Skylar Johnson
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Dedicated and reliable animal care professional with over 7 years of experience in animal handling and 2 years in kennel management. Proven ability to ensure the well-being of animals while maintaining a safe and organized environment. Strong skills in team collaboration, customer service, and operational efficiency. Committed to applying expertise to enhance the quality of care provided to animals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Urban Air Adventure Park
Lenexa, KS
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
Kennel Manager
Petland
Wichita, KS
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated with veterinarians for animal health care needs such as vaccinations, spay and neuter surgeries, and other treatments.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Performed basic grooming tasks such as brushing fur coats or trimming nails when needed.
- Developed strategies to improve operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of animal care.
Kennel Lead
Petland
Wichita, KS
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Recorded animal information accurately in log books and computer databases.
- Treated superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Maintained clean and orderly kennels and cages.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Pack Leader/Groom Tech/Suite Lead
Woof's Play & Stay
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Implemented enrichment activities to stimulate mental engagement.
- Monitored dog interactions to ensure safety of both animals and humans.
- Responded to emergency situations according to protocol to ensure animal welfare.
- Administered medications according to veterinarian's instructions when required.
- Ensured that all dogs were properly vaccinated before being admitted into the daycare center.
- Performed basic grooming tasks such as nail trimming, ear cleaning and teeth brushing on certain breeds of dogs.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and play yards.
Education
High school diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest High School
01.2016
Associate's degree - Science
Johnson County Community College
Skills
- Animal Care
- Reliable Animal Supervision
- Experience in Assistant Management
- Accurate Data Entry
- Effective Time Management
- Dog Handling
- Kennel Management Knowledge
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Employee scheduling
- Orientation and training
Certification
Driver's License
Additional Information
Studied veterinary medicine at the Center for Advanced Professional Studies during high school., Volunteered at Wayside Waifs.
References
- Dr. Dina Steineker, DVM, (316) 267-4738, 5 years
- Vivi Reyes, Petland Manager, (316) 993-8810, 5 years
- Trinity Johnston, Woofs Play & Stay Manager, (316) 799-9505, 3 years
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Urban Air Adventure Park
10.2023 - Current
Kennel Manager
Petland
06.2022 - 08.2023
Kennel Lead
Petland
06.2021 - 06.2022
Pack Leader/Groom Tech/Suite Lead
Woof's Play & Stay
10.2020 - 06.2022
Driver's License
High school diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest High School
Associate's degree - Science
Johnson County Community College
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