Dynamic volunteer with a proven track record with the Oregon Master Food Preserver Program, excelling in relationship building and project planning. Demonstrated leadership as a Farm Manager, optimizing operational profits and enhancing team performance. Skilled in web design and digital media, with a strong focus on effective communication and active listening.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Manager
VanaTee Farm LLC
06.1996 - Current
Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
Led team of five skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
Developed operational budget and monitored farm expenses to enforce and achieve budget adherence.
Fed and watered over 30 animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
Volunteer Oregon Master Food Preserver
Oregon State University Extension Office
03.2024 - Current
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Coordinated with approximately 30 other volunteers to hold classes and teach classes of approximately 40 students at a time.
Web Design Intern
Witz End Web Design
08.2012 - 10.2018
Developed testing code for web-based applications.
Attended development programs to gain competencies and boost skills set.
Used content creation tools and digital media to design web sites.
Shadowed developers to learn key details about job duties and tasks.
Worked on approximately 60 different web designs and social media campaigns using both FaceBook and Instagram social media platforms.
Sales Associate
Oregon Feed and Irrigation
06.2014 - 09.2016
Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Helped develop and maintain social media presence, increasing sales.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redmond High School
Redmond, OR
06.2000
Some College (No Degree) - Livestock Production
Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, OR
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR
Skills
Relationship building
Active listening
Project planning
Social perceptiveness
Oregon State Food Handlers Card
Well versed in keeping a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen and work station
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