Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Nothing is more rewarding than caring for animals and spending time with them. Very passionate about animals of all types, from terrestrial animals to marine animals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor – Delivery
Spark
Waveland, Mississippi
07.2022 - Current
Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
Assessed performance metrics after each completed assignment to identify areas for improvement moving forward.
Analyzed customer feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Stranding Internship
Institute for Marine Mammal Studies
Gulfport, Mississippi
01.2024 - 04.2024
Cared for stranded/cold-stunned sea turtles
Prepared diets for sea turtles
Restrained sea turtles for vet procedures
Responded to stranding calls for dolphins/ sea turtles
Dolphin Necropsies
Water quality
Sea turtle records
Cross-train with Aquatics, research, veterinarian, and animal care teams- Prepared diets for dolphins and other marine life, fed dolphins/ sting rays, and several species of fish/ reptiles
Photo-identify dolphins on research boat.
Independent Contractor – Personal Shopper
Instacart
Waveland, Mississippi
04.2018 - 12.2023
Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
Assessed performance metrics after each completed assignment to identify areas for improvement moving forward.
Analyzed user feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Assistant Cashier
Costco
New Orleans, Louisiana
06.2016 - 04.2018
Assist cashiers
Cashier
Customer service
Prepared food at the Food court
Assist in the Bakery with packaging products
Loss Prevention
Developed strong multitasking skills by simultaneously managing multiple customers'' requests while maintaining accuracy in cash handling.
Established trusting relationships with regular customers through friendly interactions and personalized assistance during their shopping experience.
Independent Contractor – Personal Shopper
Instacart
Los Angeles, California
09.2014 - 03.2016
Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
Assessed performance metrics after each completed assignment to identify areas for improvement moving forward.
Analyzed customer feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Reptile/ Aquatic Specialist / Customer Advisor
Petco
Glendale, California
07.2010 - 03.2014
Maintain fresh and saltwater aquariums
Water quality for fresh and saltwater
Maintain records for water quality
Cared for fresh and saltwater fish
Cared for reptiles
Customer service
Educated customers on care for animals
Stock products
Cashier
Open/close animal departments
Inventory
Quality Assurance Technician
Check Disc Labs
Burbank, California
03.2009 - 08.2009
Tested DVDs for issues with sound, text, language, and quality of the film
Reported issues found in DVDs
Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
Team Leader / Reptile Specialist
Petco
Glendale /Pasadena /San Diego/Studio City, California
05.2005 - 03.2008
Managed Store and employees
Cashier
Clean and cared for animals
Customer service
Stocked products
Store Inventory
Open/ Close store
Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
Education
Marine Science Masters degree program -
Unity College
Unity, Maine
06.2024
Marine Biology and Sustainable Aquaculture Bachelor's degree -
Unity College
Unity, Maine
12.2022
Medical Coding Certificate -
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, Louisiana
08.2019
Marine Biology Major -
Los Angeles Valley College
Valley Glen, California
06.2012
Marine Biology Major -
Mesa College
San Diego, California
01.2007
Marine Biology Major -
Glendale Community College
Glendale, California
12.2002
High School Diploma -
John Burroughs High School
Burbank, California
06.2001
Skills
Client Relationship Building
Workload Management
Safety Compliance
Marine Biology Knowledge
Marine Conservation Strategies
Water quality management
Aquatic Animal Care
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Collaboration and Teamwork
Research and analysis
Accomplishments
Bachelor's degree in Marine Biology from Unity College
Volunteer for the Mississippi Aquarium
PADI Scuba Certified 2023
Digital Badge for Climate change adaptation and mitigation in fisheries and aquaculture from FAO e-learning Academy
NOAA level 1 Entanglement Response certification
Certificate for Medical Coding Delgado Community College
Associate of Science degree in Biology
High School Diploma
Volunteered for the California Wildlife Center and Heal the Bay.
Honor Roll in Middle School and High School from 1996-2001.