Jessica Sorrell
Hampton,VA
Summary
Dedicated Maritime Specialist with over 10 years of experience in service delivery and a strong track record of effective multitasking. Expertise in community and social work, complemented by 6 years of hands-on experience in mental health and crisis management. Committed to fostering positive outcomes through compassionate support and strategic problem-solving. Results-driven professional eager to leverage skills in dynamic environments to enhance service quality and community well-being.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
Petsmart
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Marine Science Technician
United States Coast Gaurd
03.2010 - 08.2021
- Inspected Foreign and Domestic Vessels to ensure compliance with dometic and international regulations.
- Conducted safety analysis and inspection of Explosive shipments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA06-2028
High School Diploma -
Churchland High School
Portsmouth, VA01.2007
Skills
- Hazard identification
- Environmental monitoring
- Personal protective equipment
- Hazardous materials management
- Equipment inspection
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hazardous material handling
- Technical report writing
- Regulatory compliance
- Data entry
- Observation documentation
Accomplishments
Social Work
- Breast Feeding Peer Counselor
- Initiated Parent Support Group for Active Military
- Suicide Prevention Awareness Initiative
Military Awards
- Coast Guard Achievement Medal with Gold Star in Lieu of Second
- Coast Guard Unit Commendation Ribbon
- Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon
- National Defense Service Medal with a Bronze Star in Lieu of Second
- Coast Guard Special Operations Service Ribbon with a Bronze Star in Lieu of Second
- Third Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal 2019
Certification
Certifications and Training
- Incident Command System Oct 2020
- MTS Leader Sept 2019
- ICS 346/7/8 Mar 2018
- Sexual Assault Prevention & Advocate 2018
- ICS 300 FEB 2017
- Port State Control Officer 2017
- Waterfront Facility Inspector 2017
- Explosive Handling Supervisor Apr 2016
- Container Inspection Jul 2015
- Marine Science Technician 2013
Timeline
Manager
Petsmart
06.2022 - 07.2025
Marine Science Technician
United States Coast Gaurd
03.2010 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma -
Churchland High School
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