KATIE COSTNER
Laramie,WY
Summary
To apply the knowledge and skills I have received through my education and experience that I may pursue my passions, and continue my growth of knowledge and impact in the agricultural field. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Dog Trainer
PetSmart Charities
Castle Rock, CO
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and answered any questions they had about products or services.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Kept track of sales figures, analyzed trends, and reported results to management team.
- Created individualized training plans for each dog based on their needs and abilities.
- Assisted owners in addressing problem behaviors such as barking, chewing, digging, jumping, and aggression.
Shift Key Holder
Dollar General
Laramie, WY
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Ensured daily store operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and secure environment for staff and customers.
- Assigned tasks and monitored employee performance to ensure work was completed accurately and on time.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and answered any questions they had about products or services.
Wild Horse and Burro Trainer and Handler
Burro Basecamp
Castle Rock
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Feeding and Maintenance Care, Starting and Leading Training, Trailering Assistance
Cashier and Shift Lead
Spring Creek Tree Farm
Magnolia
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed all Sales, Balanced Registers, Tree Transportation
Director of Student Involvement
Pinebrook Farms
Magnolia
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Lead Horsemanship clinics and activities, Promoted Archery Safety and competition, Instructed Beginner to Intermediate Horse Lessons
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Agricultural Business
University of Wyoming
Skills
- Used Silver One POS, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Suite
- WPM: 84
- Manage Livestock, Healthcare of Livestock management
- Leadership Abilities
- Colloquial Fluency in German
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Client Relationship Building
- Operated Heavy Equipment
Accomplishments
- Washington DC National FFA Leadership Conference
- Vice President of Collegiate Speech
- Collegiate Wool Judging Top 10 Overall Nationals, Top 4 Reasons
- Reserve Champion Texas State Horse Judging
- Honors College Inductee
Languages
German
Limited
Affiliations
- Competitive Speech (Persuasive Speaking, POI)
- WYO Gold Student Leadership
- Wool Judging
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Dog Trainer
PetSmart Charities
03.2021 - 09.2022
Shift Key Holder
Dollar General
10.2019 - 04.2020
Wild Horse and Burro Trainer and Handler
Burro Basecamp
06.2019 - 08.2019
Cashier and Shift Lead
Spring Creek Tree Farm
10.2018 - 02.2019
Director of Student Involvement
Pinebrook Farms
10.2015 - 08.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Agricultural Business
University of Wyoming
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