Dedicated customer services professional with a background in conservation research and animal science. Passionate about community care and nature education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Assistant
Santa Barbara Public Library
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2024 - Current
Greeted patrons upon entrance to library and offered assistance with needs or issues.
Maintained accurate records of circulation activities including check-ins and outs and overdue items.
Assisted in the preparation of materials for public programs such as book clubs, lectures, story times.
Answered patrons' questions and assisted in finding materials requested, both physical and digital
Organized shelves, book displays, and other library areas according to established guidelines.
Managed reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library and removing out-of-date items.
Provided patrons with assistance in accessing community resources and programs.
Ambassador, Guest Services
Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbar, CA
09.2022 - Current
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Worked closely with Animal Care staff to ensure animal and guest safety and well being, overseeing interactive experiences such as giraffe feedings and Australian walkabout, adhering to AZA protocols.
Provided guests with information on resident animals and their species in order to provide educational experience and promote conservation.
Performed animal habitat sanitation and maintained Zoo's general cleanliness.
Oversight of admissions and guest capacity tracking, membership sales and resolution of reservation issues for guests.
Performed receptionist duties such as answering incoming calls, taking messages, and transferring calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
Research Assistant
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, United States
09.2020 - 05.2022
Worked with principal investigator to coordinate qualitative research
Independently carried out sample collection and analysis with microscope and camera equipment
Data base comparison and organization (including creation and maintenance of Excel spreadsheets).
Intercultural Organization Leader
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, United States
08.2019 - 05.2022
Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community
Educated community members about specific issues relating to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Established and nurtured relationships, building awareness, engagement and leadership among constituents and other student organizations
Successfully coordinated, implemented and spoke at numerous meetings, forums and community events
Communication & promotion (e-mails, social media).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology
Student Medical Assistant Externship at Santa Barbara County Public Health Womens HealthStudent Medical Assistant Externship at Santa Barbara County Public Health Womens Health