Animal Care Specialist with history of delivering exceptional care to animals in various settings. Passionately promotes health and optimal wellness by providing quality support. Careful to observe animals and communicate concerns to help optimize care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Flow Specialist
Best Buy Inc
09.2021 - Current
Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth through guidance on best practices in the industry.
Optimized supply chain management, resulting in reduced delivery times and increased inventory accuracy.
Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
Animal Care Specialist
United States Army Reserve
06.2018 - Current
Enhanced animal well-being by conducting regular health assessments and administering appropriate medical treatments.
Managed daily feeding schedules, adjusting diet plans as needed based on individual nutritional requirements and health concerns.
Assisted veterinarians with surgeries and medical procedures, ensuring the highest level of care for each animal.
Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
Maintained clean habitats by following strict sanitation protocols, minimizing the spread of disease among animal populations.
Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
Mover
My Guys Moving
06.2021 - 08.2022
Helped pack, pad, load, and unload moving trucks for the summer.
Worked closely with team members to develop efficient strategies for completing moves within designated timeframes.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to 300 lbs.
Reduced potential damage to items by using appropriate packing materials and techniques for fragile or valuable possessions.
Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
Barista
Starbucks
04.2019 - 02.2020
Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
Pool Operator
Prince William County Department Of Parks And Recreation (PWCDPR)
05.2015 - 09.2018
Maintained pool water quality by conducting regular testing and adjusting chemical levels accordingly.
Managed the daily operations of the facility, including staff scheduling, opening and closing procedures, and routine maintenance tasks.
Collaborated with other team members to develop new programs that increased overall patron satisfaction at the facility.
Identified potential hazards within the pool area, promptly addressing concerns to maintain a safe environment for all users.
Oversaw lifeguard staff, providing training sessions on rescue techniques, CPR, First Aid, and customer service skills.
Maintained accurate records related to pool usage, maintenance tasks, and staff performance evaluations for management review.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2025
No Degree -
U.S. Army Animal Care Specialist Training Course
03.2019
Skills
Customer Relations
Expert Problem Solving
Quality Assurance
Client Communication
Team Collaboration
Strong Communication Skills
Veterinary Knowledge
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Inventory Management
Awards
Medal of Excellence - Placed 4th in my class of 23 in 68T training with a 93% average across all my work.
Eagle Scout - Earned May 2014
Languages
Fren
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Product Flow Specialist
Best Buy Inc
09.2021 - Current
Mover
My Guys Moving
06.2021 - 08.2022
Barista
Starbucks
04.2019 - 02.2020
Animal Care Specialist
United States Army Reserve
06.2018 - Current
Pool Operator
Prince William County Department Of Parks And Recreation (PWCDPR)