Elizabeth Bigelow
Keswick,VA
Summary
Dependable Volunteer Coordinator offering a solid background in volunteer coordination and program management. Offering excellent planning, problem solving and organizational abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Coordinator
Colby's Crew Rescue
06.2023 - Current
- Manage employees, volunteers, and horses in daily tasks and events
- Organize and coordinate personnel and equipment to maintain daily barn operations, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal use of resources
- Created volunteer program including managing volunteer calendar and verified coverage
- Developed volunteer policies and procedures
- Assist with donation activities and events
Barn Manager/Stablehand
Colby's Crew Rescue
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Scheduled veterinary appointments for vaccinations and other wellness needs to maintain equine wellbeing.
- Trained and supervised 5 barn workers in animal care procedures, maintenance duties and safety precautions.
- Coordinated scheduling for veterinary visits, farrier appointments, and other essential services to maintain equine health and wellbeing.
- Performed stable hand duties such as mucking stalls to maintain overall horse care and wellbeing.
Middle School Field Hockey Coach
Fredericksburg Academy
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided instruction and support for team members
- Ran practices and games
- Created a fun learning environment
- Maintained score board.
Athletic Director's Intern
Fredericksburg Academy
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted the Athletic Director with services such as organizing records, managing equipment, and coordinating events.
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assessed and processed returns to meet hourly quota
- Packaged returned items
- Matched items
- Maintained inventory.
Library Intern
Foxcroft School
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Performed library services such as shelving, checking out books and other materials, and cared for library materials
- Answered inquiries and maintained information kiosk and bulletin boards on campus.
- Created visually appealing displays showcasing featured books or highlighting specific genres/themes within the collection.
- Provided support during community programs, promoting the value of libraries to students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Major Creative Writing, Minor Digital Studies
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg05.2023
High School Diploma -
Foxcroft School
Middleburg, VA05.2019
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Department Management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Public service orientation
- Volunteer Screening
- Program Evaluation
- Technical Support
- Interpersonal engagement skills
Volunteer Experience
PAWS, Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Assisted in the adoption process of dogs and cats from local animal shelters. Walked dogs when necessary at events. Answered inquiries about the animals.
Hobbies and Interests
Colby’s Crew Rescue, Charlottesville, VA, 03/2021, 06/2021, Volunteered at 501C3 horse rescue as a stable hand; hung hay nets, walked horses, organized equipment and donation opportunities, and helped with donations.
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator
Colby's Crew Rescue
06.2023 - Current
Middle School Field Hockey Coach
Fredericksburg Academy
08.2021 - 10.2021
Barn Manager/Stablehand
Colby's Crew Rescue
06.2021 - 06.2023
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
06.2021 - 08.2021
Athletic Director's Intern
Fredericksburg Academy
03.2021 - 08.2021
Library Intern
Foxcroft School
06.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Major Creative Writing, Minor Digital Studies
University of Mary Washington
High School Diploma -
Foxcroft School
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