Connor La Croix
Knoxville
Summary
Civil Affairs Specialist with the United States Army Reserve, skilled in cross-cultural communication and problem-solving. Enhanced mission success by analyzing socio-political dynamics and facilitating collaboration with NGOs. Proven reliability and punctuality, delivering results in fast-paced environments. Promoted sustainable development through environmental management, achieving 95% project efficiency.
Offering strong organizational abilities and excellent time management skills, eager to learn and develop in fast-paced environment. Contributes understanding of local routes and traffic patterns, along with capability to handle and transport items safely. Ready to use and develop problem-solving skills and customer service abilities in Delivery Driver role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Affairs Specialist
United States Army Reserve
Knoxville, TN
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs for military personnel on cultural awareness and community relations.
- Analyzed socio-economic data to identify needs and prioritize humanitarian assistance projects effectively.
- Facilitated communication between military units, local authorities, and NGOs to streamline collaboration efforts.
- Led assessments of community infrastructure, recommending improvements to enhance service delivery in critical areas.
- Enhanced cooperation among diverse groups by organizing and leading community meetings for conflict resolution.
- Contributed to mission success by providing timely analysis on socio-political dynamics affecting military operations in assigned regions.
- Promoted sustainable development by advising on best practices for environmental management during military activities.
Dasher
DoorDash
Alcoa, TN
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered food efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Navigated diverse neighborhoods to optimize delivery routes and minimize wait times.
- Maintained high standards of service quality through proactive communication with customers and merchants.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate deliveries.
- Utilized GPS navigation tools effectively to minimize travel duration while maximizing delivery capacity.
- Ensured order accuracy, double-checking items before leaving the pickup location.
Restaurant Team Member, Iron Horse Pizza
Dollywood Theme Park
Pigeon Forge, TN
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth restaurant operations during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas to uphold health standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens and grills, while adhering to safety protocols.
- Performed opening and closing duties as needed, ensuring the restaurant was prepared for efficient operation each day.
In-House Team Member
Papa John's Pizza
Alcoa, TN
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Assisted in food preparation and assembly according to menu specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to optimize inventory management and reduce waste.
- Supported training of new staff on kitchen processes and safety practices.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of back-of-house areas, adhering to health standards.
- Managed cash register operations accurately, processing transactions with attention to detail.
- Arrived to work in uniform and presentable in appearance to meet restaurant standards.
Server
Dollywood Theme Park
Pigeon Forge, TN
04.2022 - 03.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak hours, ensuring timely order delivery.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to optimize food preparation and presentation standards.
- Processed payments accurately using point-of-sale systems, minimizing transaction errors.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Restaurant Team Member
Culver's Restaurant
Alcoa, TN
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, adhering to safety standards and food handling protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN01-2030
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Maryville05-2025
Skills
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Quick decision making
- Reliability and punctuality
- Strong navigation skills
- Tech-savviness
- Environmental consciousness
- Quick learner
- Problem-solving
- Customer communication
- Smartphone operation
- Cross-cultural communication
- Cultural awareness
- Humanitarian assistance
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
Arabic
Elementary
Timeline
Dasher
DoorDash
11.2025 - Current
Restaurant Team Member, Iron Horse Pizza
Dollywood Theme Park
03.2025 - 12.2025
In-House Team Member
Papa John's Pizza
11.2023 - 03.2025
Civil Affairs Specialist
United States Army Reserve
03.2023 - Current
Restaurant Team Member
Culver's Restaurant
08.2022 - 11.2022
Server
Dollywood Theme Park
04.2022 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Tennessee
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School