Marc May
Ocala,FL
Summary
Experienced in enforcing animal control laws, conducting thorough investigations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Committed to protecting animal welfare and educating the public on responsible pet ownership.
Overview
5
5
Certifications
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Animal Control Officer
Marion county Bocc
ocala, fl
08.2020 - Current
- Enforced local animal control laws and regulations for community safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of animal facilities and shelters for compliance.
- Educated the public on responsible pet ownership and animal welfare practices.
- Rescued and rehabilitated injured or stray animals in various environments.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address wildlife management issues effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of animal control activities and incidents reported.
- Coordinated with veterinarians on medical treatments for rescued animals.
- Developed strategies for managing feral cat colonies through Trap-Neuter-Return programs.
- Educated pet owners on responsible pet ownership practices such as spaying and neutering, vaccinations, licensing requirements.
- Assisted with investigations into violations of animal cruelty laws or other related infractions.
- Maintained detailed records for all cases handled by the animal control unit including incident reports and euthanasia logs.
- Investigated potential cases of neglect or abuse involving domesticated animals.
- Attended conferences and workshops related to best practices in animal control services.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on criminal investigations related to animal welfare issues.
- Facilitated the return of lost pets to their rightful owners whenever possible.
- Ensured humane treatment of animals in accordance with state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
- Provided training and guidance to new animal control officers on policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Euthanized sick, injured, or aggressive animals according to established protocols.
- Responded to calls regarding stray or dangerous animals in a timely manner.
- Managed daily operations at the animal shelter including cleaning cages, feeding and watering animals, scheduling appointments for adoptions and surrenders, as well as providing general care.
- Participated in community outreach activities such as speaking engagements about animal welfare topics.
- Researched current legislation related to animal rights and welfare policy changes.
- Investigated reports of animal abuse and issued citations and warnings.
- Prepared court documents and testified in court proceedings as necessary.
- Interviewed witnesses to investigate reports of animal attacks or cruelty.
Lawn Spray Technician
superior services
Ocala, Florida
04.2016 - 08.2020
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to residential and commercial lawns.
- Conducted thorough assessments of lawn conditions and customer needs.
- Educated clients on lawn care best practices and maintenance schedules.
- Trained new technicians on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Followed company policies on safety protocols while working in the field.
- Ensured that all applicators were properly calibrated before each job.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine when spraying should be done.
Wildlife Technician
TruTech Wildlife Removal
ocala, fl
10.2012 - 03.2016
- Conducted wildlife inspections to identify potential animal entry points.
- Implemented humane trapping methods for various wildlife species.
- Educated clients on prevention techniques for wildlife intrusion.
- Ensured compliance with local wildlife regulations during operations.
- Worked with landowners to develop plans that benefit both human activity and local wildlife populations.
- Identified potential conflicts between humans and wildlife and proposed solutions.
- Conducted research into habitat and conditions of animals in wild.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vanguard High School
Ocala, FL05-2005
Skills
- Animal welfare compliance
- Animal cruelty investigation
- Public education programs
- Shelter management
- Record keeping
- Community outreach
- Conflict resolution
- Investigation techniques
- Animal behavior
- Animal investigations
- Self motivation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Communication skills
- Criminal investigations
- Report preparation
- Stress management
Certification
emergency management institute
Fema incident command system (Ics 100, ICS 200, IS 700-B, IS 800-D
Fema incident command system (Ics 100, ICS 200, IS 700-B, IS 800-D
Timeline
Senior Animal Control Officer
Marion county Bocc
08.2020 - Current
Lawn Spray Technician
superior services
04.2016 - 08.2020
Wildlife Technician
TruTech Wildlife Removal
10.2012 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Vanguard High School