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Jenni Crites

Colorado Springs,Colorado

Summary

Zookeeping student with hands-on experience in zoo animal and domestic livestock husbandry and international field conservation. Experienced in behavioral observation, habitat maintenance, enrichment implementation, and working safely with large mammals and ungulates. I am passionate about conservation education, sustainable population management, and supporting high-standard animal care programs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Internship

Pueblo Zoo – Blue Section – Hoof Run and Farm
01.2026 - Current
  • Training and experience implementing successful and consistent shift behaviors of large ungulates
  • Maintains ZIMS logs and records detailed medical and important observation notes
  • Experience with the preparation and implementation of safety protocols for animal knockdown
  • Experience with small mammal (red kangaroo) catch-up for routine veterinary checkups
  • Provided important data regarding aggressive behavior within bison/elk habitat.
  • Worked with the team to identify opportunities to mitigate these behaviors.

Internship

Katie Adamson Conservation Fund
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Assisted conservation professionals with wildlife monitoring and field research activities
  • Participated in lion darting and collaring operations during large carnivore management efforts
  • Maintained situational awareness and safety protocols while working in a free-ranging wildlife environment
  • Observed animal behavior and habitat interactions within a protected ecosystem

Internship

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Giraffe Barn
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Basic target and blood draw training experience
  • Responsible for the identification and separation of individual giraffes from the herd for shifting or training purposes when tasked by keepers.
  • Responsibility over Junior Zookeepers and volunteers assigned to the barn.

Assistant Barn Manager

Terolyn Horse Rescue
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted in daily operations, ensuring care and welfare of horses aligned with rescue protocols.
  • Implemented safety procedures, promoting a secure environment for staff and animals
  • Collaborated with volunteers to enhance efficiency in barn tasks and animal care procedures.
  • Monitored overall health and well-being of 30 horses, paying attention to signs of concern.
  • Assisted with training for incoming rescues to establish trusting relationships between humans and equines.

Education

AAS - Zookeeping Technology

Pikes Peak State College
Colorado Springs, CO
03-2026

Skills

  • Large Mammal & Ungulate Husbandry
  • Behavioral Observation
  • Welfare Monitoring
  • Wildlife Research & Monitoring
  • Habitat Maintenance
  • Situational Awareness in Large Animal Environments
  • Team Communication in High-Intensity Situations
  • Adaptability in Dynamic Work Environments
  • Conservation Education & Public Engagement
  • Receiving and Implementing Constructive Feedback
  • Comfortable Outdoors Extreme Weather Conditions
  • Operation of Manual Transmission Vehicles, Large Trucks, Tractors, Backhoe, Lawn Care Equipment, Hand/Power Tools

Timeline

Internship

Pueblo Zoo – Blue Section – Hoof Run and Farm
01.2026 - Current

Internship

Katie Adamson Conservation Fund
06.2025 - 07.2025

Internship

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Giraffe Barn
01.2025 - 05.2025

Assistant Barn Manager

Terolyn Horse Rescue
06.2021 - 07.2022

AAS - Zookeeping Technology

Pikes Peak State College
Jenni Crites