Emma Grace Buffaloe
283 Beaverdam Road, Asheville,NC
Summary
Outdoor professional with a background in land stewardship. Adept at providing engaging educational experiences, valued as a collaborative and receptive coworker, and known for a kind, fun, and adaptable spirit.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Manager
Asheville Community Theater
04.2025 - Current
- Supervising a team of employees and volunteers through daily operations to ensure quality service.
- Assisted in training recently hired employees on daily operations and procedures.
- Collaborated with theater team to ensure smooth transitions on performance dates and coordination of events.
- First point of contact for questions, comments and concerns; maintained a professional attitude in stressful situations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring positive experiences and returning patrons.
- Managed concessions and box office inventory.
- Money handling and receipting; ensured money was properly balanced on the books.
Grounds Worker
UNC Asheville
09.2022 - Current
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and enhance aesthetics.
- Collaborated with team to implement seasonal planting and landscaping projects.
- Monitored health of plants and trees, ensuring proper care and maintenance.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment usage procedures.
- Inspected grounds regularly for hazards, reporting issues to management promptly.
- Led workshops on outdoor skills, fostering student engagment and promoting lifelong learning in nature-based activities.
- Collaborated with the university to align outdoor programming with academic standards and goals.
Groundskeeper II
North Carolina Zoo and Botanical Gardens
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated landscape maintenance equipment to ensure clean and beautified grounds across zoo and botanical garden areas.
- Implemented effective land management strategies to address plant health concerns and enhance vitality.
- Collaborated with horticulturists to develop sustainable landscaping plans that support local wildlife habitats.
- Coordinated seasonal planting initiatives to maintain diverse flora and promote environmental education programs.
Caregiver
Private Home
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted client with daily living activities such as hygiene, meal preparation, and medication dispersal.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of environment.
- Provided safe mobility assistance to help client move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering a positive relationship with the client.
- Maintained a positive relationship with the client's family, allowing for easy collaboration in addressing individual needs.
Environmental Education Intern, Lifeguard
Rockfish Camp and Retreat Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed engaging educational materials to promote environmental awareness and the camp wide mission among diverse audiences.
- Facilitated activities such as interpretive hikes, fishing, primitive skills workshops, and aquatic ecology lessons.
- Coordinated logistics, ensuring clean execution of camp and retreat schedules.
- Listened to attendee feedback to improve programming and educating strategies.
- Facilitated water activities in pool, river, and pond settings.
- Monitored pool activities to ensure guest safety and adherence to facility rules.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, administering first aid and rescue techniques as required.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of equipment and pool areas to maintain compliance with health regulations.
Education
Associate of Science -
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies, Ecological Forestry
Warren Wilson College
Swannanoa, NC05-2022
Master of Science - Experiential And Outdoor Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2028
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Customer service focus
- Quality assurance
- Training and mentoring
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
Accomplishments
Workshop Host, Cullowhee Native Plant Conference 2025
Certification
CPR and First Aid January 25, 2024 | Valid until January 2026.
Timeline
Shift Manager
Asheville Community Theater
04.2025 - Current
Grounds Worker
UNC Asheville
09.2022 - Current
Groundskeeper II
North Carolina Zoo and Botanical Gardens
05.2022 - 08.2022
Environmental Education Intern, Lifeguard
Rockfish Camp and Retreat Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Caregiver
Private Home
02.2020 - 08.2022
Associate of Science -
Richmond Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies, Ecological Forestry
Warren Wilson College
Master of Science - Experiential And Outdoor Education
Western Carolina University
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