KRISITN WOOD
Summary
Devoted professional with deep love of animals and readiness to take on any care assignments. Protects animals and guests from undue risks with careful management of animal spaces and behaviors. Team-oriented professional always ready to handle everything from administrative to facilities maintenance in tasks in support of animal care needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Assistant to the Construction Official
Borough of Pompton Lakes
Pompton Lakes, NJ
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted the Construction Official with everyday activities such as accepting and issuing building permits, setting up meetings, issuing notices of violations
- Reviewed, processed and filed permits for construction projects.
- Researched any discrepancies or errors in the submitted documents prior to approving permits.
- Evaluated applications and assessment results to determine eligibility and acceptance.
- Coordinated with multiple departments within the organization regarding permitting procedures.
- Processed payments from customers seeking permits.
- Assisted customers with inquiries related to permit applications.
- Advised customers on how to obtain additional documentation when needed for their application process.
- Facilitated communication between customers and internal staff members throughout the permitting process.
- Received and submitted payments for fees and fines, accurately tracking amounts, issuing receipts and updating computer systems.
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
TOWNSHIP OF WAYNE
WAYNE, NJ
01.2011 - 03.2022
- Issued citations for violations of municipal ordinances relating to animal control.
- Answered public inquiries, regarding animal control operations.
- Assisted in the capture of stray animals using humane trapping techniques.
- Worked closely with local veterinarians to ensure proper care for impounded animals.
- Investigated reports of animal abuse and issued citations and warnings.
- Educated pet owners on responsible pet ownership practices such as spay and neuter programs and proper vaccination protocols.
- Maintained detailed reports on captured animals, including species, breed, color, sex and age.
- Investigated allegations of animal bites and quarantine and isolation procedures as required by law.
- Monitored parks and recreational areas for dangerous wild animals such as coyotes or foxes.
- Participated in community outreach events focused on pet adoption, low-cost spaying and neutering services, rabies vaccination clinics .
- Attended court hearings regarding alleged violations of animal control laws.
- Conducted investigations of suspected animal cruelty cases, interviewed witnesses, and collected evidence.
- Provided instruction to staff members on proper handling techniques for various types of animals.
- Responded to animal control related calls and complaints from the public.
- Enforced licensing requirements for pets within city limits.
Private Nanny
Private Care
Montville, NJ
05.2003 - 01.2011
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Dropped off and picked up children from school and extracurricular commitments.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.
- Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
- Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
- Facilitated playdates between siblings or friends in order to foster social interaction among peers.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by teaching children new ideas each day.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
- Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing, and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
Education
NJ STATE CERTIFICATION - CERTIFIED ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ12-2010
High School Diploma -
CLIFTON HIGH SCHOOL
CLIFTON, NJ06-1997
Skills
- Animal handling
- Customer service
- Public education
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Data entry
- Permit processing
- Payment processing
- Attention to detail
- Record keeping
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Creative thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Animal capture
- Problem-solving abilities
- Humane animal treatment
- Teamwork
Timeline
Technical Assistant to the Construction Official
Borough of Pompton Lakes
03.2022 - Current
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
TOWNSHIP OF WAYNE
01.2011 - 03.2022
Private Nanny
Private Care
05.2003 - 01.2011
NJ STATE CERTIFICATION - CERTIFIED ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
County College of Morris
High School Diploma -
CLIFTON HIGH SCHOOL
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