Natalie Hollar
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Student working towards achieving a Bachelors of Science in FWCS online at Oregon State University and looking for hands on experience in marine science.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aquarist Assistant, Guest Services Lead
Marineland Dolphin Adventure
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed food prep and feeding, behavioral analysis, and husbandry for cartilaginous fishes, crustaceans, cephalopods, testudines, and bony fishes
- Provided educational and interactive lectures to guests about ocean conservation, marine pollution, and information about our two sea turtles during Turtle Talk
- Conducted water quality assessments using a variety of scientific instruments including refractometer, DO meter, and drop and strip testing
- Assisted aquarist's and team vet on special projects including necropsies, wound care on loggerhead sea turtle, and dolphin health assessment
- Assisted Georgia Aquarium's and Marineland aquarist teams on sand-tiger shark wellness exams for the reproductive research program
- Entered scientific data collected daily to microsoft office program
- Enforced rules and regulations required of guests while seeing the park and attending wildlife experiences
- Checked condition of recreation areas for safety, fire, sanitation, and maintenance purposes
- Collected and reported routine visitor and resource use information to maintenance team
- Assisted maintenance team with painting, repairs, and other manual labor
- Assisted with exhibit preparation, exhibit changes, improvements and modifications.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Volunteer
Gtm Research Reserve
01.2024 - 07.2024
- assisted rangers in invasive plant removal and native species planting
- lead family seining education program
- provided lecture on estuarine importance and marine species found in the area
- safely handled wildlife for education purposes during lectures
Private Nanny
Tutwiler Family
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
Volunteer
Marineland Right Whale Project
01.2024 - 04.2024
- assisted team of scientists with data collection
- surveyed and recorded ocean conditions and wildlife sightings during right whale migration season on the upper east coast of Florida for the NOAA program
- notified FWC when potential whales were spotted
Private Nanny
Johnson Family
08.2024 - Current
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries, Wildlife, And Conservation Science
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR01-2027
High School Diploma -
Walton High School
Marietta, GA01.2019
Skills
- Experienced with Microsoft Office/Excel
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Open Water Scuba Diver
- FWC Sea Turtle Stranding certified
- Human and animal safety
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention to detail
- Creativity and Innovative thinking
- Hardworking
- Public Speaking
- Adaptable
- Team Player
Related Professional Experience
Aquarist, Guest Services Supervisor, Marineland Dolphin Adventure, St Augustine, FL, Enforced rules and regulations required of guests while seeing the park and attending wildlife experiences, Checked condition of recreation areas for safety, fire, sanitation, and maintenance purposes, Collected and reported routine visitor and resource use information to maintenance team, Assisted maintenance team with painting, repairs, and other manual labor, Operated maintenance on audiovisual devices, Educated myself and staff on fire prevention techniques and suppression methods, Provided educational and interactive lectures to guests about ocean conservation, marine pollution, and our marine life, Performed investigative work pertaining to our species of marine life, their habitat characteristics, the laws and regulations pertaining to handling and care of each different species, Water quality assessments using a variety of scientific instruments including refractometer, DO meter, and drop and strip testing a variety of parameters, Dietary assessments, behavioral analysis, and husbandry of cartilaginous fishes, crustaceans, cephalopods, testudines, and a variety of bony fishes, Monday-Sunday (schedule varied), 5-7 days per week, 45-60 hrs per week
Certification
CPR and First Aid
Open Water Scuba Diving License
Sea Turtle Stranding with FWC
Boating License
Timeline
Private Nanny
Johnson Family
08.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Gtm Research Reserve
01.2024 - 07.2024
Volunteer
Marineland Right Whale Project
01.2024 - 04.2024
Private Nanny
Tutwiler Family
01.2023 - 07.2024
Aquarist Assistant, Guest Services Lead
Marineland Dolphin Adventure
06.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries, Wildlife, And Conservation Science
Oregon State University
High School Diploma -
Walton High School
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