Kate Rousey
Stanford,KY
Summary
Hardworking and motivated college student with an interest in horsemanship and farm and ranch management. Originally from Jackson, Wyoming, and now based in Central Kentucky, currently pursuing an Associate in Arts degree at BCTC with plans to transfer to Eastern Kentucky University to study Livestock Management and Agribusiness. As mother, I have developed time-management, responsibility, and problem-solving skills while balancing family, education and goals. I am eager to gain hands-on experience and build a career in the livestock, equine and agricultural industries.
Overview
1
1
Language
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nightwatch/Daycrew Employee
Starwood Farm
Versailles, Kentucky
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Completed 1-3 hourly rounds per shift to monitor horses for signs of illness or injury.
- Fed and watered horses housed overnight, maintaining consistent nightly care routines.
- Monitored mares in the foaling barn for labor signs and supported the foaling process as needed.
- Kept barn areas clean by emptying trash and transporting waste to the farm dumpster.
- Worked across night watch and day crew duties with steady communication, adaptability, and time management.
- Supported daily farm maintenance tasks while coordinating smoothly with the team during routine operations.
Sales Associate
Boot Barn
Jackson, Wyoming
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Handle up to 20 customer interactions per day while delivering friendly store support.
- Maintained merchandising standards and updated displays to keep the sales floor organized and appealing.
- Shaped and steamed cowboy hats to match customer requests and provide accurate product adjustments.
- Built customer relationships by communicating clearly, collaborating with store leadership, and adapting to new skills.
Americorps Team Member
Americorps NCCC Traditional Corp
Sacramento, California
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Served as team Health and Wellness Coordinator, organizing physical training for 8 people three days a week.
- Supported project work across the Pacific Region with a team of 8 people on varied assignments.
- Coordinated daily team communication to keep activities aligned and workloads moving smoothly.
- Adapted quickly to changing project sites and priorities while maintaining reliable participation.
- Managed time effectively across training preparation, team coordination, and field project demands.
Americorps Member
Camp Mendocino, Fort Bragg CA (Boys & Girls Club of San Francisco), Trefoil Ranch and Camp Cloud-Rim, Provo & Park City UT (Girl Scouts of Utah)
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Completed 3 maintenance tasks per shift to keep camp facilities ready for summer operations.
- Prepared camp facilities for summer by cleaning spaces, stocking supplies, and completing general upkeep.
- Performed trail maintenance and fire mitigation to keep grounds accessible and support safer camp operations.
- Supported horse health monitoring, medication administration, foaling support, and stable cleaning across ranch activities.
Americorps Member
United Way of King County, Seattle WA
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Completed tax returns for low-income King County residents at 3 tax sites across King County.
- Helped residents access financially stabilizing tax credits through clear, supportive client guidance.
- Adapted to three tax-site workflows while maintaining accurate, timely service for each community location.
Americorps Crew Member
Fort Holloman, Alamogordo NM (Air Force Base)
12.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted with a few support cases per shift in the Men's and Women's tents while coordinating needs across teams.
- Supported 40 refugee interactions per day at the tents by answering questions and directing families to resources.
- Provided in-person assistance to Afghan refugees at Fort Holloman with steady communication and respectful, welcoming service.
- Supported the Men’s and Women's tents for Morale, Welfare and Recreation by responding to visitor needs and keeping service flow organized.
- Assisted in the education center by teaching children and adults basic English and foundational knowledge in a patient setting.
Americorps Crew Member
San Rafael Fire Department Vegetation Management (San Rafael, CA)
11.2021 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with the Vegetation Management Team to clear growth and keep neighborhoods safer.
- Supported city efforts to create defensible open spaces for low-income families in San Rafael.
- Contributed to vegetation management work across the city through reliable, hands-on field support.
Sales Associate
Lee's Tees
Jackson, Wyoming
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Support 20 merchandise requests per day by guiding shoppers to the right products and sizes.
- Greet customers warmly, ask open-ended questions, and identify needs to guide product recommendations.
- Assist customers throughout the buying process, confirming prices and helping locate desired items and sizes.
- Maintain a clean, organized sales floor through recovery and steady stock replenishment during shifts.
- Recommend products that fit customer budgets and preferences while supporting periodic sales goals.
- Collaborate with store team members to balance tasks, maintain pace, and deliver reliable service with communication, adaptability, and time management.
Trail Crew Member
Grand Teton Youth Conservation Program, JACKSON Wyoming
Wyoming
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintained 5-10 trail sections weekly across Grand Teton National Park while supporting safe public access.
- Performed routine trail maintenance to keep work areas clear, stable, and accessible for visitors.
- Assisted with emergency management tasks by following safety protocols and responding quickly to changing field conditions.
- Preserved historic features by completing careful upkeep work and handling materials with attention to detail.
Education
Associate in Arts
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Danville, KY05-2028
High School Diploma - undefined
Jackson Hole High School
Jackson, Wyoming06-2021
Skills
- Horse health monitoring
- Medication administration
- Foaling support
- Stable cleaning
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Farm maintenance
- Inventory management
- Order fulfillment
- Point-of-scale systems
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Relationship building
- Empathy
Languages
English, Fluent
Interests
- Cooking
- Baking
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Outdoor Recreation
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Camping
- Photography
Timeline
Nightwatch/Daycrew Employee
Starwood Farm
09.2022 - 07.2023
Sales Associate
Boot Barn
06.2022 - 08.2022
Americorps Member
Camp Mendocino, Fort Bragg CA (Boys & Girls Club of San Francisco), Trefoil Ranch and Camp Cloud-Rim, Provo & Park City UT (Girl Scouts of Utah)
04.2022 - 05.2022
Americorps Member
United Way of King County, Seattle WA
01.2022 - 04.2022
Americorps Crew Member
Fort Holloman, Alamogordo NM (Air Force Base)
12.2021 - 12.2021
Americorps Crew Member
San Rafael Fire Department Vegetation Management (San Rafael, CA)
11.2021 - 11.2021
Americorps Team Member
Americorps NCCC Traditional Corp
10.2021 - 06.2022
Trail Crew Member
Grand Teton Youth Conservation Program, JACKSON Wyoming
06.2019 - 08.2019
Sales Associate
Lee's Tees
11.2018 - 12.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Jackson Hole High School
Associate in Arts
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Additional Information
- AP Government & Politics - We the People Club (High School)
- Honor Roll for all 4 years (High School)