Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Accomplishments
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Stacy Walker

Greenbelt,MD

Summary

Compassionate animal welfare professional known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in safely handling and capturing animals, effectively communicating with the public about animal control issues, and maintaining detailed records. Expert problem-solver with strong empathy, organizational skills, and a team-oriented approach to ensure community safety and animal welfare.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Animal Control Officer

Humane Rescue Alliance
Washington, DC
10.2023 - Current
  • Responded to animal control related calls and complaints from the public.
  • Performed euthanasia when necessary according to established guidelines.
  • Issued citations for violations of municipal ordinances relating to animal control.
  • Educated pet owners on responsible pet ownership practices such as spay and neuter programs and proper vaccination protocols.
  • Documented all activities in computerized records management system.
  • Assisted in the capture of stray animals using humane trapping techniques.
  • Worked closely with local veterinarians to ensure proper care for impounded animals.
  • Participated in community outreach events focused on pet adoption, low-cost spaying and neutering services, rabies vaccination clinics .

GENERAL MANAGER

District Dogs
Washington, DC
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives
  • Achieved notable success by identifying key operational strategies that resulted in optimized workflows and reduced expenditures
  • Created policies, procedures and guidelines for staff members' daily operations
  • Assessed team member performance through formal reviews leading to promotions or terminations as necessary
  • Created unique strategies to optimize workflow efficiency, streamline procedures and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Controlled location budget and all inventory needs

STYLIST AND MANAGER

Le Bustiere Boutique
Washington, DC
04.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided extensive training to new team members regarding product knowledge, stylistic methods, and effective customer service approaches
  • Measured and selected appropriate undergarments to help women find their perfect fits, styles, and sizes during private appointments.
  • Effectively ran shop operations during owner's absence, including vendor coordination, document management, inventory tracking and prompt resolution of client concerns.

WARDROBE SUPERVISOR/COSTUME CONSULTANT

Synetic Theatre
Crystal City, VA
02.2019 - 11.2021
  • Oversaw the organization and maintenance of costumes across multiple shows, performing swift costume changes, resolving problems in real-time throughout performances, and documenting any relevant incidents
  • Ensured the upkeep and safety of all costume-related assets
  • Developed documents for dressing inventory, presentations and apparel verification.

PATENT CLERK

Sterne Kessler
Washington, DC, US
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managing and updating correspondence within client databases; assisting paralegals and attorneys on various tasks related to patent prosecution
  • Collaborated with fellow Patent Clerks to maintain a smooth operating system.

DOG WALKER/ CARETAKER

Happy Pet Loving Care
US, MD
02.2018 - 10.2019
  • Actively monitored the health of each animal walked, noting any changes that may require medical attention
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while interacting with clients, providing detailed updates on each walk.

Education

BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN THEATRE, COSTUME DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION -

Florida State University
FL, Dec 2017

ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE -

Indian River State College
FL, May 2015

Skills

  • Animal Handling
  • Emergency Management
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Strategic Organizational Change
  • Problem-Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Physically Fit

References

  • Chris Schindler, VP of field services for Humane Rescue Alliance, cschindler@humanerescuealliance.org
  • Marketing Manager And Corporate Leader, Coworker And Upper Management, Alexis@districtdogs.com
  • Stephanie Jacek, Le Bustiere Boutique, Owner And Operator, Le Bustiere Boutique, lebustiere@gmail.com

Certification

  • Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, 800 Certificates - FEMA's Emergency Management Institute.
  • Euthanasia certification
  • Chemical Capture certification
  • ASPCA certifications on a variety of topics concerning animal welfare

Accomplishments

  • Featured article and social media coverage on specialty rescue of an animal

Timeline

Animal Control Officer

Humane Rescue Alliance
10.2023 - Current

GENERAL MANAGER

District Dogs
05.2022 - 10.2023

STYLIST AND MANAGER

Le Bustiere Boutique
04.2021 - 05.2022

PATENT CLERK

Sterne Kessler
11.2019 - 01.2021

WARDROBE SUPERVISOR/COSTUME CONSULTANT

Synetic Theatre
02.2019 - 11.2021

DOG WALKER/ CARETAKER

Happy Pet Loving Care
02.2018 - 10.2019

BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN THEATRE, COSTUME DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION -

Florida State University

ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE -

Indian River State College

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