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Canada

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

- Completes Ecological Land Classification (ELC) surveys, vegetation surveys, nest sweeps, wildlife surveys, tree inventories, and other tasks in the field.- Completes SAR (Species at Risk) and SWH (Significant Wildlife Habitat) screening.- Executes ecological background searches prior to fieldwork.- Assists with the generation natural heritage, EA, and EIS reports for clients. - Works within a multidisciplinary team and assists with other types of fieldwork when required.- Leads nursery quality inspections and reporting. - Assists with the generation of permit applications

- Learned how to use real-time kinematic (RTK) to complete long profiles and cross sections during detailed and rapid assessment surveys. - Assisted with geomorphological and hydrological monitoring to ensure the timely completion of construction monitoring and stormwater management pond environmental monitoring projects. - Completed field survey data collection during assessments and inspections using field forms and tablets.- Processed and reviewed functional, geomorphological, and water field data to aid in report preparation.

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

- Executed and assisted with butterfly, benthic invertebrate (OBBN), salamander, and bat monitoring in the field using standardized protocols.- Used a YSI meter and probe to determine physio-chemical characteristics and flow of water. - Efficiently completed staining, sorting, and identification of benthic invertebrates to the 27-group level, in order to evaluate ecosystem health of creeks and wetlands. - Assisted land management team with invasive species removal (Himalayan Balsam, phragmites, and other shrubs) to prevent the destruction of native ecosystems and vegetation- Used data collection, data entry, data analysis, and writing skills to prepare summaries, SOPs, and newsletters, which aided in ecological monitoring interpretation.- Assisted youth summer camp and outreach events to promote environmental education, community, stewardship, and sustainability.

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

- Designed, scheduled and coordinated environmental toxicology studies relating to the analysis of persistent organic pollutants in various environmental samples. - Communicated with laboratory, academic, government and municipal bodies to collect raw environmental samples and acquire organic contaminants analytical data. - Completed risk assessments, scientific literature research, market research and laboratory consultation for environmental study and environmental reference material project generation. - Problem-solving skills and detail-oriented nature resulted in successful software and project troubleshooting.- Demonstrated ability to learn scientific statistical software quickly and proficiency in data entry, statistical analysis and report preparation in PROLab Plus.- Proficiently used Microsoft Office software (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) for slideshow creation, report writing, data visualization, data entry, analytics and technical writing. - Generated, maintained and updated databases using FileMaker PRO.

Breslau, On

- Assisted with the proper ground, tree and turf maintenance on a 27-hole golf course.- Mechanically inclined nature resulted in the safe operation of farm implements, green/tee/fairway mowers, RTVs, golf carts, other landscape equipment, trimmers, power tools and tank sprayers. - Proven physical fitness and ability to work on a team lead to the completion of rigorous outdoor work. - Completed pesticide application, stump grinding, tree pruning and tree cleanup.- Learned basic tree identification and other horticulture/arboriculture practises.

Guelph, On

- Led project management of an ecological field project investigating spatiotemporal impacts of free-roaming cats on avian populations in Ontario. - Successfully conducted trail camera trap field work independently at various locations throughout Ontario and displayed the ability to travel, work outdoors and use GPS and maps to navigate in remote locations. - Managed field data and photo collection, analysis and documentation and added to appropriate databases. - Displayed ability to identify wildlife both in the field and via captured trail camera images.Implemented new field work protocols and project management systems to improve project efficiency.- Supervised and trained seasonal staff and volunteers to increase fieldwork productivity.- Educated and communicated with the general public, landowners and documentary filmmakers.- Endured physical exertion for long periods of time in inclement conditions (weather and bugs). - Praised for developing creative solutions during field, lab and management activities. - Successfully created partnerships with university departments, volunteers, NGOs and landowners.

Breslau, On

- Cared for specially trained Dog Guides, meant to assist Canadians with physical and medical disabilities.- Maintained dogs and puppies on a proper diet and ensured daily feeding, watering, exercise, social enrichment, and administration of medication and treatment.- Displayed excellent communication skills and customer service by assisting Guide Dog foster families and the general public with questions regarding healthcare, pickups/drop-offs/recalls and Guide Dog policies.

Stratford, On

Responsible for the processing and veterinary healthcare of 200+ calves.- Administered and documented intramuscular, subcutaneous and intranasal vaccinations; anti-parasitic agents; IV fluids; medicated milk, electrolytes and colostrum; ear tags and hormone implants. - Supervised and trained internships students and employees during castration and dehorning - procedures. - Safely loaded, unloaded and hauled trucks and trailers and operated farm tractors, loaders and pumps.

Master Of Bioenvironmental Monitoring And Assessment

Bachelor Of Science (Honours), Wildlife Biology And Conservation

Conventional Diploma In Veterinary Technology, Veterinary Technology