Robert Gaspar
Sutton
Summary
Dedicated animal welfare advocate with 8 years of experience working with municipal shelters, rescue organizations, and Animal Control personnel. Skilled in animal handling, behavior assessment, public relations, conflict resolution, and shelter operations. Seeking to bring my experience, leadership, and commitment to animal welfare to the Town of Shrewsbury Animal Control Department.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Rescue Lounge Nonprofit
08.2022 - Current
- Lead a nonprofit organization focused on animal rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption. Website: RescueLounge.org
- Managed fundraising efforts and public outreach, increasing community support and engagement for animal rescue initiatives.
- Coordinated media relations and community engagement initiatives, raising awareness and promoting adoption efforts.
- Handled and evaluated dogs in municipal and private animal shelters, enhancing adoptability through socialization.
- Work closely with trainers to implement behavior modification techniques for shelter dogs.
- Transport animals to foster homes, veterinary appointments, and rescue partners.
- Collaborate with Animal Control Officers, shelter staff, veterinarians, and rescue organizations.
Engineering Technician / Inspector
Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT)
08.2019 - Current
- Inspect contractor and state crew work to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety requirements.
- Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate documentation for state and federal review.
- Coordinate regularly with contractors, engineers, law enforcement agencies, and government officials.
- Identify deficiencies, enforce standards, and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct material testing and document results for quality assurance purposes.
- Manage traffic control operations and implement transportation management plans.
- Respond to changing field conditions and make informed decisions under pressure.
- State agency responsible for transportation infrastructure and safety.
Union Ironworker Foreman
Regis Steel Erectors
08.1999 - 07.2019
- Supervised crews on private, commercial, and federal construction projects, ensuring adherence to project specifications and timelines.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient project completion.
- Coordinated daily operations to meet project deadlines and optimize workflow among team members and subcontractors.
- Interpreted blueprints and collaborated with project managers, inspectors, and subcontractors.
- Led teams with effective communication and problem-solving strategies to navigate challenges in fast-paced environments.
- Operated steel erection processes for diverse construction projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Hope High School
Bristol, RISkills
- Animal handling
- Animal behavior assessment
- Adoption counseling
- Shelter operations
- Compassionate animal care
- Public education
- Leadership
- Team management
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
- Public relations
- Media engagement
- Problem-solving
- Pressure decision-making
- Report writing
- Recordkeeping
- Emergency response
- Microsoft Office
- Computer proficiency
- Strong communication
- Interpersonal skills
Volunteer Experience
Cranston Animal Shelter Volunteer, Handle, walk, exercise, and socialize shelter dogs., Clean and maintain kennels and shelter facilities., Create social media content to increase visibility and adoption opportunities for shelter animals., Assist staff with daily animal care and enrichment activities.
Community Service
For the past seven years, I have dedicated significant time to improving the lives of shelter and rescue animals throughout Rhode Island and Connecticut. My volunteer and rescue work has focused on rehabilitation, adoption advocacy, behavior support, transportation, fundraising, and public education.
Timeline
President
Rescue Lounge Nonprofit
08.2022 - Current
Engineering Technician / Inspector
Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT)
08.2019 - Current
Union Ironworker Foreman
Regis Steel Erectors
08.1999 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Mount Hope High School