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Lakeside, Ca, Us

San Diego, California, United States

-Works collaboratively with a diverse group of professionals to devise and implement mitigation strategies aimed at minimizing human-wildlife conflict scenarios. -Effectively addresses public and wildlife conflicts spanning county, regional, and statewide boundaries. -Aides in the collection and analysis of data for sensitive wildlife species and habitats, supporting various statewide conservation research projects. -Responsible for tracking, monitoring, and promptly responding to wildlife movements through the use of GPS, and camera traps. -Accustomed to working in challenging and remote environments, navigating rough terrain by hiking and using 4-wheel drive. -Regularly prepares and distributes reports and data to relevant parties.

La Jolla, California, United States

-Perform routine animal husbandry duties-Comply with immunocompromised animal husbandry standards-Observe, record, and report status of animal health, behavior, and appearance in online medical records-Maintain inventory of animal care supplies and PPE-Provide support in basic veterinary medical treatment as prescribed by the veterinary staff-Support research by providing basic technical services to research investigators

Santa Barbara, California, United States

-Data extraction and organization of data from collections of scientific journals.-Executed qualitative and quantitative analysis on wide range of data.-Worked in collaborative setting to better understand lifecycle of data of ungulate diets.

Goleta, California, United States

-Mammal Care Technician at Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network assisting in the daily wildlife care and rehabilitation needs of all animal patients. -Performed medical evaluations and record keeping of animal patient records.-Administered subcutaneous injections, oral medications, and bandaging of injuries.-Communication with veterinary staff in animal patient progress / prognosis.-Supervised volunteers and animal care interns in following husbandry protocols and tasks. -Assisted in managing the transport and release of wildlife while maintaining relations with the public.

Goleta, California, United States

-Assisted in the proper and humane husbandry and handling of all Wildlife Center animals in enclosures that are as nearly natural habitats as possible in terms of size, set up, shelter, temperatures, diet, and other requirements.-Performed food preparation adhering to feeding schedules for all Wildlife Center animals ensuring adequate nutritional balance, presentation, and weight maintenance.-Ensured that the Wildlife Center is kept spotlessly clean and sanitary, as appropriate for an animal hospital. This includes, but is not limited to, sterilization of equipment, upkeep of the kitchen, laundry, bathroom, and removal of trash.-Took notes on animal care issues as directed by Animal Care staff and entry of information into WRMD.-Maintained a pleasant, courteous, and tactful position with the public at all times, no matter how difficult the situation.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

-Greeted guests and responded to inquires, comments, and criticisms in accordance with guest relation's procedures.-Performed opening and closing duties of Zoo membership operations.-Maintained proper sanitation of facilities and work areas.-Promoted the importance of conservation science through public interactions and community relations,-Acted as a liaison between zoo guests and wildlife through Giraffe Deck encounters, offering educational facts about animal species within the zoo.

Poway, California, United States

-Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.-Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.-Fed and cared for up to 50 pets per shift during owners' absences.-Adhered to all pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions while providing care.

Lakeside, California, United States

-Worked independently with a great variety of exotic animal ambassadors.-Followed animal training protocols to ensure proper exercise and animal enrichment within habitat enclosures.-Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.-Remove animal waste from enclosures, runs and exercise areas, scrubbed and sanitized all environments.-Worked alongside other individuals to comply with all regulations and provide exceptional care for animals in the institute.

San Diego, California, United States

-Shadowed a variety of individuals in all aspects of zoo research, medicine, and caretaking.-Wrote for ZooNooz alongside other interns.-Took photos of intern sessions and edited them according to blog needs.-Collaborated with team leadership and other key stakeholders on key editing and production decisions.

Master'S Degree, Biology

Student in the Advanced Inquiry Program that integrates online coursework at Miami University with in-person educational trainings.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Zoology

Activities and Societies: Wildlife Society