Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Welfare Coordinator
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
Melbourne, FL
01.2023 - 03.2024
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to animal welfare and live outcomes.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Provided guidance and instruction to staff members on proper handling techniques of animals.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish goals.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Provided excellent event coordinating services and attention to community partners when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Performed physical examinations on animals to assess general health conditions and diagnose illnesses or injuries.
Administered medications as prescribed by veterinarians and monitored progress of treatment plans.
Advised owners on sanitation, feeding and general care to promote animal health.
Organized vendor contracts, negotiated fees, and ensured compliance with all regulations.
Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, and other relevant information.
Sourced venues for events in accordance with animal needs and preferences.
Coordinated onboarding and orientation for new volunteers.
Created job descriptions for all volunteer roles.
Organized training programs for volunteers.
Managed a database of volunteer information.
Monitored compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Ensured proper recognition of volunteer efforts through awards, certificates.
Provided guidance on how to best utilize available resources in order to maximize the impact of volunteer work.
Facilitated communication between staff members and volunteers.
Resolved any conflicts that arose between staff members or between staff members and volunteers.
Maintained records of volunteering hours worked by each individual.
Communicated regularly with volunteers, assisting with issues and questions.
Provided humane education programs for schools, groups, pet owners, and other organizations.
Assisted with euthanization for injured, sick, or suffering animals following consultation with leadership and staff veterinarians.
Shelter and Rescue Coordinator
Chewy
Plantation, FL
02.2022 - 11.2022
Organized and coordinated volunteer activities in accordance with corporate objectives.
Facilitated communication between volunteers, organization staff, and management to ensure effective coordination of tasks.
Planned special events such as fundraisers, community service initiatives.
Cultivated relationships with potential donation recipients through phone calls, emails, and in-person visits.
Processed donations in accordance with established protocols, including data entry into the donor database.
Maintained accurate records of all donation activity, including recipient contact information.
Coordinated with nonprofit organizations regarding services needed for fundraising efforts.
Provided administrative support including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and tracking financial contributions.
Assisted organizations with registration into the Shelters and Rescues program.
Pet Concierge
Chewy
Dania Beach, FL
02.2020 - 02.2022
Greeted adopters and answered their inquiries regarding Chewy's services and promotions for adopters.
Responded promptly to all customer inquiries via telephone, email or face-to-face contact while maintaining a friendly demeanor.
Maintained a professional presence at the front desk area by adhering to company standards.
Developed strong relationships with Humane Society staff in order to ensure smooth operations between companies.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies required for daily operations including gift bags and promotion cards.
Provided daily care for animals, including feeding, cleaning cages and exercising.
Educated clients on proper pet care techniques and methods of handling their pets safely.
Administered vaccinations to protect against contagious diseases according to established protocols.
Conducted regular inspections of kennels, runs, pens and yards to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
Monitored animal activities to detect early signs of disease or discomfort.
Cleaned up after animals including washing dishes and sanitizing cages.
Customer Service Representative
Chewy.com
Dania Beach, FL
04.2017 - 02.2020
Provided excellent customer service via phone, live chat, email, and social media to resolve customer complaints and concerns in a timely manner.
Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
Identified areas of improvement in customer service processes and suggested changes accordingly.
Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
Front Desk Receptionist
Chewy.com
Dania Beach, FL
09.2016 - 04.2017
Greeted staff and visitors warmly and made them feel welcome.
Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
Assisted with scheduling appointments for staff and visitors.
Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
Managed incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, faxes and other correspondence.
Provided administrative support such as filing documents, photocopying and scanning materials.
Coordinated travel arrangements for staff and visitors when required.
Tracked office supplies inventory levels, placed orders for replenishment as needed and monitored deliveries upon arrival.
Prepared conference rooms prior to meetings by arranging furniture layout, setting up audio-visual equipment and ensuring refreshments are available if required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cooper City High School
Cooper City, FL
06-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Behavior And Training
Animal Behavior College
Remote
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Excellent Communication
Task Prioritization
Clerical Support
Relationship Building
Problem Resolution
Accomplishments
Florida Animal Control Association's Employee of the Year Nominee
Brevard County Sheriff's Office Employee of the Year
Certification
First Aid and CPR Certified
Fear-Free Shelters Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Animal Welfare Coordinator
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - 03.2024
Shelter and Rescue Coordinator
Chewy
02.2022 - 11.2022
Pet Concierge
Chewy
02.2020 - 02.2022
Customer Service Representative
Chewy.com
04.2017 - 02.2020
Front Desk Receptionist
Chewy.com
09.2016 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Cooper City High School
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Behavior And Training
Field Training and Evaluation Program Coordinator at Brevard County Sheriff's OfficeField Training and Evaluation Program Coordinator at Brevard County Sheriff's Office