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Kara Scott

Springhill,NS

Summary

Proven leader with extensive experience at Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation, excelling in team leadership and complex problem-solving. Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility, achieving significant team performance improvements. Skilled in staff training and development, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Enhanced employee engagement and customer satisfaction through effective communication and decision-making.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager IV

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2023.05 - Current
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.

Manager I

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2019.06 - 2023.05

* Team Building

* Customer Focused

* Problem Solving

* Results Orientation

* Managing Performance of the Team

* Enhancing and Upholding our Values and Standards

Retail Product Specialist

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2010.04 - 2015.05

* Superior Customer Service Skills

* Learned about products and shared knowledge with customers and work team

* Developed Creativity and Presentation Skills

* Continuous knowledge development and professional development

RPT/Casual Team Member

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2007.04 - 2010.04
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.

Recreation Leader

Town of Springhill
2002.04 - 2006.10

* Engaged with participants to encourage involvement in different recreation activities.

* Supported site leader in coordinating and executing different projects

* Implemented and Supervised a variety of fun fitness driven activities for children and adults

Recreation Program Leader

Correctional Service of Canada
1998.08 - 2003.07

* Planned, organized and facilitated diverse recreational programs

* Implemented activities to provide recreation and socialization for inmates

* Delivered and supervised behavioral and social programs to inmates

Education

Diploma - Recreational Leadership

NSCC Truro
Truro, NS
05.1997

High School Diploma -

Canso High School
Canso, NS
06.1993

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Decision-Making
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Manager IV

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2023.05 - Current

Manager I

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2019.06 - 2023.05

Retail Product Specialist

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2010.04 - 2015.05

RPT/Casual Team Member

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation
2007.04 - 2010.04

Recreation Leader

Town of Springhill
2002.04 - 2006.10

Recreation Program Leader

Correctional Service of Canada
1998.08 - 2003.07

Diploma - Recreational Leadership

NSCC Truro

High School Diploma -

Canso High School
Kara Scott