Taylor Gordon
Eureka Springs
Summary
Experienced Animal Care Manager with 10 years in zoological management and welfare. Expertise in animal care operations, health evaluations, enrichment program development, and compliance with welfare standards. Leads teams, coordinates husbandry practices, and maintains high animal health standards. Pursuing advanced education in Animal Science to enhance evidence-based management and guest engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Care Manager
Branson's Promised Land Zoo
Branson
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily animal care operations and welfare at a dedicated wildlife facility.
- Managed enrichment programs to promote animal mental and physical well-being.
- Oversaw habitat maintenance to ensure clean and safe environments for animals.
- Ensured proper nutrition, health, housing and husbandry practices were followed.
Zookeeper
Promised Land Safari Park
Eagle Rock
06.2017 - 02.2024
- Monitored animal health and behavior to identify any concerns or changes.
- Organized enrichment activities to promote natural behaviors in animals.
- Maintained animal habitats and ensured cleanliness at Promised Land Safari Park.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK07-2026
Skills
- Animal welfare
- Health monitoring
- Behavior analysis
- Habitat management
- Problem resolution
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
Certification
- Beekeeping Certification
- Direct to Consumer Meat Certification
- Big Cat Certification
Timeline
Animal Care Manager
Branson's Promised Land Zoo
06.2023 - Current
Zookeeper
Promised Land Safari Park
06.2017 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Oklahoma State University