Samantha Schultz
Oceanside
Summary
Conservation biology professional with hands-on experience in wildlife rehabilitation, and a strong foundation in ecological principles, endangered species recovery, and field data collection. Dedicated to contributing meaningfully to species conservation, particularly through direct fieldwork and collaboration with recovery teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Volunteer
San Diego Humane Society
San Diego
06.2024 - Current
- Volunteered with Project Wildlife in Ramona.
- Assisted with cleaning, diet prep, habitat enrichment and grounds assistance for native predators such as bobcats, coyotes, bears and birds of prey.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
Oceanside
01.2019 - Current
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
- Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills through daily public interactions.
- Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
Research Assistant
ASU Holechek Lab
Tempe
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Designed and executed experiments, collected and analyzed data with statistical tools.
- Maintained detailed lab records and prepared research reports.
- Presented findings through scientific presentations and technical reports.
Volunteer
The Nature Collective
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: Organization focused on habitat restoration and environmental conservation.
- Participated in habitat restoration projects, native plantings and invasive species removal.
- Organization focused on habitat restoration and environmental conservation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology & Ecology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-2024
Skills
- Data Collection
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Microsoft Excel
- GIS & Data Analysis – ArcGIS
- GPS Navigation
- Off-Road Vehicle Operation
- Physical Stamina and Backcountry Readiness
- California Endangered Species Conservation
- Technical Writing and Communication Skills
- Time management
- Human and animal safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Assistant
ASU Holechek Lab
06.2024 - 07.2024
Animal Care Volunteer
San Diego Humane Society
06.2024 - Current
Volunteer
The Nature Collective
05.2024 - 05.2024
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology & Ecology
Arizona State University
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