Mathew Kozlowski
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to learn more about what it takes to be an animal caretaker and apply the knowledge learned in previous experiences to the next. Dream is to have a positive impact on animals locally and in the wild.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Zookeeper Intern - Americas/Zoo Farm
Virginia Zoo
Norfolk, Virginia
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Cleaned animal habitats and bedding daily
- Regularly check habitats for any damages
- Ensured animal habitats doors/gates were secured to protect animals, guests, and zookeepers
- Regularly monitored and observed animals to check for illness, stress, and/or injuries
- Prepared animal diets
- Gave animals medicine and minerals required
- Fed animals the required amount of food at the required time
- Created and provided enrichment
- Recorded enrichment used
- Communicated with other zookeepers for important updates and plans
- Kept track of supplies that were getting low
- Observed other zookeepers train animals
- Worked on kennel training prairie dog
- Engaged with guests and educated them about the animals
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment
Virginia Zoo Volunteer
Virginia Zoo
Norfolk, VA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Engaged and educated guests about animals and what can be done to help with conservation
- Performed over 74 hours of basic animal husbandry assisting Animal Care Team with enrichment and cleaning habitats
- Assisted in zoo operations, such as; patrolling zoo grounds for any foul behavior from guests and observing animal behaviors
- Performed over 450 hours of volunteer service with over 300 hours being in 2021
- Interacted with over 3,000 guests
- Animal photography, Virginia Zoo occasionally repost
Grocery Bagger
Harris Teeter
Chesapeake, VA
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Delivered assistance and service by carrying packages and bags and securing customer purchases in vehicles
- Collected carts from parking lot and designated return locations
- Removed trash, swept and mopped floors for professional appearance
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12.2021
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Bryant And Stratton College - Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA07.2018
Skills
- Knowledge of animal behavior
- Efficient in both individual and team environments
- Creative
- Responsible
- Excellent listening skills
- Strong communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Zookeeper Intern - Americas/Zoo Farm
Virginia Zoo
01.2022 - 05.2022
Virginia Zoo Volunteer
Virginia Zoo
01.2020 - 01.2022
Grocery Bagger
Harris Teeter
09.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Bryant And Stratton College - Virginia Beach