Lindsey Smitchger
Dupont,WA
Summary
Personable and adaptable, bringing a strong sense of responsibility and outstanding interpersonal skills. Recognizes the importance of customer service and operational efficiency, with solid abilities in problem-solving and multitasking. Ready to learn and contribute to positive customer experience and help strengthen community ties.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Coordinator
City of Dupont Parks and Recreation
Dupont, WA
03.2024 - Current
- Founded and facilitate two free teen social groups at the community center focused on peer connection.
- Cultivate a welcoming, inclusive environment for over 30 local teens and families while promoting creativity and strengthening youth interest in fantasy storytelling.
- Promote programs through community outreach and word-of-mouth engagement.
- Manage scheduling, materials, and participant communication.
Plant Sale Committee Member and Volunteer
Dupont Community Garden
DuPont, WA
02.2024 - Current
- Serve on the Plant Sale Committee organizing annual fundraising events that support the garden's nonprofit operations and produce distribution to local food banks.
- Assist with sourcing, purchasing, transporting, categorizing, labeling, and caring for hundreds of plants prior to sale.
- Provide customer service during sale events, including cashiering and assisting patrons with plant selection and gardening questions.
- Collaborate with other volunteers to coordinate event logistics and ensure a welcoming, community-centered environment.
Center Associate
Spare Parts Center for Creative ReUse
San Antonio, TX
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Greeted, assisted and directed incoming customers.
- Registered patrons for membership and delivered comprehensive and timely responses to customer inquiries.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently using cash registers and point-of-sale systems.
- Organized promotional displays to maximize visibility of featured items.
- Shelved and restocked inventory.
- Provided training sessions for new team members on policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development and Family Studies
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NVSkills
- Exceptional customer engagement
- Accurate inventory oversight
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven time management
- Creative problem solving
- Collaborative team player
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator
City of Dupont Parks and Recreation
03.2024 - Current
Plant Sale Committee Member and Volunteer
Dupont Community Garden
02.2024 - Current
Center Associate
Spare Parts Center for Creative ReUse
04.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development and Family Studies
University of Nevada-Reno