SUE PURCELL
Nepean
Summary
To merge my 21 years of owning and operating a dog sports facility with my exceptional dog training and interpersonal skills to become part of a dynamic team.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Head Instructor
Dogz Canine Sports Centre
01.2004 - Current
- Created and currently operate a dog sport training facility on a 29 acre NCC farm, catering to agility, obedience and other sport enthusiasts in the Ottawa area. Tasks include teaching agility students from beginner to masters level, hiring instructors to teach various sports, managing class schedules, building and updating the club website and Facebook pages, organizing and running trials and fun matches, building equipment and maintaining the club property.
Senior Administrative Assistant
Newbridge Networks Corporation
01.1986 - 01.2000
- Performed senior administrative roles for the following departments, reporting directly to the VP or AVP as well as supporting the groups they managed;
- ~ Network Services - Canada, Latin America & Asia Pacific
- ~ ATM Corporate Business Unit
- ~ Narrowband Corporate Business Unit
- Created and maintained various filing systems, coordinated meetings and conference calls, and assisted groups with presentation preparation and VP / Manager travel arrangements.
- Interfaced with customers directly on a daily basis, both through verbal and written correspondence.
Education
E-Business Web Development Certificate Program -
Algonquin College
Nepean, ON01.2000
Skills
- Proficient in advanced Microsoft Office applications
- Web development using HTML tools
- Cultivating collaborative partnerships
- Effective written communication
- Client service
- Team oversight
- As a trainer, I am a keen observer of dog and people behaviours
- As an owner of multiple large breed dogs over the past 30 years, I have extensive experience in bathing, grooming, feeding, exercising and the enrichment of a dogs lifestyle
- Years of experience monitoring a dog’s health and administering treatments and medications
- Team player who can lead, assist or work independantly
- Would excel at being a CNIB ambassador, as I whole heartedly believe in the service it provides
- Understand the requirements of maintaining a high standard boarding facility in regards to cleanliness and safety
- knowledge of environmental enrichment programs to maintain good mental health in all dogs in their care
- Excellent dog handling skills, especially with larger breed dogs and groups of dogs
- knowledge of dog nutrition and weight maintenance
- professional, compassionate and understanding when working with both people and dogs
- physical stamina to handle large dogs, heavy loads (dog food, etc)
- flexibility with work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal English
- Demonstrated aptitude for dog handling; Ability to practically apply theoretical knowledge
- Ability to undertake the physical demands of the role, including walking long distances, controlling and walking with a range of dog breeds, ages, and temperaments
- Enthusiastic team player who can also work well independently
- Proficient in the use of MS Office
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of dog handling and training techniques/approaches, basic dog care, and first aid an asset
Timeline
Owner / Head Instructor
Dogz Canine Sports Centre
01.2004 - Current
Senior Administrative Assistant
Newbridge Networks Corporation
01.1986 - 01.2000
E-Business Web Development Certificate Program -
Algonquin College
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