Elodie O’Keefe
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, where I streamlined database management and coordinated major events. Skilled with technology and a confident public speaker, I excel in animal care and leverage technical tools efficiently. My background includes significant contributions to wildlife conservation and education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barn hand
Cross Creek Farm
08.2022 - Current
- Perform regular cleaning for horse pens.
- Maintain cleanliness in duck housing facilities.
- Execute routine upkeep and maintenance tasks for facilities.
Development Intern
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
Silver Spring, Maryland
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Set up and coordinated logistics for a successful Capitol Hill Ocean Week Conference and Gala
- Streamlined database management by implementing efficient organizational techniques, and implemented best practices
Volunteer
Umoya Khulula Wildlife Center
, South Africa
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in the care and feeding of animals.
- Maintained cleanliness of animal enclosures.
- Performed land surveys.
- Maintained facilities.
- Assisted in releases, construction, and other projects.
Instructor and barn hand
Rock Creek Park Horse Center
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Instructed students aged 7-35 in horseback riding techniques and horsemanship skills.
- Cleaned stalls
- Performed feeding, watering, and medication administration for horses.
Volunteer
University of Maryland and the National Park Service
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Collected biological samples of coyotes in Rock Creek Park via scat and recorded GPS coordinates.
Intern
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Addressed questions from visitors.
- Communicated information regarding numerous animals.
- Facilitated educational activities
Education
B.S. - Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12-2025
Skills
- Confident public speaker
- Proficient in R and R Studio
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Proficient in Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets
- Experienced in animal care and handling
- Comfortable with chainsaws and other power tools
- Experienced hiker & camper
On Campus Involvement
CSU Logging Sports Team 09/23 - 05/25, Treasurer 04-24 05/25. Compete in collegiate competitions, volunteer for many local organizations and individuals, manage finances, learn about forest management.
Affiliations
- Arts and crafts
- Logging Sports
- Outdoor activities (hiking, camping, backpacking, skiing & snowboarding)
Certification
- AHA CPR Certification issued February 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Development Intern
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
06.2024 - 08.2024
Barn hand
Cross Creek Farm
08.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Umoya Khulula Wildlife Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer
University of Maryland and the National Park Service
09.2019 - 04.2020
Instructor and barn hand
Rock Creek Park Horse Center
08.2019 - 08.2022
Intern
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
06.2018 - 08.2019
B.S. - Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology
Colorado State University
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