yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000
xxx-xxx-xxxx
abc@xyz.com

 

recent graduate seeking a challenging position with animals, where training in animal care, conservation, pet adoption counseling and customer service will prove instrumental to employer success.

 

career profile

 

highly knowledgeable and enthusiastic animal caretaker with a strong desire to aid in animal health and quality of life. recent bachelor s degree in biological anthropology, eager to assist licensed veterinary technicians and veterinarians as needed, ensuring that facility and equipment are clean and in good working order. qualified to monitor the health of animals in the shelter, providing care and treatment to sick and injured animals, and preparing animals for veterinary care and spay/neuter surgery.

 

summary of qualifications

• sound experience in caring for and handling animals in a safe, effective and humane manner, especially larger and untrained animals.
• experienced in contemporary shelter maintenance techniques and accepted sanitary practices.
• great knowledge of various dog breeds and their characteristics.
• immense knowledge of animal behavior.
• solid interpersonal, communication, customer service and time management skills.
• strong affection for animals, concern for their welfare, and a willingness to accommodate animals in the work place.
• immense ability and initiative, working with minimal supervision and direction.
• remarkable ability to work in the busy, demanding environment of a veterinary clinic.
• dynamic communication, negotiation and relationship management skills

 

education

 

bachelor s of arts in biological anthropology university of california san diego , ca               2008

provost's honors 3 quarters

 

affiliations

 

white sea bass restocking project volunteer san diego oceans foundation

member greenpeace

 

professional experience

 

food server offshore tavern and grill                                                                         2007-present

 

food server buca di beppo                                                                                                    2005-2007

 

food server black angus steakhouse                                                                                2002-2005