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Gabriel Hagan

Gabriel Hagan

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Motivated undergraduate Sociology major with an Anthropology minor, pursuing a long-term career in urban planning and community development. Currently seeking opportunities related to social research, planning, or community-based work to transition from the animal care field into a role aligned with academic interests and career goals. Known for strong analytical thinking, reliability, and a balanced logical and creative approach to problem-solving.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Bather

Scenthound Bartram Park
03.2025 - Current
  • At Scenthound I had an array of responsibilities that I would complete with each individual dog that booked an appointment with me, including:
  • Baths
  • Nail grinds
  • Ear cleaning
  • Checking glands and expressing them if needed
  • Teeth brushing
  • Flea and Tick Treatment and Removal
  • Brush outs and blow drying
  • Lots of 1 on 1 experience with aggressive and reactive dogs, including gaining their trust throughout their appointments with me.
  • Consistent cleaning of the workspace throughout the day to ensure no viruses can be spread.
  • Descriptive and personal messages to the pet parents describing their pets condition and recommending add-ons for future appointments.

Pet Playtime Coordinator

Pet Paradise St. John's – WGV
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Summer Job while I was back home from school in Cincinnati.
  • Worked alongside large dogs in a play yard while they were boarding or at day camp.
  • Learned how to stop any altercations between dogs in a safe manner.
  • Clean up after the dogs used the restroom.
  • Helped maintain the boarding area as well, although I was primarily outside.
  • Assisted with the front desk team members to explain to parents how their dogs did while they visited.

Team member

Culver's
12.2020 - 02.2022
  • Primarily worked in the Drive-through taking orders and cashing guests out in the window. If a manager or fellow team member needed my help elsewhere, I was flexible to work in other positions. I learned lots of patience from this and leadership in my role in the drive-through.
  • Primarily closing shift which entailed cleaning and stocking the drive-through every night to close it.
  • Had coworkers of all ages and got along with all of them very well.
  • Worked to solve any issues that guests may have with their service or food.
  • Left this position to focus on school and to transition out of fast food.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology - Minor in Anthropology

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
01-2027

Associate of Arts - Sociology

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL

Pre-Pharmacy

Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph Academy
St. Augustine, FL

Skills

  • Working with both customers and dogs in my experience has provided myself with a great deal of patience and adaptability
  • Ability to get along with anybody
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Logical reasoning
  • Strong work ethic
  • Leadership
  • Maintaining cleanliness
  • Listen to coworkers whether they are giving advice or need help with any given task
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time whether it is outside in heat/cold or inside
  • Experience with care of animals and understanding their behavior
  • Despite lots of animal experience and a love for that field, my career goals differ from the animal care industry, and I have a lot of relevant and important skills outside of that field

Timeline

Dog Bather

Scenthound Bartram Park
03.2025 - Current

Pet Playtime Coordinator

Pet Paradise St. John's – WGV
06.2023 - 08.2023

Team member

Culver's
12.2020 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology - Minor in Anthropology

University of North Florida

Associate of Arts - Sociology

Santa Fe College

Pre-Pharmacy

Xavier University

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph Academy
Gabriel Hagan