Holden Heras
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dynamic Animal Care Lead at Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, skilled in team leadership and effective communication. Successfully manages the care of over 100 animals, trains new staff, and enhances animal welfare through enrichment programs. Proficient in vaccination administration and Spanish translation. Always goes the extra mile to help out other departments. Deeply passionate about the humane treatment of all animals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Lead
Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control
Lexington, KY
10.2021 - Current
- Lead a team of 10 Animal Care Technicians (ACTs) to ensure the proper care of 100 to 200 animals.
- Manage kennel space at the facility to accommodate the intake of stray animals in suitable kennels.
- Train all newly hired associates.
- Work closely with our sister organization, the Lexington Humane Society.
- Provide Spanish translation services across all departments.
- Oversee the activities of all volunteers.
- Assist the animal services team with processing incoming animals, including administering vaccines.
- Organize and implement enrichment activities for all animals in our care.
- Help the vet tech team with animal handling, daily observation, and basic medical tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest High School
Overland Park, KS05-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KYSkills
- Animal care
- Team leadership
- Effective Communication
- Time management
- Facility management
- Employee training
- Attention to detail
- Volunteer coordination
- Vaccination administration
- Animal enrichment
- Spanish translation
- Proficient in Shelter Buddy
- CPR and first aid
Accomplishments
- Associate of the quarter for 2023 Q2
Special Initiatives
- Started a special food-saving initiative that prevented over 500 pounds of food from being wasted in the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
- Earned a CPR and First Aid instructor certification to teach and certify all animal control officers and associates across animal control and the Humane Society.
- Currently serving as co-president of the Long Stay Task Force, a team consisting of members from each department of animal control and the Humane Society. The primary goal of the Long Stay Task Force is to develop innovative strategies to enrich and reduce the stress of long-term residents.
Prior Job Experience
University of Kentucky - Fitness Center Attendant
10/2019 - 4/2021
Hy-vee Grocery - General Merchandise Clerk
8/2017 - 6/2019
Timeline
Animal Care Lead
Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control
10.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Kentucky
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