Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Robert Hazelwood

MELBOURNE,FL

Summary

Dynamic Zoo Experience Advisor and Volunteer with a proven track record at The Brevard Zoo, excelling in guest relations and wildlife education. Skilled in cash handling and emergency response (CPR and Trauma Certified) and promoting environmental awareness.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Agent: First Impressions (Experience)

The Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, FL
07.2021 - Current

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  • Provide superior service to customers by quickly and courteously responding to requests, inquiries, suggestions and concerns.
  • Serve customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Perform effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Contribute to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Work register to accept payments for experiences and handling receipts, change, etc.

Zoo Volunteer

The Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, FL
05.2011 - Current
  • Provide exceptional customer service, answering visitor inquiries and offering assistance when needed.
  • Enhance visitor experience by providing educational information on animal species and habitats.
  • Facilitate interactive workshops for children to promote an interest in wildlife conservation efforts.
  • Participate in ongoing training programs to expand knowledge base on various species within the zoo.
  • Ensure adherence to established protocols while handling animals during encounters or presentations.
  • Aide in the preparation of diets according to specific nutritional needs of different animals.

Adventure Services Guide

The Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, FL
04.2020 - 07.2021
  • Maintained safety standards during zoo experience, resulting in minimal accidents or incidents.
  • Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Improved overall guest satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing appropriate solutions as needed.
  • Managed unexpected challenges with flexibility and creative problem-solving, maintaining seamless experiences for guests.
  • Worked register to accept payments for experiences and correctly counted cash change if needed.

Education Play Guide

The Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, FL
05.2011 - 04.2020
  • Informed visitors of safety risks associated with attractions, confirming customer security.
  • Conducted on and off site education programs as needed.
  • Contributed to the development of education programs.
  • Conducted animal handling of various reptiles, mammals, amphibians, and invertebrates.
  • Developed an extensive knowledge of these animals, enabling the provision of interesting and accurate information.
  • Utilized strong communication skills to effectively convey topics of interest.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL
12-2015

Skills

  • Wildlife identification
  • Environmental awareness
  • Guest relations
  • Cash handling
  • Emergency response
  • Safety procedures
  • Answering client questions
  • Special needs clients
  • Food and beverage sales
  • Cleaning

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of the BEAR Award (Brevard. Employee. Awesomeness. Recognition.)
  • Nominated twice, recipient once

Certification

  • CPR and Trauma Certified

Timeline

Sales Agent: First Impressions (Experience)

The Brevard Zoo
07.2021 - Current

Adventure Services Guide

The Brevard Zoo
04.2020 - 07.2021

Zoo Volunteer

The Brevard Zoo
05.2011 - Current

Education Play Guide

The Brevard Zoo
05.2011 - 04.2020

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Eastern Florida State College
Robert Hazelwood