AMY SMITH
123 Main Street • Atlanta, Georgia • 30339
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Objective: Seek the Position of Zookeeper
SUMMARY: Exceptionally talented Zookeeper with over six years experience participating in and assisting in the supervision of work involving the care of animals and the maintenance of facilities at the Zoo.
Summary of Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of the habits, characteristics and natural and captive environment of zoo animals.
In-depth knowledge of the construction, maintenance, and appropriate cleaning methods of zoo exhibits and facilities.
Immense ability to supervise the work of subordinates.
Exceptional ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Great ability to write and speak effectively on a variety of subjects relating to animals and zoo management.
Solid ability to deal courteously with zoo visitors and to enforce zoo regulations tactfully.
Uncommon ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Professional Experience
Greenwood Park Zoo, Minneapolis 2002 - Present
Zookeeper II
Formulate diets and determine feeding schedules based on veterinarian recommendations.
Supervise and participate in the cleaning and disinfecting of cages, dens, houses, food trays, and water pans; drain and clean swimming tanks; collect and properly dispose of refuse.
Observe animals for signs of illness and injury; assist veterinarian in health care of animals, including treatment, vaccination, surgery, x-rays and other laboratory tests and procedures.
Perform animal immobilization, crating, shipping, receiving, isolation, and quarantine activities.
Supervise and participate in the maintenance, repair, and groundskeeping of an assigned area.
Check cages and locks to assure that animals are securely and safely held.
Prepare orders for animal feed, equipment, supplies, materials and veterinary medications; keep animal care and maintenance records and inventories for assigned area.
Recommend improvements to animal care and management and exhibition of animals at the zoo.
Conduct talks and lectures for school and other groups; answer questions from the public relating to animals, their habits and habitats.
Perform related work as required.
Greenwood Park Zoo, Minneapolis 2000 - 2002
Zookeeper I
Performed general day-to-day care and feeding of the animals.
Cleaned exhibits and holding areas, observed the Collection for signs of illness, indifference or injury.
Reported as required.
Maintained tools and equipment in good repair and working order.
Assisted with the care and treatment of sick and injured animals.
Answered questions from visitors and helped with group tours.
Assisted in the general tidiness of the Zoo with particular attention to litter that might be harmful to animals.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology University of New York (2000)
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