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Karley Lawler

Hampstead,NC

Summary

Outgoing professional passionate about animal education and conservation. Friendly and helpful when assisting or informing guests. Driven by a cause to work hard to inspire change and accomplish a measurable impact in the wold.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aquarium Volunteer

North Carolina Aquarium
12.2022 - Current

Education:

  • Delivered personalized educational information to enable positive learning experiences for all guests.
  • Supervised guest interaction with exhibits to ensure guest and animal safety.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about new and existing exhibits.
  • Participated in volunteer meetings and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and updates.


Husbandry:

  • Maintained off-exhibit areas in clean, organized and safe fashion.
  • Assisted with daily animal diet preparations and feeding.
  • Maintained aquatic habitat cleanliness.

Water Quality Volunteer

Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue And Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Maintained and operated aquarium life support system and habitat cleanliness.
  • Kept off-exhibit areas in clean, organized and safe fashion.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Brushed turtles shell to maintain good health and provide enrichment.
  • Assisted with feedings and health checks.

Front of House Manager

Mission BBQ
02.2016 - 08.2019
  • Resolved guests concerns and complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
  • Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
  • Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
  • Built strong relationships with the community, nearby army base and first responders by offering promotions as well as extensive fund raising for local charities
  • Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect.
  • Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors and other business partners to establish trust and build rapport.
  • Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
12.2023

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Data Collection and Interpretation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Community Outreach
  • Educational Strategies
  • MS Office
  • Animal Care
  • Staff Management

Certification

Adult, Child and Infant CPR, First aid and AED (Oct 2023)


Bloodborne Pathogens and zoonotic diseases (Apr 2023)



Hobbies

Hiking, swimming, birdwatching, kayaking, reading and spending time with my husband and animals. 

Timeline

Water Quality Volunteer

Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue And Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 05.2023

Aquarium Volunteer

North Carolina Aquarium
12.2022 - Current

Front of House Manager

Mission BBQ
02.2016 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

University of North Carolina At Wilmington

Adult, Child and Infant CPR, First aid and AED (Oct 2023)


Bloodborne Pathogens and zoonotic diseases (Apr 2023)



Karley Lawler