Elijah Valentine
City of Crowley
Fort Worth
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Dedicated Animal Control Officer with a strong focus on humane treatment and ethical standards. Proven ability to collaborate with local shelters and law enforcement, ensuring community safety and compliance with animal welfare laws. Consistency and quality of service driven, and is very adept at creating lasting impressions with local citizens.
Work History
Animal Control Officer
1 Year 2 Months- Conducted investigations of animal abuse and neglect cases with thorough documentation.
- Enforced animal control laws and regulations to ensure community safety.
- Collaborated with local shelters to facilitate the adoption of impounded animals.
- Responded to public inquiries regarding stray animals and wildlife encounters.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to enforce animal control ordinances and handle dangerous or aggressive animals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and enhance overall job performance.
Security Professional
2 Years 4 Months- Conducted regular patrols to detect and prevent potential security breaches.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of staff and visitors.
- Assisted in developing and implementing emergency response plans.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during incidents to enhance safety procedures.
- Reduced security incidents by proactively monitoring surveillance systems and responding to alarms in a timely manner.
- Screened incoming employees, personal belongings, and shipments for security concerns.
Kitchen Manager
1 Year 11 Months- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock usage and reducing waste.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation and hygiene protocols.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for kitchen workflows.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Education
No Degree - Art
High School Diploma
Skills
Animal Control Regulations
Investigation techniques
Animal behavior
Animal Conflict Resolution
Animal welfare
Professionalism
Ethical standards
Multitasking
Interpersonal skills
Certification
- ACO - Certified Animal Control Officer
- Licensed Euthanasia Technician
- Certified Animal Cruelty Investigator
- Canine Behavior, OC Pepper Spray, Bite Stick, Chemical Capture Certified
- Local Rabies Control Authority Training
- MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior) Training
- Licensed Private Security Guard (State of Texas)
Timeline
Animal Control Officer
City of Crowley
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Security Professional
Allied Universal Security
02.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Kitchen Manager
TopGolf
03.2021 - 02.2023Read More
University of North Texas
No Degree from Art
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Everman High School
High School Diploma
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