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Coalville, Utah, United States

Lead the development and implementation of a wide variety of conservation plans for public and private land owners/operators that address the unique environmental problems on their land, according to the land owners’ decisions, while adhering to established policies and procedures of the NRCS. Provide technical expertise and information to engineers, the general public, conservation districts and regional planning groups to ensure the development of highly specialized land resource plans and incorporate the needed soil and water conservation measures. Supply technical guidance to Farm Bill applicants and the general public on a wide variety of agricultural systems. Serve as the NRCS representative to Utah’s Soil and Water Conservation District boards within my service area. Represent the NRCS at local community, partnership, conservation district and outreach meetings; local work group feedback then being incorporated into field office objectives. Independently manage the day to day operations of a NRCS field office while maintaining regular contact with the District Conservationist supervising the area. Serve as acting District Conservationist (supervisor) and lead monthly internal staff meetings when current supervisor is on leave. Serve as primary point of contact in the field office for local landowners, general public, NRCS employees and partner agency staff. Work with private land owners to develop focused conservation plans that increase habitat for the federally threatened and endangered species. Identify wetlands according to USDA Food Security Act guidelines, assess pasture health utilizing NRCS pasture condition scoring, write nutrient management plans for dairy waste lagoon renovation projects, identify forest pests in production pine stands and implement pest control plans.

Coalville, Utah, United States

Lead the coordination and execution of NRCS responsibilities related to the Salinity Control Act of 1974. Coordinate and communicate with Federal, State and non-governmental partners to advance salinity reduction and wildlife conservation goals in the Colorado River basin. Collaborate with NRCS field, area, state and national office personnel to provide conservation planning support and technical guidance for salinity reduction objectives. Develop program procedures, advise, train and assist field office staff in salinity program planning and implementation. Gather and synthesize data to track progress of salinity control efforts pursuant to the goals of each focus area’s Environmental Impact Statement and Environmental Assessment. Collect and analyze data from NRCS, Bureau of Reclamation and other federal partners to generate reports on the economic effectiveness of salinity reduction programs in the Colorado River Basin. Analyze NRCS contract data to forecast future costs for continued salinity control work done through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Write, review and present NRCS technical materials to the Colorado Basin Salinity Control Forum and partner agencies. Provide expertise in conservation planning to facilitate the development of water conservation partnerships to address climate change, build drought resilience, and strengthen wildlife habitat. Gather and transmit NRCS field office feedback to state and national leadership on ways to improve delivery of conservation programs and successful implementation of conservation contracts.

Lihue, Hawaii, United States

Selected for a supervisory detail to lead a team of five in the development & execution of detailed conservation systems encompassing conservation practice design, layout, construction, inspection and certification. Directed technical guidance and assistance to groups and individuals on topics like watershed management, erosion control measures, pest and invasive species control, water quality improvements, livestock management, wildlife habitat, and forest management. Educated land owners on technical & financial assistance options provided by the USDA on issues related to natural resource conservation, tropical agriculture, and solutions to environmental concerns. Forecasted field office budget to ensure efficient delivery of USDA Farm Bill Programs. Coordinated interagency delivery of conservation assistance to private landowners, conservation districts, local universities and other partners to sustain the state's natural resources. Led the NRCS team in creating new partnerships with other conservation entities to provide long-term solutions to local, state and federal government conservation priorities. Responsible for managing federal & state employees located in the field office and serve as liaison between NRCS and conservation districts. Worked with NRCS leadership to write & extend a partnership agreement, allowing Conservation District employee to continue working in the Lihue office. Ensure all conservation plans written by staff complied with federal, state and local laws. Set performance standards and evaluated performance for subordinates. Provided feedback to agency leadership on employee morale, corrective actions taken to ensure employee performance and criteria for attracting & retaining staff.

Amite, La

Work with farmers, ranchers, foresters and private land owners to develop innovative conservation plans to address environmental problems. Write, manage, modify and certify payments for Farm Bill conservation contracts while providing technical assistance to contract participants. Conduct regular follow up on all scheduled contract practice requirements put in place to address conservation and/or land management goals. Trained to identify wetlands as well as assess pasture, forest, grassland, and cropland health. Trained to write comprehensive, whole farm, nutrient management plans for concentrated animal feeding operations to ensure proper distribution and disposal of animal waste. Provide technical knowledge to Farm Service Agency staff and sign off on payments for Farm Service Agency technical & scientific programs. Conduct weekly field office staff meetings, manage summer intern training, and represent the Natural Resources Conservation Service at community outreach meetings. Work with the district conservationist to conduct environmental education on natural resource issues, water quality, and general conservation.

Glenwood, New Mexico

Gather data on wilderness conditions while minimizing footprint on local landscape and wildlife populations. Implement current NEPA & limits of acceptable change processes. Direct and lead lower grade employees in trails maintenance, wilderness management and interest group relations. Re-establish native plants and conduct soil remediation on abandoned trails and campsites. Provide standard information on resource management, wildfire suppression techniques, and proper management of campsites/trails. Certified Wild-land Firefighter Type 2 and able to respond to wild-land fires and participate in prescribed burns.

Mundelein, Il

Manage and supervise all on deck employees while providing leadership, discipline, and constructive feedback. Responsible for conducting daily pre and post shift meetings, maintaining proper pool chemical balance, evaluating performance of employees, facilitating staff training, and acting as an ambassador of Goldfish Swim School.

Mundelein, Il

Lead structured lessons with an emphasis on skill progression, while providing instruction on proper swimming techniques, skills, and water safety. Regularly communicated lesson plans to parents, children and swim team athletes. Cleaned facility premises after shift, handled complaints and enforced pool rules.

Grayslake, Il

Responsible for working with the Horticulture Department chair and Local Foods Coordinator to implement plant production plans and ensure the successful: propagation, harvest, and sale of plants to Community Sustainable Agriculture customers. Duties included seeding, transplanting, harvesting, and representing the program to the public.

Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area

Responsible for working with lead researchers, PhD and graduate students on a Feed Stock Production and Agronomy Project focused on producing viable plants for feed stock and bio-fuel production. Duties included data entry, data collection, maintenance of research plots, monitoring the growth of research specimens, and independent field work.

Mundelein, Il

Responsibilities included assembling air filters, chemical filters, keeping the assembly room safe and inventory organized, and working with other employees to ensure a productive work environment.

Mundelein, Il

Responsibilities for handling medical and aquatic emergencies, enforcement of park district rules and regulations with patrons, ensuring safe environment, handling complaints, and cleaning facility’s premises at end of shift.

Bachelor'S Degree, Natural Resources And Environmental Science

Activities and Societies: The Wildlife Society, Illinois Soil Judging Team, Illini Men's Water Polo Team, University Of Illinois Study.

Bachelor'S Degree, Natural Resources And Environmental Science, Junior

Activities and Societies: Study abroad student, Craft Beer Appreciation ClubFull time student earning degree credits with courses focused.