Duncan Johnston
Hutchinson
Summary
Graduate of the American Public University with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science. With more than one year of experience in the caretaking of a variety of animals in a multitude of settings, I am looking to establish myself as a fulltime in the field of animal husbandry and conservation. With my growing skills and experience I can be relied upon to bring success and qualitative results to your organization
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Zookeeper
Hutchinson Zoo
10.2023 - Current
- Work with a number of animals to perform voluntary actions to better assist in their wellbeing and overall health
- Maintain/Upkeep the cleanliness and functionality of animal areas for animals to roam in a natural environment as comfortable as possible
- Engage the public in the history and general facts of animals under my care, as well as inform them of the overall impact these animals have on the world at large
- Keep an extensive record of all animals under my care regarding their daily actions, ongoing health issues, and overall behavior
Seasonal Encounters Keeper
Indianapolis Zoo
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Prepped & distributed feedings/enrichment to Zoo's Lorikeet & Africa Aviary collection.
- Monitored animal behavior and wellbeing, as well as kept proper documentation of any changes/concerns to an animals health
- Interacted with the public; educating & engaging visitors while ensuring the safety of the animals is upheld
Animal Caretaker Intern
Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Helped survey a wide area of land to ensure it provided adequate needs for wild herds of horses
- Prepped and distributed diets to animals in each area
- Monitored health and well-being of animals and provided proper shelter/temperature control for changing weather
Children's Animal Center Intern
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepped and distributed daily diets and medications to animals under my care
- Assisted in handling/transporting animals during physical and medical examinations
- Maintained and carried out an enrichment calendar to provide a daily type of engagement for the animals
- Engaged visitors with educational presentations, themed attractions, and training demonstrations
Animal Caretaker
The University Of Missouri
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Monitored animals for health concerns and/or abnormal behavior
- Dispensed food, water, and enrichment items to animals
- Cleaned and assembled cages/enclosures
- Maintained records to ensure the status of the animals was up to date
Sales Support
Dillard's
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Sorted and prepped merchandise with care
- Scanned and shipped outgoing/incoming packages
- Performed maintenance and repairs around the store
Education
Certificate - Wildlife Rehabilitation
Animal Behavior Institute
Durham, NC07.2023
Certificate - Zoo & Aquarium Science
Animal Behavior Institute
Durham, NC07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV04.2021
Skills
- Animal Care
- Health Monitoring
- Enclosure Maintenance
- Diet Preparation
- Animal Handling
- Enrichment Planning
- Public Speaking
- Public Relations
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Patience
- Detail Orientation
Timeline
Zookeeper
Hutchinson Zoo
10.2023 - Current
Seasonal Encounters Keeper
Indianapolis Zoo
06.2023 - 09.2023
Animal Caretaker Intern
Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch
12.2022 - 02.2023
Children's Animal Center Intern
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
Animal Caretaker
The University Of Missouri
12.2021 - 07.2022
Sales Support
Dillard's
07.2021 - 02.2022
Certificate - Zoo & Aquarium Science
Animal Behavior Institute
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
American Public University System
Certificate - Wildlife Rehabilitation
Animal Behavior Institute
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