Samantha Runckel
Auburn,AL
Summary
Experienced animal care specialist with a proven track record at Furkids in medication administration and team collaboration. Skilled in maintaining high sanitation standards and fostering safe environments. Committed to enhancing well-being of animals, coworkers, and clients through dedicated care and effective collaboration with staff and volunteers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Webb Bridge Animal Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Shadow the working veterinarian
- Assist with animals at the clinic
- Watch surgeries and procedures
- Help clean up after animals
- Educated on basic procedures and operations in a clinic
Kennel Technician
Furkids
Alpharetta, GA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Cared for and supervised dogs daily, ensuring their health and safety
- Maintained clean and sanitary kennels and exercise areas, fed and watered animals, and administered medications as directed.
- Monitored behavior and reported any concerns, assisted with handling and socializing dogs, and worked with staff and volunteers to create a safe, calm environment.
- Nonprofit charitable organization that operates the largest cage-free, no-kill shelter in the Southeast.
Checkout Assistant
Perimeter Church Bookstore
10.2023 - 07.2025
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries at the bookstore.
- Operated the cash register to process customer transactions efficiently.
- Collaborated with and supported a team of volunteers.
Pet Sitter
Self Employed
05.2021 - 07.2025
- Provided personalized care for various pets in clients' homes.
- Developed and implemented daily feeding and exercise routines for pets.
- Closely monitored pets for any signs of illness or distress, and promptly notified the pet owners, as well as followed any instructions the pet owners left if problems arose.
- Maintained open and transparent communication with the pet owners, providing regular updates on their pets' well-being and activities.
Head Guard
AMS Pools
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Keeping the facility and pool clean
- Operating machinery to clean pool and system
- Providing leadership for other employees during shifts and training
- Ensure patron safety
Lifeguard
AMS Pools
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Promoted to Head Guard in the second summer with the company.
- AMS is a full service pool maintenance and management company. They can open and close commercial and residential pools, provide lifeguards, supplies, consultation, and take care of all your pool maintenance needs.
Equine Experience
Willow South Riding School
Johns Creek, Georgia
09.2021 - 08.2025
- Rode in group lessons regularly.
- Assisted with daily barn operations, such as feeding, grooming, tacking, and stall maintenance.
- Handled horses safely when leading or providing general care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Johns Creek High School
Johns Creek, GA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama, ALSkills
- Medication administration for animals
- Animal care and handling
- Sanitation and cleaning
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
Awards And Scholarships
- Honor Roll, Johns Creek High School
- Georgia Certificate of Merit, University of Georgia
Timeline
Kennel Technician
Furkids
05.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer
Webb Bridge Animal Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Checkout Assistant
Perimeter Church Bookstore
10.2023 - 07.2025
Head Guard
AMS Pools
03.2023 - 09.2024
Lifeguard
AMS Pools
05.2022 - 09.2023
Equine Experience
Willow South Riding School
09.2021 - 08.2025
Pet Sitter
Self Employed
05.2021 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Johns Creek High School
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Auburn University