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Samantha Shipp

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Enforcement Officer

City Of Houston
01.2023 - Current
  • Worked closely with public and remained courteous and calm while defusing tense situations.
  • Investigated and gathered information regarding animal-related complaints.
  • Responded to a minimum 15 daily calls to enforce animal control regulations.
  • Captured domestic and wild animals.
  • Wrote reports of activities and maintained files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.
  • Prepared for prosecutions related to animal treatment and gave evidence in court.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Veterinary Technician

Prida Animal Nation
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
  • Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.

Property Manager

Public Storage
11.2019 - 09.2020
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
  • Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
  • Maintained sufficient number of units market-ready for lease.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase occupancy rates.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.

Lead Activity Coordinator

Meadowlake Pet Resort
02.2019 - 09.2019
  • Delivered excellent customer service to support company reputation and patron satisfaction.
  • Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organized work environment.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Interpreted body language to keep dogs engaged in fun activities and de-escalated potential cases of aggression.
  • Administered prescribed medications to animals based on individual needs.
  • Kept animals stimulated with variety of enrichment activities.

Client Service Coordinator

Country Place Senior Living
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Managed receptionist area by greeting visitors, responding to telephone, and email inquiries and providing information for in-person requests.
  • Coordinated with operations staff to resolve service problems and boost client satisfaction.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.

Event Coordinator

NO FEAR SPORTS
05.2015 - 09.2017
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
  • Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
  • Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
  • Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.

Education

No Degree - Animal Health And Behavior

Unity College
Unity, ME

High School Diploma -

Excel High School
Plymouth, MN
12.2019

Skills

  • Product Management and Pricing
  • Expense Reporting
  • Time Management
  • Product and Service Sales
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Account Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Business Growth
  • Cost Estimating
  • Schedule Management

Timeline

Animal Enforcement Officer

City Of Houston
01.2023 - Current

Veterinary Technician

Prida Animal Nation
09.2020 - 01.2023

Property Manager

Public Storage
11.2019 - 09.2020

Lead Activity Coordinator

Meadowlake Pet Resort
02.2019 - 09.2019

Client Service Coordinator

Country Place Senior Living
01.2018 - 01.2019

Event Coordinator

NO FEAR SPORTS
05.2015 - 09.2017

No Degree - Animal Health And Behavior

Unity College

High School Diploma -

Excel High School
Samantha Shipp