Cassandra Ketterer

• Demonstrated strong understanding of dog behavior through daily interactions with over 200 dogs, many requiring special care.
• Provide basic training, exercise, and mental stimulation for the dogs.
• Facilitated introductions between potential adopters and dogs, contributing to successful placements in loving homes.
• Ability to maintain patience and composure in high stress/overwhelming environment.
• Train new employees and dictate work flow to accomplish daily goals.
• Worked efficiently to complete tasks within tight deadlines. and thoroughly to ensure clean living spaces for all.

• Planted perennials in formal gardens and parks across Waukesha, enhancing aesthetic appeal.
• Watered, mulched, and weeded parks throughout the county to promote healthy plant growth and upkeep.
• Maintained playgrounds to ensure safety and accessibility for community use.
• Collected and disposed of litter and debris from city streets to maintain a clean environment.

• Brewed high-quality espresso shots in fast-paced coffee shop.
• Created positive atmosphere for customers to enhance their experience.
• Preparing pastries, sandwiches, and various food items.
• Ensuring clean environment and fast service.

• 500+ nautical miles navigating and driving a 145ft navy vessel
• Patrol for illegal fishing in marine parks with rangers
• Crane Operator to deploy assets such as the RIB, Zodiac, and barge
• Navigator/Driver of Zodiac and RIB
• Anchor controls for deployment/retrieval
• Project manager for state room & ship renovations
• Execution of ship improvements with power tool experience
• Coordinated initial engagement activities for new volunteers to integrate them into the team
• Provided hospitality services to guests while maintaining cleanliness and organization of the ship
• Conservation organization operating in Costa Rica, Mexico, Ecuador, and Panama

• Prepared a multitude of hot and cold drinks.
• Ability to multitask with quick service.
• Effectively communicate and take orders via drive through.
• Provide clean environment.

• Zen dog walking believes in catering to each unique individual dog's needs.
• For highly active breeds, running around and playing fetch for an hour could alleviate any extra energy that could potentially turn into frustration or boredom resulting in unwanted behaviors.
• Overnight critter/house care when needed.

As an Americorps program, WCC provides hands on experience working in teams with supervisors and scientists on ecological restoration projects focusing on restoring riparian habitat for endangered salmon by planting native plant species and removing invasive plant species along streams and rivers throughout King County.