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Kaitlyn Hill

Battle Ground,WA

Summary

Experienced in customer service, conflict resolution, and relationship-building. Empathetic and friendly professional with expertise in effective communication, problem-solving, and ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Known for creating a calm environment, attention to detail, and active collaboration with team. Seeking to apply valuable skills in a new field while upholding highest standards of service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Groomer in Training & Retail Reception

The Civilized Wolf
07.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust in the quality and consistency of grooming services provided.
  • Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.
  • Handled up to 80 phone calls daily as receptionist and booked balanced, manageable days for groomers.
  • Led customer management of over 600 grooming clients and greeted retail customers by name even a year after their last visit.

Print and Marketing Supervisor

Staples
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • Leveraged knowledge of products and passionate attitude to drive loyalty, gained 60 new repeat clients in 8 months.
  • Initiated department utilization of external agencies, increased production capacity and profit by 25%.
  • Collaborated with clients from initial concept to final product, helped 9 new small businesses design brand identity.

Invasive Species Technician Team Lead, Seasonal

Clark Public Utilities
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Trained and coordinated team of 8 Americorps in office and field.
  • Monitored progress towards grant metrics by synthesizing data in arcGIS and helping supervisor write quarterly reports.
  • Designed and won grant funding for a new landscape restoration approach.

Aerial Ropes Instructor

HighTrek Adventures
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Instructed and supervised groups of up to 24 children and ensured constant customer safety and comfort.
  • Led team building exercises for groups of up to 200 from companies including Microsoft and Amazon.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Earth Space Sciences, Environmental Focus

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
08-2020

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Leadership & Teamwork
  • Problem Solving
  • Detail Oriented

Timeline

Dog Groomer in Training & Retail Reception

The Civilized Wolf
07.2022 - Current

Print and Marketing Supervisor

Staples
11.2020 - 07.2021

Invasive Species Technician Team Lead, Seasonal

Clark Public Utilities
06.2020 - 11.2020

Aerial Ropes Instructor

HighTrek Adventures
03.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Earth Space Sciences, Environmental Focus

University of Washington
Kaitlyn Hill