Kimberly Smith
Branchville,VA
Summary
Experienced with animal care techniques and protocols, including handling, feeding, and monitoring. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of animal health and welfare to maintain high standards of care in research settings. Track record of effective team collaboration and adapting to dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Animal Technician
American K 9 Interdiction
07.2024 - Current
- Ensured animal welfare by monitoring health, behavior, and environmental conditions.
- Assisted in the preparation and distribution of animal feed according to dietary requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of animal enclosures, equipment, and work areas.
- Documented daily observations and care activities in animal records accurately.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling animals and using specialized equipment.
- Engaged in continuous learning about animal care practices and species-specific needs.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by conducting regular inspections and cleaning enclosures thoroughly.
- Enhanced facility operations by maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily activities.
- Ensured proper nutrition for various species by preparing specialized diets and feeding schedules.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Provided compassionate care to animals by giving attention, grooming, and socialization opportunities.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Promoted a positive work environment among team members through open communication channels and consistent feedback sessions.
- Improved animal health by administering medications, vaccines, and performing routine medical procedures.
- Established strong relationships with local veterinarians to facilitate prompt and effective care for animals in need
- Conducted thorough intake assessments for new arrivals, ensuring immediate care needs were met.
Merchandise Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and restocked shelves, racks and bins.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, organized sales floor.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Greeted, serviced, and thanked all customers.
- Utilized strong communication skills to work effectively with team members and resolve customer concerns promptly.
- Collaborated closely with fellow associates, sharing best practices for visual merchandising techniques and improving overall store performance.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Updated signage and price tags to reflect current sales.
- Optimized store layouts by strategically placing popular items in high visibility areas, drawing customer attention and increasing sales.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of stock to meet customer demands.
- Built end caps and aisle displays to highlight products and support latest promotions.
- Created attractive displays to promote items.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends and customer preferences to adjust merchandise presentation accordingly.
- Used pallet jacks to move and position merchandise.
- Rotated manufacturer products.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
Deputy Sheriff
Southampton County Sheriff's Office
09.2016 - 10.2022
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and institutional policies.
- Conducted thorough security checks to maintain safe environment within facility premises.
- Trained and mentored new deputies on operational procedures and best practices for inmate management.
- Managed daily inmate population records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of daily activities, incident reports, and other required forms; maintaining strict adherence to established policies for data privacy and confidentiality.
- Assisted in the transportation of inmates between facilities, ensuring their safety during transfers while maintaining strict adherence to all security protocols.
- Efficiently processed new inmate admissions by completing necessary paperwork, conducting searches, and assigning appropriate housing assignments based on individual needs and risk assessments.
- Supervised daily recreation activities for inmates to promote physical health, mental well-being, and constructive use of time while incarcerated.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment for inmates by conducting regular cell inspections and monitoring inmate activities.
- Provided compassionate care for injured or ill inmates by administering first aid when necessary and coordinating medical assistance from qualified professionals.
- Enhanced overall facility security by routinely examining perimeter fencing systems, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems to ensure all equipment was functioning properly.
- Reduced incidents of violence within the correctional facility by implementing conflict resolution strategies and promoting positive communication among inmates.
- Supported court proceedings by providing detailed documentation of inmate behavior; facilitating communication between legal representatives, judges, and related parties involved in each case.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southampton High School
Courtland06-2016
Skills
- Animal restraint techniques
- Animal enrichment
- Animal nutrition
- Animal identification
- Animal sample collection
- Animal care coordination
- Animal facility equipment
- Animal facility safety
- Animal welfare monitoring
- Animal transportation
- Animal disease prevention
- Animal medication administration
- Animal facility sanitation
- Animal facility maintenance
Timeline
Senior Animal Technician
American K 9 Interdiction
07.2024 - Current
Merchandise Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
03.2023 - 07.2023
Deputy Sheriff
Southampton County Sheriff's Office
09.2016 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Southampton High School
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