Placed product orders for the store from various suppliers and communicated with representatives.Processed, organized, ordered, and merchandised products for display. Trained new associates in stocking, product information, cash register, etc.

Provided quality customer service and education to customers regarding supplements, product certification guidelines, grocery items, produce, and other products. Handled the cash register, safe, and closing deposits for the end of the night.

Conducted field surveys to locate Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnakes and document their habitat preferences and behaviorCollected environmental, GPS, and location data at capture points and during surveying efforts.Collected morphological, genetic, and identifying data on collected individuals.Compiled data regarding search effort, environmental, morphology, and identification.Worked in conjunction with Dr. Jennifer Moore, other technicians, as well as other students, professors, and biologists from the U.S. Forest Service, the Fish and Wildlife Service, and other entities.

Conducted and presented visual survey of herpetofauna on KLHDP and Ottawa Sands Coordinated volunteer reptile survey and invasive plant removal events Maintained and monitored preserve landscape through trail maintenance and invasive managementConstructed and presented an adaptive restoration plan for a pine plantation located on KLHDP.Communicated with advisory board members via monthly progress reports, bi-weekly plans, and email updates.Provided input to the board regarding restoration and maintenance of the preserve as related to invasive species, deer over-browsing, and shoreline restoration grants.

Provided care and minor medical treatment of cats, rodents, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and aquaria.Managed water chemistry of freshwater aquaria and interpreted water testing for customers.Educated customers about animal husbandry, products, and supplies.Trained new associates in animal husbandry in the pet care department and in cashiering.Maintained and sanitized animal enclosures, animal quarantine rooms, and supply rooms.

Surveyed and collected site data for properties & forest service stands to monitor and inform herbicidal treatment.Safely mixed and applied pesticide ratios specific to invasive and size of the property being treated.Identified and chemically/manually treated invasive species such as Hemlock Wooly Adelgid (HWA), Frogbit, Yellow Floating Heart, Japanese Knotweed, Oriental Bittersweet, Phragmites, etc.Obtained registered pesticide applicator certification for education and fieldwork.