Selwyn Gonzalez
Pennington
Summary
To attain a position with a company that promotes training, education and growth within.
Seasoned Head Groom Manager with background in overseeing all aspects of horse care and stable management. Knowledgeable in equine health, diet, grooming procedures, and training methods. Skilled in leading teams efficiently while demonstrating strong organizational skills and commitment to animal welfare. Impactful contributions made in previous role by implementing improved training techniques and enhancing overall stable operations.
Detailed Client Service Associate known for having great organizational skills. Gifted at working with all types of customers. Looking for a new role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Resourceful Head Groom Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in stable management, equine care protocols, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring smooth operation of equestrian facilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Operations
Caribbean Groom’s llc
Pennington
07.2022 - Current
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Coordinated training sessions for new employees regarding company policies, procedures as well as job roles, responsibilities associated with their positions.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
Free Lance Head Groom
A&W stables, Golden Monarch, peacock & raven ridge
Wellington
10.2016 - 04.2022
- Facilitated the sale and transport of livestock to markets or other farms.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Created systems for tracking horse movements between stables and fields.
- Monitored water sources to ensure clean and constant availability for livestock.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Coordinated with veterinarians for emergency and routine care of animals.
- Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
- Managed and maintained fencing and barn structures for safety and security.
- Provided tours and educational talks for visitors about ranch operations and livestock care.
- Lead the team of grooms in the daily care and management of horses, ensuring that all tasks are completed to a high standard.
- Organized and cleaned barns, stables, and other farm structures regularly.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Barn Manager
Island Network Tours
St. Croix
02.2010 - 11.2012
- In charge of barn while providing tours to customers and tourists
- Adhered to proper care of horses as put forth by Department of Agriculture
- Responsible for money management and advertising of company
- Trail riders instructor
Horse Trainer/exercise Jockey
Self Employed
St. Croix
05.1994 - 08.2010
- Trained and worked with young horses on several different barns throughout St
- Croix
- Responsible for managing barn and exercising horse and schooling
- Always brought great ideas and knowledge to expanding a barn
- Assured horses health and care by always recognizing any form of medical issues and treating any injury
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Central High School
U.S. Virgin Island01.1996
Skills
- Teamwork
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Following Instructions
- Communication Skills
- Organization
- Self-motivation
- Respectfulness
- Attention to Detail
- Politeness
- Listening Skills
- Problem Solving
- Outgoing Personality Head Groom
- Barn Management Solo charge
- Basic Computer Skills
- Clipping Equine therapies
- Lunging
Timeline
Manager of Operations
Caribbean Groom’s llc
07.2022 - Current
Free Lance Head Groom
A&W stables, Golden Monarch, peacock & raven ridge
10.2016 - 04.2022
Barn Manager
Island Network Tours
02.2010 - 11.2012
Horse Trainer/exercise Jockey
Self Employed
05.1994 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Central High School