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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

-Conducts wetland and stream delineations in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois in accordance with current USACE protocols.-Manages field data input and prepares wetland delineation reports and other similar documentation necessary for permitting (NWP 3, 12, 14, and 29).-Works with engineers, GIS, and CADD teams to map the area and extent of streams and wetlands, providing accurate data and assisting in the preparation of site work plans.-Serves as an assistant for potential roost tree and portal surveys for the Endangered Indiana Bat (Myotis sodalis) and endangered Northern Long-Eared Bat (Myotis septentrionalis).-Performs a variety of other ecological assessments, such as vegetation monitoring, biomonitoring, rare plant surveys, etc.- Experienced in using ArcPro to create figures for reporting and permitting purposes and to create digital field maps for field personnel to collect data in the field.

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

- Coordinated with state, federal and local officials to perform surveys for the invasive Asian Long Horn Beetle (ALB).- Identified local tree species and used their typical growth rates to assist in recognizing indicators of common diseases and pest infestations.- Used a GPS and GIS system to track progress, record data, and submit information on potential infestations.- Interacted with private landowners to provide information about ALB as well as the purpose of the eradication program and ways to slow the spread.- Performed climbing surveys in trees to ensure ALB damage in hard to see areas was not missed.- Performed field surveys in challenging terrain and in all weather conditions.- Recommended tree work based on damage that was confirmed by state and federal officials.

Sacramento, California, United States

- Performed biological surveys for Federal T&E species, California species of special concern, and nesting birds at hundreds of parcels and roadway segments in the Camp Fire burn scar.- Documentation included site sketches, photographs, and written descriptions of observations.- Used hand-held digital data collection methods to input observational data and create species maps. - Assessed watercourses and assigned protection zones based on Federal Standards and California Forest Practice Rules.- Surveyed and monitored construction sites for sensitive and state and federal endangered species. - Ensured compliance with numerous federal and state agencies and regulations, including ESA, CESA, MTBA, CA MBA, Forest Practice Rules, Clean Water Act, and CA Water Board.- Performed quality control of field data collected by other biologists both in the field and in the office.

Sacramento, California, United States

- Oversaw daily operations of a team of field staff.- Assisted field staff and tree crews with problem solving when they encountered challenging, unexpected circumstances.- Acted as a liaison, explaining work activities to upset or confused homeowners.- Assisted in training new staff, including plant and tree identification, and field procedures.- Ensured that staff were following company health and safety, and environmental procedures. - - ---- Communicated information received from managers to the field staff.- Reviewed and flagged watercourses to ensure compliance with California Forest Practice Rules.- Worked with state and federal agencies to ensure that work completed on government owned land was completed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Sacramento, California, United States

- Worked alongside the US Forest service to mark specified prescriptions for their fire fuel reduction program.- Flagged watercourses in accordance with California Forest Practice Rules under the supervision of a Registered Professional Forester (RPF).- Identified trees affected by disease, insects, or drought. - Adhered to state and federal environmental regulations and best management practices.- Identified native trees, shrubs, amphibians, and other native animals in order to establish buffers for logging operations.- Conducted vegetation surveys for both public and private institutions. - Worked throughout California inspecting, collecting, and auditing vegetation management work.- Utilized GIS maps, rangefinders, tremble units, planning software on tablets and other digital data collection tools.- Assisted public utilities and government agencies during emergencies such as storms or fires.

Vancouver, Washington, United States

-Conducted water quality testing which included flow, turbidity, pH, conductivity, and benthic macroinvertebrate sampling.-Field surveyed approximately 16 miles along riparian areas for multiple types of Early Detection Rapid Response invasive species in the Pacific Northwest, including Garlic Mustard, Japanese Knotweed, and Poison Hemlock.-Performed treatments to remove invasive plants both mechanically and with the application of herbicides.-Planned field work and lead crews of AmeriCorps and student techs.-Created an Excel workbook using pivot tables to extract wanted parameters of water temperature data collected from monitors in the field.-Conducted vegetation surveys along riparian corridors to track how obligate, facultative, and upland species responded to restoration efforts.-Proficient in identifying native Pacific Northwest flora and fauna-Trained volunteers and fellow AmeriCorps on how to monitor water quality and record the data in our databases.- Trained volunteers on how to properly pot native trees and shrubs and how to plant trees in riparian restoration sites.

Operates chemical process and material handling equipment to carry out plant production operations. Performs maintenance procedures to affect process changeovers.Executes basic analytical and characterization procedures specific to EA Manufacturing, such as pH, conductivity, particle shape and morphology determination, and solids/moisture content,Collects and reports equipment and process data, using Statistical Process Control Tools .Performs housekeeping activities as required.Knowledge and experience with chemical, mechanical and physical processes