Hello! I am a recent University of Cincinnati grad, off to Xavier University this Spring to study Psychology. My intended career focus is on animal behaviorism (dogs). Aside from dogs, a passion of mine is writing. I adore English literature/novels; poetry; short stories; and am all around a "stickler" of proper English grammar. Reading, traveling, spending time with loved ones and my dog are a few cherished hobbies of mine. I played soccer for 10 years, 2 years competitively, and am also an avid swimmer. I try to stay in shape as best I can, as I am approaching 30! Yikes! I am eager to work with students of all ages in the venues of writing; English; grammar; and reading. Thank you for this great opportunity! Below is my professional, current resume.

Nicole R. Forbus

                         7250 Capri Way #5  e Maineville, Ohio 45039

                                            Customer-Service Committed

Adept verbal and written communicator possessing sound, consistent, and superior customer service skills.  Self-directed and diligent in efforts to acclimate with ease in any prospective work environment.  Dedicated team player, equally independent, and dependable.  Self-motivated, responsible, personable, and amiable.

University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio

Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts, December 2008

Cincinnati State, Cincinnati, Ohio

Sociology, June 1999

September 2002 – Present              Self-employed                               Mason, Ohio   

                                                            Pet-sitter/walker

                                                            Overseeing the needs of, and caring for,

                                                            dogs and cats.

-          walking, grooming, and overall care of

individuals’ domestic pets

-          assuring the safety and security of

multiple animals at a given time

-          administering medications to

animals when necessary

April 2002 – August 2002               Blue Ash Parks/Recreation        Blue Ash, Ohio

                                                            Fitness Center Consultant

                                                            A valuable team member willing to deliver

                                                            exceptional customer service to individuals,

                                                            families, and guests of the Blue Ash community.

-          member intake services; receptionist,

front desk attendant

-          equipment maintenance attendant

-          clerical associate to multiple supervisors

-          gymnasium assistant for recreational

activities and sports

-          new member enrollment

October 1997 – July 1999                United Dairy Farmers, Inc          Blue Ash, Ohio

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                                                            Shift Duties Leader

                                                            A responsible, effective leader and supervisor to

                                                            store clerks; proud representative of a

                                                            reputable, long-established, inter-state company.

-          supervising model customer-service,

maintenance, and upkeep of ice-cream

parlor and store premises

-          receptor to vending intake/outgoing

orders

-          material handler of heavy store

merchandise, novelties, and general

convenience items

-          inventory assistant to management;

stockroom clerical/receptionist duties

-          application, customer feedback, and

store-specific memorandum filing

Society For the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals                              Colerain, Ohio

Volunteer, March 2007 – Present

Volunteer in expediting the adoption process for dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments.

            -    walking, grooming, general handling, socializing, and interacting with the

                 dogs prior to adoption

            -    one-on-one interaction with families, especially young children, and

                 offering basic guidance on how to greet, communicate with, and

                 understand the individualized needs of shelter dogs

            -    personally and spiritually connecting with the variety of personalities in

                 the shelter

            -    assisting other volunteers when necessary; achieving a balance with a high

                 volume of visitors

References available upon request.