
+ Assisted customers with product selection and responsible for
providing a service-based shopping experience.
+ Partnered with department manager to implement new programs
in sales pricing and training.
+ Merchandised, stocked, and maintained food safety.
+ Department grew 5% in sales and 130% in profit; first profitable
months in store history.
D E P A R T M E N T M A N A G E R at WALMART
Chandler, AZ ▪ 2013 – 2014
+ Conceptualized and organized merchandise displays, and
participated fully with auxiliary duties associated with maintaining
the appearance and corporate integrity of the store
+ Stocked, ordered, and managed inventory.
+ Developed and led four associates, including: hiring, training,
scheduling, one-on-one coaching.
+ Store ranked Top 3 in Phoenix area for service quality and
inventory management, including 4 months #1 in Customer
Service Scores.
SKILLS
Able to Listen
Accept Feedback
Adaptable
Artistic Sense
Assertive
Attentive
Business Trend Awareness
Collaborating
Communication
Leadership
TECHNICAL
Advanced proficiency with
Microsoft Office applications:
Word
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint
Highly computer literate in both PC
and Apple computers including
typing at 85 WPM
LANGUAGES
English
2. PERSONAL
Writing, reading
Building computers
Live action role-playing games
Video games
Crossword puzzles
Spending time with family
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
S A L E S A S S O C I A T E at DANIEL’S JEWELERS
Ontario, CA ▪ 2011-2013
+ Assisted customers with product selection and responsible for
providing a consultative shopping experience with an emphasis on
customer service.
+ Ensured store maintained first-class impression with
merchandising concepts.
+ Cross-trained for supervisory role, including developing and
training associates, and leading sales team.
A S S I S T A N T M A N A G E R at AIM MAIL CENTERS
Irvine, CA ▪ 2010-2011
+ Managed and developed two associates in customer service,
account and inventory management, sales, and merchandising.
+ Designated as a leader by assisting senior management in
advertising, marketing, and hiring.
+ Supported store by providing technical work on computers,
printers, and other devices.
+ Spearheaded a pricing renovation project; resulting in additional
options and increased customer value.
C A S H I E R at SMART AND FINAL STORES, INC
Irvine, CA ▪ 2001-2008
+ Led store’s cashiers in maintaining quality customer service and
fast checkout times for customers.
+ Coordinated all incoming customer service inquiries and phone
calls.