Paige Houghton
Scotts Valley,CA
Summary
Dedicated work ethic, known for pursuing opportunities where making an actual change in the world with a positive attitude will make a difference. Firefighter offering emergency response, safety, and outstanding communication with multitasking abilities. Compassionate Animal Shelter Volunteer committed to keeping a clear head in an emotionally demanding position. Passionate about animal health and wellness. Devoted with a deep love of animals and readiness to take on any assignment. Comfortable working under stressful conditions. Administrative assistant with proven organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities. Skillfully manages records and supplies. Polite and attentive offering excellent customer service, organization, and time management skills. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to the common good.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Red Hook Fire Company
Red Hook , NY
2023.10 - Current
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Volunteer at Animal Shelter
Santa Cruz Animal Shelter
Santa Cruz , CA
2021.08 - Current
- Played with dogs to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Participated in adoption events by helping potential adopters select an animal and answering questions about pet care.
- Screened individuals interested in adopting pets.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for transporting animals between shelters or rescue groups when necessary.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Office Assistant
One Point Six
Santa Cruz , CA
2023.06 - 2024.08
- Delivered messages and ran errands.
- Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.
- Communicated with customers, employees, and vendors to answer questions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bard College
Hudson, NY2026-05
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Dependable and Responsible
- Honest and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Community Education
- Public Assistance and Support
- Emergency Response
- First Response Services
- Animal Fostering
Certification
- BLS provider and CPR-certified
Affiliations
- Team Captain on the women's tennis team at Bard College
- Ballet dancer for 13 years
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Red Hook Fire Company
2023.10 - Current
Office Assistant
One Point Six
2023.06 - 2024.08
Volunteer at Animal Shelter
Santa Cruz Animal Shelter
2021.08 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bard College
- BLS provider and CPR-certified
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