1. Kenneth J. Riley
1574 Wailele St. Honolulu, HI 96819
Cell: 617-803-1564
Kenriley88@gmail.com
EDUCATION:
Northeastern University Boston, MA Jan. 2007-June 2011
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Relevant Courses: Biology 1&2, Chemistry 2, Organic Chemistry 1&2, Calculus for Bio 1&2, Ecology, Physics 1&2, Genetics and Molecular Biology,
Vertebrate Zoology, Biology of Fishes, Regulatory Cell Biology, Plant Biology, SCUBA class, Marine Mammals, Animal Behavior, Current Topics in
Biology, Advanced Writing in the Sciences, Astronomy and Biology Capstone
Suffolk University Boston, MA Sept. 2006- Dec 2006
Relevant Courses: Chemistry 1, Calculus for Management and Social Science
SKILLS:
Laboratory skills: Use of microscope and centrifuge, dissection, safety practices, instrumental practices, oxidizing, and identification. Electrode certified,
can take saliva and urine samples, troubleshooting computer malfunctions, recording and organizing needed documentations
Computer skills: Microsoft Words, Microsoft Excel
License: S.C.U.B.A. certified
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Honolulu Zoo Honolulu, HI March 8, 2016-current
Mammal Zookeeper - Elephants and Orangutans (Lost AZA accreditation due to funding in March 2016)
● Cared for 0.2 Asian Elephants and 1.1 Hybrid Orangutans
● Built new and engaging enrichment for the animals
● Wrote up shaping plans for behaviors and conducted daily conditioning sessions
● Participated in daily animal encounters and public talks
● Maintained exhibit yard, public areas, and proper browse
El Paso Zoo El Paso, Texas 915-521-1850 May 1, 2013 - Jan. 2016
Asia Zookeeper Area 3 (5/13-12/13) / America Senior Zookeeper Area 2 (12/13-1/16) (AZA accredited facility)
● Cared for large variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, amphibians, and insects found in the Americas/Asia
● Wrote up monthly reports on area events: animals/staff/safety concerns
● Administered drugs, identified health issues, and trained in proper animal restraint
● Conditioned multiple animals including primates, raptors, bears, shrews, squirrels, and large cats
● Designed new conditioning techniques and built new enrichment for the animals
● In charge of America’s enrichment schedules, daily duties, and led conditioning meetings
● Supervised 7 keepers in America to ensure proper animal care and safety conditions
● Helped create events for the zoo through media outlets
● Assisted with the design of new animal facilities for updated animal exhibits and holdings
● Educated the public on conservation efforts along with contacting outside conservations projects
● Assisted in pest/rodent control
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Eureka Springs, AR 479-253-5841 Feb. 1 2012 –Sept. 1 2012
Exotic Cat Intern (AZA accredited facility)
● Responsible for the daily care of over 120 exotic cats, monkeys, bears, coyotes, and hoof stock
● Conducted enrichment programs for cats while practicing safety techniques
● Helped run the gift shop while taking lodging requests and donations to the sanctuary
● Led 45 minute educational guided public tours through facility
● Assisted with design and construction of ½ acre enclosures
● Maintained animal housing by performing routine landscaping
● Helped kept records of eating habits and medicine dosage to help identify any abnormal activity
HAVO Turtle Recovery Project Big Island, Hawaii 808-985-6090 July. 2010- Dec. 2010
Hawksbill Turtle Researcher
● Observed and monitored endangered breeding Hawksbill sea turtles on remote beaches
● Predator control on several beaches surrounding turtle activity
● Assisted hatchlings to the ocean, while fending off predators, to increase turtle survival rate
● Cleaned local beaches and educated public on endangered wildlife
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3. New England Aquarium Boston, MA 617-973-5200 Jan. 2009 – June 2010
Assistant Aquarist in Penguin Department (AZA accredited facility)
● Observed and Cared for 80+ birds
● Diagnosed penguin illness by scrutinizing behavioral characteristics
● Gave daily 25 minute oral presentation to audiences informing them about penguins
● Trained and supervised daily volunteers with tasks in and out of exhibit
● Helped coordinate behind the scenes health and breeding programs
Brigham and Women’s Hospital Boston, MA 617-998-8821 Jan. 2008 – Oct. 2008
Research Assistant
● Assisted in the study of sleep restriction and light effects on reaction time and sleep
● Took saliva and urine samples, recorded vital signs
● Recorded and maintained organized records of needed information in order to analyze data
● Proficient with the placement of EEG and EKG electrodes; applied brain electrodes
Shaw’s Grocery Market Medford, MA 781-393-4585 Jan. 2002 – Jan. 2011
Grocery Department
Stocked shelves, assisted shoppers, built displays, trained new staff, and maintained safe and healthy conditions
