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Nicole Bates

Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Proven leader with extensive experience in shelter operations and customer service, notably at Stafford County Animal Shelter. Excelled in donor relations and adoption processes, enhancing team performance and animal welfare. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and compassionate communication, achieving significant improvements in shelter efficiency and community engagement.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Shelter Manaer

Stafford County Animal Shelter
08.2012 - 08.2023

Duties Summary
Stafford County, Virginia 22554
-Volunteer Coordinator
-Maintain the county website, Facebook, and Petfinder with current information
-Foster Program Coordinator
-Spay/Neuter Coordinator
-Writing and Implementing Protocols and SOP's
- Thoroughly cleaning animal kennels on a day to day basis
- Show animals to potential adopters who are interested
-Intaking strays and owner surrenders
- Distributing medication for the animals that require special care
- Euthanizing and assisting with euthanasia upon request
- Entering data and information into the computer system
- Dispatching calls and complaints to Animal Control Officers
- Editing the shelter's website and social media networks
-Bring new ideas and protocols that will help benefit the shelter and the public .
- Attending adoption events and transporting animals to the vet and/or other shelters
-Contacting and working with rescues on helping animals find placement
-Reporting monthly, bi-annual , yearly reports
-Works cooperatively with the VA Dept. of Agriculture on annual inspections

  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.

Bank Teller

SunTrust Bank
04.2010 - 08.2012
  • Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
  • Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive financial information.
  • - Responsible for separating, counting, and shipping large amounts of money at one time - Assisting Clients with their everyday banking needs such as deposits, check cashing, loans, etc. - Organizing meeting for the bank staff to review goals, missions, and changes to the company - Reviewing fraud, disputes, and general concerns clients may have about their accounts. Ensuring excellent customer service - Opening new accounts, loans, and money markets for clients interested in banking with SunTrust. - Managing and leading bank tellers to success

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
06.2026

High School Diploma -

Chancellor High School
Fredericksburg, VA
05.2010

Skills

  • Shelter Operations
  • Compassionate communication
  • Animal Behavior Assessment
  • Donor Relations
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Adoption Processes
  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Computer Skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Shelter Manaer

Stafford County Animal Shelter
08.2012 - 08.2023

Bank Teller

SunTrust Bank
04.2010 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Capella University

High School Diploma -

Chancellor High School
Nicole Bates