Declan Shaffer
Pullman,WA
Summary
Dedicated and dependable animal science student with hands-on experience in animal care and a strong foundation in teamwork and leadership. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in fast-paced environments while following safety and welfare protocols. Highly adaptable and motivated to learn new skills, with a strong commitment to improving animal health, care standards, and overall job performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Staff
Allied Universal Security Services
06.2025 - Current
- Bag Check
- Asset Protection
- Overnight Security
- Usher
- MAGS and Tickets
- Coat Check
- Assisted in crowd management during large events to ensure guests are safe and comfortable
- Monitored areas to prevent security breaches and reported issues promptly to supervisors.
Farm Hand
Extreme Friesian Stables
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided daily care and feeding for horses, ensuring optimal health and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness of stables and equipment, promoting a safe environment for animals and staff.
Volunteer
Sammamish Animal Sanctuary
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in daily feeding routines, maintaining dietary records for diverse animal species.
- Supported educational outreach programs, enhancing community awareness about animal welfare issues.
- Mentored new volunteers on best practices in animal handling and safety protocols.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Aided in administering medicine to animals
Assistant Manager
KM Custom Jewelry
08.2016 - 07.2024
- Oversaw scheduling and workflow management, ensuring timely completion of custom orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science (Pre-Vet)
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05-2029
No Degree - Transfer Credits
Green River Community College
Auburn, Washington, WAHigh School Diploma -
Tahoma High School
Maple Valley, WA06-2025
Skills
- Strong teamwork
- Event setup and breakdown
- Guest relations
- Leadership qualities
- Medication administration
- Animal handling
- Attention to detail
- Honest and dependable
- Basic maintenance
- Calm under pressure
- Facilities maintenance
- strong and reliable communicator
- Time management
- Record keeping
- Adaptability
- Physical stamina
- Professional demeanor
- Emergency response
- Goal setting
Timeline
Farm Hand
Extreme Friesian Stables
09.2025 - 10.2025
Event Staff
Allied Universal Security Services
06.2025 - Current
Volunteer
Sammamish Animal Sanctuary
12.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Manager
KM Custom Jewelry
08.2016 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science (Pre-Vet)
Washington State University
No Degree - Transfer Credits
Green River Community College
High School Diploma -
Tahoma High School