Avery Kelley

I worked as a lead kennel tech, where I was in charge of:

• Carried out administrative tasks by communicating with clients.
• Answered the phones, called customers, and worked the register.
• Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
• Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
• Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
• Provided top-notch customer service to every customer and exceptional care to animals.
• Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
• Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
• Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears, expressing anal glands, and providing other types of basic care.
• Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
• Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.

I was the assistant manager where I:

• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Stocked and organized concession supplies to provide customers with food and beverage options.
• Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
• Maintained lobby, hallway, and auditorium cleanliness using various sanitation practices.
• Worked with other staff members for smooth theater operations.
• Welcomed guests to theater with friendly demeanor and smile and directed to screening rooms.
• Checked IDs for age-restricted shows in compliance with regulations.
• Enforced theater policies to maintain enjoyable viewing experience for all customers.
• Provided assistance to guests with special needs and helped with seat accommodations.

For my freshmen year of college I decided to work on campus. This included working in the mail room, where I:

• Verified package information to check for accuracy and completeness.
• Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
• Greeted recipients, delivered packages, and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
• Oversaw team of [Number] agents focused on [Type] calls.

For my freshmen year of college I decided to work on campus. This included working at Schreiner outfitters where I:

• Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
• Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
• Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
• Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
• Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
• Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change.
• Managed cash register after end of shift to balance and record accurate transactions.

For my freshmen year of college I decided to work on campus. This included working with auxiliary services. For auxiliary services I was in charge of:

• Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.
• Setting up and taking down events. Sometimes this would include the use of golf carts or my personal vehicle to move heavy tables, chairs, curtains, etc.
• Welcomed guests to events, checked invitations, and oversaw proper seating.
• Helped organize and manage successful events.
• Oversaw event operations to keep running smoothly.

• Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
• Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
• Cared for children and completed associated tasks such as snack preparation and picking up toys.
• Communicated positively with children and guardians.
• Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
• Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
• Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.

• Explained product prices and packages as well as answered questions and addressed concerns of customers.
• Record inventory into the system.
• Developed extensive knowledge of products and services to better assist customers.
• Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
• Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.

• Coordinated soldier employment and training.
• Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
• I would dig holes using a shovel or a tractor if necessary as well as using a metal detector to locate the tanks.
• Loading and unloading hoses to and from the septic tank to the truck.
• Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
• Provided assistance to other staff members with cleaning of difficult areas.
• Performed regular maintenance and repairs on various cleaning tools and equipment.

During the summer, (June-August) I would work for Mr.Krauss by mending fences, mowing the property, feeding the livestock, castrating and administering medication to livestock ( cows, goats, & horses) amongst many other ranch life activities.

• Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
• Maintained condition of stock horses used to herd cattle.
• Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
• Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.

I worked as a hunting guide off and on during the different seasons. I would take hunters out to blinds and popular spots on Mr.Krauss's property. This would be an off an on job depending on the season, but I would work for Mr.Krauss for many years.

• Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
• Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.
• Inspected tour sites for potential hazards and arranged for repairs when needed.

I worked for Ms. Parker by helping her move, castrate, administer medication, check fences and eliminate pests (boars, bobcats, snakes). This was a short summertime job.

• Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
• Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
• Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
• Maintained ranch records and documentation.

• Advised students on standard riding gear, proper use and basic care and maintenance.
• Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
• Monitored horses health and statuses before use.
• Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
• Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
• Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
• Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
• Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge and skills of more advanced riders.
• Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form and skills.
• Fit gear for horses and specific riders.