Tamika Richardson

Part-time, Mon–Fri (25–30 hrs/week)

Field Operations / Remote Field Data Collector - Research Triangle Institute (RTI) - North Carolina

(2026-03)

Part-time, Mon–Fri (25–30 hrs/week)

• Commute to designated regions to collect data for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
• Provide direct, door-to-door customer service and engage residents in person at designated dwelling units.
• Conduct surveys with residents and accurately gather required study information.
• Complete data entry for each study and maintain accurate records of collected information.
• Process participant compensation upon completion of each study.
• Drive 50+ miles daily in a personal vehicle to assigned field locations.
• Interact professionally with approximately 60–75 residents per day while maintaining confidentiality and study procedures.

Quality Technician - Cereal Ingredient Inc - North Carolina

(2025-03 - 2025-09)

• Collected and evaluated ingredient samples to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and contamination-free standards.
• Conducted routine walk-throughs of the warehouse and food processing lines to verify operational sanitation and detect potential hazards or foreign materials.
• Operated and inspected heavy machinery, including mixer magnets and bag magnets, to remove metal contaminants and ensure product purity.
• Performed physically demanding tasks including climbing ladders, walking up to 85% of the shift, heavy lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching to support production operations.
• Documented sample results and communicated quality findings to supervisors and production teams to support corrective actions.

Patient Access Specialist - AssistRx Patient Solutions - Overland Park, KS

(2023-12 - 2025-10)

Full-time, Mon–Fri (40 hrs/week)

• Manage inbound and outbound calls to introduce services, collect patient data, and verify insurance benefits.
• Maintain accurate documentation in patient data systems.
• Communicate with insurers and pharmacies to resolve patient issues and conduct follow-ups.
• Handle escalated patient concerns professionally.
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.

Assistant Store Manager - AutoZone - Raytown, MO

(2022-04 - 2023-12)

40 hrs/week, Sun–Sat

• Supervised and supported a team of 10+ employees per shift.
• Oversaw daily operations, including opening/closing, cash handling, and bank deposits.
• Monitored store metrics including sales, upselling goals, losses/profits, and team performance.
• Enforced company policies and ensured high standards of customer service and operational efficiency.

Customer Contact Specialist - U.S. Small Business Administration - Buffalo, NY

(2021-06 - 2022-03)

Remote, 60 hrs/week, Sun–Fri

• Assisted high volumes of callers regarding loan applications and statuses.
• Resolved customer concerns and routed inquiries to appropriate departments.
• Delivered accurate information and solutions in a timely, empathetic manner.

Enumerator - U.S. Census Bureau - Kansas City, MO

(2020-07 - 2021-05)

40 hrs/week, Sun–Sat

• Collected census data in assigned areas using government-provided tools and procedures.
• Conducted in-person and remote outreach to residents to verify household information.
• Submitted data securely to regional offices for national records.

Senior IT Recruiter / Sourcing Specialist / HR Generalist - Rose International - Flower Mound, TX

(2019-06 - 2020-04)

Hybrid: In-Office/Remote, 40 hrs/week, Mon–Fri

• Recruited and sourced candidates across platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, CareerBuilder, Taleo, etc.).
• Conducted full-cycle recruiting including screening, onboarding, compliance, and documentation.
• Utilized ATS/CRM systems such as Taleo and HRIS for tracking and reporting.
• Led employment verification, background checks, and new hire processing (I-9s, W-4s, payroll, benefits).
• Managed employee relations, ensuring ethical and HR-compliant practices.
• Achieved a candidate placement rate of 5 per day with a 98% client satisfaction rate.

Associate of Applied Science - Real Estate - Tarrant County College