Rachel Layne Briggs

1000 Old Hico Rd., Stephenville, TX 76402

(817)688-7281
rachel.briggs@go.tarleton.edu

Education
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Senior at Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX , Pursuing a degree in

Ag Business Management with a completed minor in Animal Science
concentrated in Animal Nutrition and double minor in Business
-Will be graduating in August of 2016

Skills Summary

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Basic Financial Management and Accounting Skills

Equipment Management
Livestock (Feedlot and Breeding Cattle herds) Management
Ranch/Farm Maintenance
Basic Livestock Feeds Knowledge
Leadership Development and Teamwork Skills
Project/Event Management
Medicinal Application Skills
Ability to work clearly and safely in Emergency Situations
Great People Person and Communicator
Willing to Learn, Flexible and Open to New Opportunities

Employment History
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Avondale Haslet Veterinarian Clinic Haslet, TX

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Kennel Technician/Veterinarian Technician, May 2011- December 2014

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Input, maintenance, and analysis of kennels and feline/canine boarding

facilities
Minor Animal Medicinal Practices and ability to work in emergency
situations
Small Animal Management Skills

Bob Doty Cattle Co. Stephenville, TX

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Ranch Hand/ Labor, August 2012- July 2014

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Installation of Landscape designs and Architectural Work

Installations of pipe and irrigation systems
Installation of Concrete Surfaces and Structures
Working with Livestock

Lonestar Arena- Stephenville, TX

Arena Event Staff, January 2013- August 2013

Tarleton University Agriculture Farm and Ranch Stephenville, TX

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Ranch Hand/Labor, May 2014 June 2016

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Management and care for breeding cattle herds and feedlot herds
Pasture and fence management
Crop (hay) field management

Becker Vineyards Stonewall, TX

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Summer Internship Position

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Currently starting off in wine tasting room and gaining retail experience

**I also have a home dcor side business of completely handcrafted creations
named Sapphires and Sagebrush, with an online Etsy shop account and
separate finance accounts

Professional Experience
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Customer Service/Problem Solving

Oversaw office operations, labor operations and provided impeccable
customer service
Aided customers in decision making process
Working in outdoor conditions and working with the environment
Monitor and reconcile reimbursements due to customers
Responsible for the production, review, and distribution of reports
Organization/planning
Assisted in coordinating related events and meetings

 Assigned responsibilities to appropriate candidates

Adapted plans and ideas to meet the situation on hand
Assist in training of new employees
Managed day-to-day operations within local FFA chapter
Animal Science
Feedlot management skills
Feedstuffs knowledge
Minor on farm veterinary procedures
Breeding/Record keeping
Other skills
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I have taken numerous finance, economics, business and accounting classes

acquiring the basics and then some into the world of business and finance
Proud to say I got an A in Managerial Accounting this past spring
Im extremely organized and work well in fast paced hectic environments
which comes from working in a vets office for two+ years
Im never late - punctuality, persistence and hard work is key
I work well with anybody and everybody, communication in necessary in any
work environment, Im a big people person
Safety first in whatever situation, big or small
I have the important willingness to learn and listen
I can also do a moderate amount of tractor work, hay cutting, plowing raking
etc.
Licensing and Certifications

Veterinarian Technician License issues by the Texas State Board of

Veterinarian Medical Examiners (2012)

Student Affairs
Provided career information in collaboration with out of class experiences and
programs
Developed materials and projects to maximize academic and student
involvement
Encouraged students to seek out FFA and agricultural activities and programs
to promote student involvement
Presented presentations and speeches that promoted the agricultural field to
students in grades from 3 to 12
Conducted and participated in community service projects in our local area
Provided leadership opportunities, mentorship, counseling, and guidance to
freshmen and other students

Student Activities
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High School Organizations and Activities-Northwest High School, Justin, TX

-Northwest FFA, Various Positions August 2008 May 2012
o Chapter Vice President, August 2011 - May 2012
Planned and organized various meetings, promotion events, community service
projects, fundraisers
Helped and guided students in the agriculture department and represented the
chapter at district and state functions
o Vice-President, Secretary Chairman
Chairperson of the 2011 Awards Banquet, Chairperson of the 2011 3 rd Grade
Field Day, Committee for community service events, Chairperson of Agricultural
Involvement, Chairperson of the Incoming Freshman Welcoming Committee,
-Northwest FFA Livestock Show Team
Raised and showed a Red Angus Heifer, 2011-2012
Raised and Showed a Black Angus Heifer, 2009-2010
Took both animals to the Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show, the
Texas State Fair, the Local county fairs and various jackpot and buckle shows
Helped team mates with other livestock projects and assisted at livestock
shows
-Other Student Organizations
Northwest National Honors Society, Member
Northwest Livestock Show Team, August 2008-May 2012
Wildlife Management and Evaluation Team, January 2011-May 2012, State
Qualifying in 2012
Skills Demonstration Team- Fall 2010
Radio Broadcasting Team- Fall of 2010 and 2011
University Organizations and Activities- Tarleton State University,
Stephenville, TX
Delta Zeta Sorority, Xi Nu Chapter
Tarleton Collegiate FFA Chapter, Member

Honors
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Texas State FFA Association

American FFA Degree, highest awarded degree of the National FFA
Texas LoneStar Degree, highest awarded state association award
Chapter FFA Degree

Memberships/ Involvement
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National Junior Red Angus Association, Member

National Junior Angus Association, Member
Member of the Holy Shepard Lutheran Youth Group

Member of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Association

Texas State Board of Veterinarian Medical Examiners

Life Goals and Pursuits

I aim to one day open up my own business

I want to gain knowledge in operating small businesses and business
management practices
I want to expand my knowledge in the realm of agriculture and also
the cattle industry
I want to be both successful and happy