Courtney Evans
St. Charles,USA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I am committed to finding employment that utilizes my experience in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to allow me room for growth in a specific field, while bettering my community and making it safer for everyone.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
DOG TRAINER- OBEDIENCE
Blue Falcon K9 LLC
02.2023 - Current
- Train canine companions' basic obedience skills.
- Train owners how to correct and hold dogs accountable for their obedience training.
- Created individualized training plans for each dog based on their needs and abilities.
- Developed strategies for teaching advanced obedience skills, including heeling off-leash, recall from a distance, and scent work.
EXPLOSIVE DETECTION K9 HANDLER
GSK9
Opelika, AL
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Train K9s to ensure detection success and the ability to call the alarm.
- Ability to complete all paperwork to meet TSA and company compliance.
- Exercise and work the dog outside of work to ensure the health and fitness of the K9.
- Maintained records of training sessions, certifications and medical visits for each K9 unit.
EXPLOSIVE DETECTION K9 HANDLER
CSK9 Alliance
Anniston, AL
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Train K9s to ensure detection success and the ability to call the alarm.
- Ability to complete all paperwork to meet TSA and company compliance.
- Exercise and work the dog outside of work to ensure the health and fitness of the K9.
- Maintained records of training sessions, certifications and medical visits for each K9 unit.
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Champaign County Sheriff's Office
Urbana, IL
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Safety and security of inmates and fellow officers.
- Book new intakes into the system.
- Provide essential care for inmates in a timely manner.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
BOOKKEEPER
Hobby Lobby
Champaign, IL
10.2016 - 02.2019
- Count the register bags down.
- Complete the monthly ledger and all month-end closing activities.
- Send accounts payable and tax-exempt accounts weekly.
- Customer service/inventory duties, including ordering more products for certain departments each week.
ASSOCIATE
Hobby Lobby
Forsyth, IL
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Provided customer service support for inquiries, complaints, and returns.
- Built relationships with customers by providing friendly customer service.
- Handled incoming calls from customers regarding orders or other inquiries.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured product displays were neat and orderly.
STAFF LEADER- ASSISTANT MANAGER
Strand 10 Cinemas
Decatur, IL
07.2014 - 10.2015
- Quality checking movies
- Concession/ Cashier duties
- Responsible for opening/closing Theater
- Responsible for other employees
Education
ASSOCIATES DEGREE -
Richland Community College
Decatur, IL01.2016
ASSOCIATES DEGREE -
Parkland Community College
Champaign, IL12.2014
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Heritage High School
Broadlands, IL05.2012
Skills
- Obedience training
- Behavior modification
- Training plan development
- Canine evaluation
- K9 handling
- Record keeping
Timeline
DOG TRAINER- OBEDIENCE
Blue Falcon K9 LLC
02.2023 - Current
EXPLOSIVE DETECTION K9 HANDLER
GSK9
04.2022 - 02.2023
EXPLOSIVE DETECTION K9 HANDLER
CSK9 Alliance
08.2021 - 04.2022
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Champaign County Sheriff's Office
01.2019 - 08.2021
BOOKKEEPER
Hobby Lobby
10.2016 - 02.2019
ASSOCIATE
Hobby Lobby
09.2015 - 09.2016
STAFF LEADER- ASSISTANT MANAGER
Strand 10 Cinemas
07.2014 - 10.2015
ASSOCIATES DEGREE -
Richland Community College
ASSOCIATES DEGREE -
Parkland Community College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Heritage High School
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