Megan McDonald
Woodson Hill Equestrian Center
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Driven individual with expertise in animal welfare and team leadership. Recognized for critical thinking and continuous learning, with a strong ability to adapt to any environment. Passionate and personable across many dynamics.
Work History
Animal Caretaker
4 Months- Managed daily animal care routines, promoting the health and well-being of all animals.
- Maintained accurate records of animal health and behavioral observations.
- Established partnerships with local businesses to secure donations and sponsorships for fundraising events and initiatives.
Barn Hand
5 Years- Executed fence repair, managed pastures, and maintained equipment for overall farm management.
- Operated and maintained farm equipment for daily tasks and livestock care.
- Trained new staff on best practices for animal handling and facility operations.
Shelter Manager
2 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented training programs for staff on animal care protocols and best practices.
- Coordinated fundraising events to enhance community engagement and support for animal rescue initiatives.
- Coordinated successful adoption events, resulting in increased placement rates for shelter animals.
- Developed a strong culture of safety within the organization by implementing and enforcing health, safety, and emergency protocols that protected both staff and animals.
Customer Service Manager
11 Months- Developed training programs for staff to increase product knowledge and customer engagement.
- Managed a team of customer service representatives, fostering a positive work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration.
- Managed complex customer issues effectively, navigating multiple internal resources to identify and implement the best possible solutions.
- Championed a positive work environment built on open communication, teamwork, mutual respect, and personal accountability.
- Organized and balanced multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
- Contributed ideas for process improvements, enhancing overall efficiency within the department while maintaining high-quality service standards.
Nuclear Biological Chemical Specialist
3 Years 4 Months- Developed and implemented response strategies to chemical incidents, enhancing team effectiveness during drills and real scenarios.
- Performed regular audits on facility compliance with federal regulations related to hazardous waste management, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
Package Handler
1 Year 5 Months- Conducted training sessions for new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Operated conveyor systems to ensure efficient package sorting and handling.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Enhanced operational resilience by cross-training in multiple roles, providing flexibility in workforce allocation.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
- Elected Captain of Soccer & Softball team (2017-2019)
- Dean's List (Fall & Spring 2018)
- Dual Athlete Scholarship Recipient (2017)
Skills
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Continuous learning
Leadership
Personable
Charismatic
Accomplishments
Soldier Leader of Cycle - Fort Jackson 2020
Certification
First Aid - Red Cross 2020
Timeline
Animal Caretaker
Chain of Hope
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Shelter Manager
Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary
07.2023 - 04.2026Read More
Customer Service Manager
Hy-Vee
08.2022 - 07.2023Read More
Barn Hand
Woodson Hill Equestrian Center
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
Nuclear Biological Chemical Specialist
Army National Gaurd
07.2019 - 11.2022Read More
Package Handler
FedEx
05.2017 - 10.2018Read More
Metropolitan Community College
Associate of Science from General Studies
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