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Julie Anne Baxter

Deception Bay,QLD

Summary

A hardworking, professional and passionate mature aged woman with strong organisational skills eager to secure work in the Optometric Assistant field.

Articulate, self disciplined, organised and driven with high energy and an engaging personality.

A dependable, reliable and trustworthy retail and customer service professional with experience in dynamic, high-performance environments. Skilled in processing transactions, handling cash, using registers and arranging merchandise.

Maintains high-level customer satisfaction by smoothly resolving customer requests, needs and problems.

Resourceful and skilled in learning customer needs and committed to strengthening customer experiences with positivity and professionalism when answering requests and processing sales.

Absolutely thrives in a team environment but also able to operate comfortably autonomously.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Hairdresser

Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
  • Welcomed and guided clients through consultations to ensure individual outcomes, needs and expectations were met.
  • Worked autonomously which required self discipline, initiative, great attitude and motivation.
  • Increased repeat clientele and developed a loyal following by providing exceptional customer service and attention to detail.
  • Increased client satisfaction by routinely following up with them post-service to address any concerns or provide additional advice.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance based on needs and preferences.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Performed daily business administration duties:

- Receiving phone calls and entering appointments

- Collecting payments for services rendered (cash and POS)

- End of day accounts balancing and banking

On completion of my Hairdressing Course in 2021 I received the award of Dux.

Sales Assistant

DNA Steel
02.2016 - 02.2017
  • Listened to client needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Answered client questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Assisted clients with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Supported store management with administrative tasks such as answering the phone, scheduling appointments or updating client records.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Worked closely with other team members to ensure clients needs were met at an exceptional level.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Police Officer

Northern Territory Police Force
06.2003 - 01.2016
  • Developed strong rapport with members of the public, stakeholders and fellow officers to build trust and strong interpersonal and professional relationships.
  • Supervised up to 10 junior members as Sergeant and supported fellow supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts, checking submitted arrest, coronial or court files and maintaining record keeping at high standards to increase department efficiency and organisation.
  • Implemented community outreach initiatives that strengthened partnerships between community members and local law enforcement agencies.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Mentored junior officers on importance of ethical behaviour, accountability, initiative and professionalism in their role as public servants.
  • Trained, mentored and supervised up to 80 Police Recruits at a time at the NT Police Academy as Firearms, Defensive Tactics and First Aid Instructor. I also trained and mentored new officers upon graduation and during their probationary period.
  • Wrote, developed, implemented and delivered an RTO recognised Police First Aid Course. This course met very specific First Aid training needs of Police Officers as first responders providing them confidence and skills during their professional career.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Upon completion of my Firearms Instructors Course I received the Top Instructor Award.

Paramedic

Northern Territory Ambulance Service (St John)
03.2005 - 02.2012
  • Responded to critical incidences and transported critically ill and injured patients to the nearest medical facility, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
  • Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals to receiving medical staff by clearly communicating relevant information to ensure seamless continuity of care.
  • Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
  • Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
  • Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
  • Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.

In 2008 I was nominated for Northern Territory Paramedic of the Year Award.

Education

Cetificate III in Hairdressing - Hairdressing

Katrinas School of Hair And Beauty
Queensland
06.2021

Diploma Paramedical Science - Paramedical Science

Charles Sturt University
NSW
06.2009

Diploma in Public Safety - Public Safety (Policing)

James Cook University
Queensland
12.2003

Skills

  • Providing amazing client consultations from first contact to service completion
  • Working effectively and harmoniously in team environments whilst also being comfortable working autonomously
  • Providing support to management to ensure an effective working space
  • Initiative, detail-orientated, reliable, trustworthy and highly motivated
  • Service Coordination and sales experience
  • Clear Communication and adaptable to changing client needs
  • Effectively manage POS as well as start and end of day procedures
  • Health Code Compliance

References

DNA Steel

Brad Oakes (Director)

0408 020 404



Katrinas School of Hair and Beauty

Charlene Wilmott (Instructor)

0423 846 515


Timeline

Hairdresser

Self Employed
01.2021 - Current

Sales Assistant

DNA Steel
02.2016 - 02.2017

Paramedic

Northern Territory Ambulance Service (St John)
03.2005 - 02.2012

Police Officer

Northern Territory Police Force
06.2003 - 01.2016

Cetificate III in Hairdressing - Hairdressing

Katrinas School of Hair And Beauty

Diploma Paramedical Science - Paramedical Science

Charles Sturt University

Diploma in Public Safety - Public Safety (Policing)

James Cook University
Julie Anne Baxter