Gabrielle Van Etten
Michigan City,IN
Summary
Experienced Assistant Director with a strong track record in management and team leadership. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Lake County Sheriff Animal Control
Crown Point, Indiana
04.2025 - Current
- Managed team schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient operations.
- Coordinated training sessions to enhance staff skills and knowledge.
- Implemented operational procedures to maintain workplace safety standards.
- Organized team meetings to discuss goals, updates, and challenges.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
Lead Officer
Michigan City Animal Control
Michigan City, Indiana
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Reviewed incident reports from junior officers and took necessary corrective actions.
- Provided guidance and training to staff on standard operating procedures.
- Coordinated rescue and sheltering efforts for stray and injured animals.
- Managed documentation for animal intake, adoption, and licensing processes.
Lead Officer
Nashville Animal Care and Control
Nashville, Indiana
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Led community outreach programs to promote responsible pet ownership.
- Enforced local ordinances related to animal welfare and control measures.
- Collaborated with local veterinarians for medical care of sheltered animals.
- Developed strategies to improve public awareness about animal safety issues.
- Investigated incidents, wrote reports, and provided recommendations for corrective action.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses or suspects during investigations into criminal activities.
Education
Chesterton High School
Chesterton, INSkills
- Team management
- Staff training
- Performance monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking capacity
- Customer service
Certification
- NACA 1
- NACA 2
Timeline
Assistant Director
Lake County Sheriff Animal Control
04.2025 - Current
Lead Officer
Michigan City Animal Control
03.2023 - 07.2024
Lead Officer
Nashville Animal Care and Control
11.2018 - 10.2022
Chesterton High School