Josh Hill
Animal Care Assistant: Shelter & Rescue Support
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About
Purpose-driven professional transitioning into animal welfare after building a strong background in service, management, and people-focused roles. Animals have always been a deeply personal passion, and I am seeking the opportunity to turn that commitment into meaningful hands-on work with shelters, rescues, and animal care teams. I bring a strong work ethic, emotional awareness, and a sincere desire to contribute wherever needed.
My long-term goal is to help protect vulnerable animals, reduce preventable pet displacement, and keep more pets connected to safe, loving homes.
Experience
Animal Shelter Volunteer - Department of Animal Services - Riverside, CA
- Supported the care, comfort, and well-being of shelter animals in an animal services environment.
- Assisted with cleaning, feeding support, animal socialization, and maintaining safe animal care areas.
- Interacted with animals calmly and patiently to help reduce stress and support positive handling experiences.
- Followed staff direction, shelter procedures, and safety expectations while working around animals and the public.
Wildlife Care Volunteer - Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center - Huntington Beach, CA
- Supported animal welfare efforts in a wildlife care environment focused on safety, cleanliness, and compassionate care.
- Assisted with maintaining clean and organized care areas to support animal health and recovery.
- Followed directions carefully while working around vulnerable animals and care staff.
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(2023-04 - 2025-09)
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(2021-04 - 2023-04)
Sales Merchandiser - Frito-Lay - Menifee, CA
(2020-07 - 2022-02)
Field Merchandiser - Rite Aid - Riverside, CA
(2018-07 - 2019-03)
Merchandising Contractor - Survey.com - Corona, CA
(2017-11 - 2018-07)
Field Service Representative - MinuteKey - Corona, CA
(2012-05 - 2017-11)
Supervisor - Hollywood Sports Park - Bellflower, CA
(2011-10 - 2012-03)
PT Package Center Supervisor - UPS - Cerritos, CA
(2008-03 - 2011-09)
Area Manager - PowerHouse Vending - Maple Grove, MN
(2006-01 - 2008-01)
Manager / Game Technician - PowerStation Games - Long Beach, CA
(2001-06 - 2006-01)
Education
High School Diploma - ABC Adult School (2005-01 - 2005-06)
