Hi, I’m
Jordan Shuler
Bellevue,NE
Summary
Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Hemker Park and Zoo
Zookeeper
06.2022 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Ensured and met specific welfare needs of several species of primate, small mammals, and birds
- Prepared and delivered diets based on zoo standards and nutritional guidelines
- Sanitized, organized, and maintained keeper, animal, and guest areas
- Monitored and recorded changes in animal behavior using ZIMS software
- Crafted and planned enrichment for primate species
- Educated guests through species-specific animal encounters
- Trained primate and bird species based on operant conditioning and positive reinforcement
- Worked in team setting as well as an individual to complete routine and help in other areas as needed
ZimmVet
Pet Care Associate
04.2022 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Prepare diets based on owner instruction
- Ensured safe environment for all pets and owners
- Enriching and engaging dogs in a positive manner
- Administering medications based on vet recommendation and owner instruction
- Managing large playgroups with different dog breeds of varying sizes and temperaments
- Maintained sanitary environment to prevent spread of disease
- Placed animals in successful groups based on temperament, energy, habits, and medical conditions
- Assessed emergency situations and followed correct protocol to ensure health and safety of animals
Jacksonville Humane Society
Adoptions Counselor
10.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Worked independently to successfully place animals into homes
- Demonstrated understanding in animal behavior
- Prepped animal diets
- Practiced safety protocols with animals that demonstrated behavioral obstacles
- Worked with community to educate about common animal behaviors
- Efficiently completed tasks in team setting when needed
UNF Shark Ecology Research Student, University of North Florida
Undergraduate Research Student
05.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Worked with several species of sharks, rays, and fish including threatened species
- Worked quickly and efficiently to reduce stress on animals
- Helped record animal diagnostics, species, and measurements
- Worked in small group to deploy long-lines and meet daily goals
- Aided in the tagging and releasing of several species of shark, rays, and fish
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Mammal Keeper Intern
08.2018 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Worked with large and small hoofstock, carnivores, and primates
- Maintained punctual schedule
- Prepared diets for wide variety of species
- Cleaned, sanitized, and prepared exhibit and holding areas
- Prepared and administered medications according to veterinarian instructions
- Drove and helped load hay trailer
- Safely assisted keepers in daily routines
- Observed animal training sessions
- Aided in behavioral and health observations
Education
University of North FloridaJacksonville, FL
Bachelor of Science from Biology
06.2021
Florida State College At JacksonvilleJacksonville, FL
Associate of Arts from Arts
08.2019
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Daily Logs
- Animal Handling
- Reading Comprehension
- Animal Training
- Time Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Animal Observations
- Enrichment Creation
- Animal Monitoring
Timeline
Zookeeper
Hemker Park and Zoo
06.2022 - 11.2022
Pet Care Associate
ZimmVet
04.2022 - 06.2022
Adoptions Counselor
Jacksonville Humane Society
10.2021 - 12.2021
Undergraduate Research Student
UNF Shark Ecology Research Student, University of North Florida
05.2021 - 08.2021
Mammal Keeper Intern
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
08.2018 - 08.2019
University of North Florida
Bachelor of Science from Biology
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Associate of Arts from Arts
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