Animal Management, Entry Level, Shelter Ops

I am applying for the Animal Care and Intake Specialist role at Riverbend Animal Haven. Your adoption-first philosophy and transparent medical triage match what I want next in shelter work: intake standards and handoffs that field staff and veterinarians can trust.

I bring volunteer shifts, foster coordination, and humane handling coursework, and I am ready for structured responsibility on your floor team.

As a lead volunteer I coordinated intake paperwork for 120+ animals across six months, catching duplicate microchip entries that prevented three mistaken reunifications. I also supported a weekend adoption event that placed 18 animals after coaching families on enrichment basics.

I completed Fear Free Sheltering modules and can assist with behavioral notes, enrichment rotations, and calm handoffs to veterinary staff.

I stay calm with stressed animals and stressed people alike, document behavior consistently, and treat every kennel as part of the public's trust in your mission.

Safety, sanitation, and kindness are non-negotiables for me.

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My resume lists relevant coursework and volunteer hours. Please contact me at 503-555-0177 or casey.nguyen@email.com. Thank you for your time; I would welcome a conversation about supporting Riverbend's daily operations.