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Elizabeth A. Adkisson

Ashland

Summary

Passionate Event Coordinator, Writer, Field Researcher, Project Manager and Sustainability student at Southern Oregon University. Hardworking employee known for remaining composed and confident in crisis situations. Exploring career options in the fields of ecological conservation, animal care, social justice, community resiliency, and holistic healing. I am currently looking for a part time position in customer service, permaculture design, and veterinary assistance. I am highly skilled in public outreach and communications and would like to learn more about administrative support, communications, and animal care. I offer exemplary telephone and customer service skills and trained in Microsoft Office, Google Platforms use with knowledge of data entry, scheduling, and office administration.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Animal Care Technician

Tabuk Paws
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures
  • Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
  • Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.

Sustainability Coordinator

Southern Oregon University
09.2022 - 09.2024

• Collected and organized data for campus certifications such as “Tree Campus USA”, “Bee Campus USA” and the Sustainability Tracking Assessment & Rating System (STARS) report
• Organized the annual “Arbor Day of Service” volunteer event.

  • Developed sustainability project goals, objectives or strategies in collaboration with other professionals.
  • Taught employees, customers and members of public foundational principles and practices of campus environmental programs to enhance engagement and program success.

Cashier

Whole Food
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

Intern

Oregon Climate Action Hub
01.2023 - 11.2023


  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sustainability

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR
06.2024

High School Diploma -

Klamath Union High School
Klamath Falls, OR
01.2017 - 05.2018

Skills

  • Technology: Word, Excel, Office, Complex Internet Research, Email
  • Languages: Native English, Fluent Thai, Basic German, Basic Spanish
  • Certifications: American Red Cross Babysitter Training, Rotary International Ambassador
  • Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, Decision making,Problem Solving, Fast-learner

Certification

  • Klamath Falls Animal Shelter-Volunteer (2010-2014)
  • Child Help Foundation (Thailand)- English Teacher and Child Caretaker at Orphanage(2017-2018)
  • Lebach Refugee Camp (Germany)- English Teacher and Child Caretaker (2016)
  • U.S Fish and Wildlife (KLAMATH FALLS,2018) Monarch Butterfly Restoration and Community Organizing
  • Jackson County Fuel Committee (Ashland,2021)-Newsletter Writing, Phone Banking, Canvassing

Languages

German
Professional Working
Thai
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Intern

Oregon Climate Action Hub
01.2023 - 11.2023

Sustainability Coordinator

Southern Oregon University
09.2022 - 09.2024

Cashier

Whole Food
05.2019 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Klamath Union High School
01.2017 - 05.2018

Animal Care Technician

Tabuk Paws
01.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Sustainability

Southern Oregon University
  • Klamath Falls Animal Shelter-Volunteer (2010-2014)
  • Child Help Foundation (Thailand)- English Teacher and Child Caretaker at Orphanage(2017-2018)
  • Lebach Refugee Camp (Germany)- English Teacher and Child Caretaker (2016)
  • U.S Fish and Wildlife (KLAMATH FALLS,2018) Monarch Butterfly Restoration and Community Organizing
  • Jackson County Fuel Committee (Ashland,2021)-Newsletter Writing, Phone Banking, Canvassing
Elizabeth A. Adkisson