Emma Stafford
Petaluma
Summary
Experienced with managing administrative tasks and supporting project initiatives. Utilizes strong organizational and multitasking skills to ensure smooth operations. Knowledge of effective communication and collaboration within team settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Employee
Chico State University Farm Dairy Unit
08.2024 - Current
- Management team member
- Trained on heavy equipment
- Feed milk cows and dairy calves, maintain animal welfare, care for pasture irrigation/management, and milk cows
- Work 20 hour a week
- Operated and maintained dairy equipment to ensure optimal production quality.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
- Trained new employees on operational protocols and equipment usage.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely replenishment of supplies.
- Built positive relationships with both faculty and peers, contributing to an inclusive campus culture.
Assistant/Family Nanny
Deer Valley Daughters
Petaluma, CA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for children in care.
- Developed and implemented educational activities that promoted social and cognitive development.
- Coordinated meal planning and preparation, adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Managed tasks with Deer Valley Daughters company including meat deliveries, organizing boxes, and labeling products.
Office Clerk
Jensens Ornamental Inc.
Napa, CA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Processed customer orders and maintained accurate records in inventory management system.
- Assisted in organizing office supplies and ensured efficient stock levels for daily operations.
- Coordinated scheduling of deliveries, optimizing logistics for timely shipments to clients.
- Implemented filing system improvements, enhancing retrieval speed and document organization.
ANSC 199
Chico State University Farm Dairy Unit
Chico, CA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Receiving three units for the work experience
- Executed shift responsibilities effectively, alternating between morning and night schedules two days each week.
- Executed daily feeding routines to ensure optimal growth and health of dairy calves.
- Managed daily milking operations to ensure optimal milk production.
- Performed cleaning and sanitization of feeders and milk bottles to maintain health and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented training protocols to enhance bobcat management skills.
Employee
Beretta Dairy
Sebastopol, CA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Feed dairy calves and dairy heifers
- Administer medicine to dairy cattle, while being observed and instructed
- Monitored animal health to ensure optimal well-being and care standards.
- Facilitated movement of cattle from field to milk barn to ensure efficient milking operations.
- Executed sanitization and cleaning of milk bottles to ensure calf health and hygiene.
Office Clerk
Barlas Feeds
Petaluma, CA
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Streamlined invoicing processes, contributing to improved financial accuracy.
- Oversaw operations of Facebook and Instagram accounts to engage target audience effectively.
- Managed incoming phone calls and addressed inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Organized and filed documents to ensure efficient retrieval and management.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout office environment.
- Processed customer payments and maintained cash register accuracy during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Petaluma High School
Petaluma, CA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science - Food Production
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05-2027
Skills
- Great communicator
- Schedule management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- North Bay Dairy Women
- Dairy Science & Industry Club
- Vice President (2025-2026)
- Co-Fundraising Chair (2024-2025)
- Western Organic Dairy Producers Alliance (WODPA) Conference (2024 & 2025)
- Alpha Gamma Delta (2024-2025) - Director of Membership
- 2023-2024 District 2 Dairy Princess
- Future Farmers of America
- Showed dairy cattle and market lambs at local and state fairs
- Petaluma FFA President (2022-2023)
- Petaluma FFA Vice President (2021-2022)
- Petaluma FFA Treasurer (2020-2021)
- FFA Dairy Judging Team (2019-2023)
- Sonoma Section President (2021-2022)
- North Coast Region Sonoma Section Vice President (2021-2022)
- North Coast Region Secretary (2022-2023)
- Sonoma County 4-H Camp
- Staffer positions: Director (2023), Dean (2022), Assistant Tribe Leader (2019)
- Two Rock 4-H
- Exhibited dairy cattle, market hogs, and market lambs at the Sonoma Marin and Sonoma County Fairs
- Served at the Two Rock Fire Department Pancake Breakfast yearly
- Attended monthly meetings at Two Rock Elementary School
- Redwood Empire Holstein Association
- Member of Dairy Bowl Team (2016-2019)
- Member of the Junior Officer team for five years
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant/Family Nanny
Deer Valley Daughters
05.2025 - 08.2025
Office Clerk
Jensens Ornamental Inc.
05.2025 - 08.2025
Student Employee
Chico State University Farm Dairy Unit
08.2024 - Current
ANSC 199
Chico State University Farm Dairy Unit
01.2024 - 05.2024
Employee
Beretta Dairy
08.2022 - 05.2023
Office Clerk
Barlas Feeds
02.2021 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Petaluma High School
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science - Food Production
California State University, Chico
Awards
- American FFA Degree (2024)
- Honorary Member of Dairy Science and Industry Club (2024)
- Awarded District 2 Dairy Princess (2023-2024)
- Dean’s List (2023-2024)
- Received State Seal of Biliteracy (2023)
- Supreme Grand Champion Grade Dairy Female at Sonoma Marin and Sonoma County Fair (June - August 2023/2024)
- North Coast Region Proficiency winner of Agriculture Sales (2022)
- Member of National Honors Society (2022)
- Star Chapter Farmer (May 2021)
- Star Greenhand (May 2020)