U.S. Army Sergeant and operations supervisor with extensive experience in veterinary facility management. Expertise in leading teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining financial accountability, while effectively managing resources and prioritizing safety. Proven track record in training personnel and solving operational challenges in demanding environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Specialist (68T), Sergeant (E-5)
U.S. Army
Joint Base Charleston, SC
09.2020 - Current
Supervised daily operations of a veterinary treatment facility by coordinating personnel, resources, records, equipment, and competing priorities.
Led, trained, mentored, and evaluated 5 employees; conducted performance reviews, approved payroll/timecards, and provided professional development.
Managed government purchasing as a Government Purchase Card (GPC) holder (2020–2024), following established procedures, documentation, and regulatory standards.
Acted as a Certified Billing Official (2024–2027) to support financial reconciliation, transaction oversight, accountability, and audit readiness.
Served as Unit Safety, HazMat, and Radiation Safety Liaison, supporting risk mitigation, workplace safety, hazardous-material requirements, inspection readiness, and regulatory compliance.
Facilitated animal training exercises, contributing to military operational readiness and effectiveness.
Led 7 soldiers as Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge, identified operational issues, developed corrective actions, and coordinated with leadership, personnel, and other organizations to ensure mission continuity.
Education
Joint Service Transcript - Animal Health
Fort Sam Houson
San Antonio, TX
12-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
High School Diploma -
Sun Valley High School
Monroe
06-2020
Skills
Veterinary procedures
Government Procurement
Regulatory Compliance
Hazardous materials compliance
Audit Readiness
Financial Accountability
Operations Management
Inventory & Asset Management
Inventory management
Safety & Risk Management
Performance Management
Leadership & Supervision
Team leadership
Team Development
Training & Mentorship
Performance evaluation
Problem Solving
Problem solving
Client communication
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), Government Purchase Card Holder (2020–2024), Certified Billing Official (2024–2027), Ammo Handlers Certification, HazMat Familiarization/Safety in Transportation Certification, Suicide Awareness and Prevention Certification, HIPAA Certification, Joint Staff Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Certification
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Distributed Leader I; Basic Leader; Supervisor Development; OPM Performance Management Training for Federal Supervisors.
Lead Animal Wellness & Pet Care Coordinator at Yucaipa Animal Placement SocietyLead Animal Wellness & Pet Care Coordinator at Yucaipa Animal Placement Society