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Asheboro, Nc, Us

Brownsville, Tx, Us

Brownsville, Texas, United States

*Oversee the three areas that make up the Carnivore & Gorillas line, which include Western Lowland Gorillas, African Ground Hornbills, Andean bear, American black bear, N.A. River otters, Ocelot, African Cape hunting dogs, Bengal tigers, & African lion. *Hire and train new team members while mentoring, developing and training current team members to create a dynamic and unified group of keepers focused on ever-improving animal welfare & husbandry standards. *Observe individual animal wellbeing and report any concerns to Senior Staff & Veterinary staff *Assist in the medication, vaccination, sedation and transport of animals as needed *Uphold and improve training methods in cooperation with Curator, Behavioral Husbandry to ensure that best practices are being utilized. *Ensure that all USDA & AZA standards are being met * Assist with husbandry routine as needed (working supervisor positon)

Part of a 4 keeper team responsible for the husbandry care of the animals in the Asian Trek department, including Malayan tigers, White-handed gibbons and Silvered-leaf langurs.

Tennessee

Providing daily nutrition and husbandry care for over 300 animals, including mammal, avian, amphibian and reptile. Additionally, presenting 45 minute educational and entertaining shows for audiences of all ages. Utilizing operational conditioning training skills for animals when needed.

Boone, Nc

Veterinary Assistant: Assist doctors and other lab staff by providing surgery prep, radiographs of both domestic & exotic species, sample collection (blood, urine, feces) and sample analysis. Work in exam rooms with clients recording medical history and addressing chief complaints. Kennel Supervisor &Technician: In charge of the care, feeding, cleaning and exercising of all animals in boarding kennels. Act as liaison between management and kennel staff. Assist Hospital Manager with kennel staff schedule. Additional duties include: behavioral consultations with clients with dog and cat behavioral issues, puppy socialization workshops, and working as a vet tech when requested (assisting with restraint, blood draws, administering medications, etc.)

Granada Hills, Ca

Conduct weekly hour long dog training classes to the public, utilizing positive reinforcement

Burbank, Ca

Supportive care (medications, fluids, etc) as well as general cleaning, care and feeding of sanctuary cats (many of which are special needs.) Additional focus on neonatal and geriatric care.

Bonsall, Ca

Educator: On-site tours and Educational Outreach shows, handling & presenting multiple species in 45 minute all-ages shows for schools, libraries and private events during the busy season.Keeper: On compound care for over 100 animals of various species (mammal, bird & herp), including daily cleaning, diet preparation, and handling/training upkeep, as well as supervising daily volunteers and interns.

Long Beach, Ca

Hands-on training with facility’s marine mammals, as well as daily food preparation and cleaning.

Valdosta, Georgia

Seasonal position- animal care and training of Creature Feature Show/Immersive Animals.

Waikoloa, Hi

Learning and performing daily operational duties of a dolphin interactive facility. Practicing daily dolphin health assessments, as well as in-water training work to facilitate guest interactions with dolphins. Leading youth education highlighting marine bio facts as well as providing ocean conservation tips. Cross training with guest services and production video teams.

Malibu, Ca

Administered medical treatments, prepared diets, fed, cleaned and cared for animals in Intensive Care Unit and Baby Care Unit. Assisted with intake procedures of new patients as well as daily hospital operations.

North Hollywood, Ca

Executive Assistant: Supported and assisted HR executive and staff as needed, including arranging travel, ordering/purchasing of supplies, as well as organizing and arranging team building events and outings.Special Events Coordinator: Planned and organized company special events (1000+ participants), including arranging space rental, decorations, ordering catering, and planning activities.

Performed as a Back-lot Studio Tour guide, presenting the hour long tour, regularly throughout the day, to trams full of park guests. Answered questions and otherwise interacted with hundreds of guests in polite, professional manner.

Aa, Exotic Animal Training & Management, Wildlife Education, Animal Training

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Fraternity

Ba, Theatre

Activities and Societies: Sigma Sigma Sigma