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Raleigh, Nc, Us

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Provide GIS, GPS, mapping, spatial and tabular data management, and administrative support to the gypsy moth trapping and treatment program in North Carolina.• Facilitates the accurate dissemination, collection, and processing of gypsy moth traps by planning and organizing North Carolina's trapping program across the state under the direction of the Gypsy Moth Program Manager. This involves training of approximately 50 personnel and contractors, along with providing ongoing technical and administrative support.• Maintaining the integrity of data collection and the creation of maps and tables used by the Gypsy Moth Program Manager in the analysis and planning resulting from that data.• Maintaining and distributing data collection equipment (such as iPads) and providing support related to its use.• Provides mapping and data collection support to other programs and activities within the Plant Industry Division, including Weed Regulatory Services, Entomological Programs, Plant Pathology, Apiary Services, and Seed and Fertilizer Inspection.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Coordinate logistics and execute research over 2 years across 79 wheat fields in 6 counties among 7 extension agents and numerous growers and landowners • Design two multi-year projects utilizing ArcGIS software to document pest populations across varying temporal and spatial variables with the goal of improving pest forecasting and decreasing reliance on chemical inputs• Developed and planned projects using scientific hypotheses based on necessary biological information related to the insects• Experience developing and maintaining datasets with over 2 million data points• Conduct presentations to academic and non-academic professionals to effectively communicate research

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Served as the Environmental Compliance expert and liaison for site managers and regulators of multi-million dollar residential and commercial construction sites• Conducted comprehensive and detailed storm water compliance inspections of sites based on EPA regulations with the goals of reducing offsite contamination and ensuring proper land use practices• Produced reports analyzing potential compliance issues and provided clear written findings and site-specific prevention recommendations that influenced construction decisions following strict deadlines

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Maintained necessary laboratory equipment, developed proper insect rearing procedures, and wrote laboratory manual to help train future technicians• Assisted in field data collection and management of surveys of agricultural pests• Adhered to proper laboratory safety and best practices

Pedro Ruiz Gallo, Amazonas, Perú

• Supervised the collaborative design of town-wide environmental awareness projects to restore natural areas through reforestation, improve solid waste management, expand environmental education, and improve overall environmental quality in a town of ~6,000 inhabitants• Developed 12-week environmental stewardship programs in 4 schools designed to connect 125 students ages 5 through 18 to their environment by implementing school wide “green areas” that won a national award • Designed and delivered >120 presentations in both Spanish and English in professional and classroom settings to adults and youth covering ecology, environmental stewardship, and mental health topics • Developed a multi-institutional women’s leadership program for 70 families designed to reduce inter-familial violence, improve women youth graduation rates, and advocate for gender equality in leadership positions• Assisted with the preparation of scientific papers and reports for a collaborative project between U.S. researchers and Peruvian beekeepers investigating the influence of managed bees on the health of native bee populations in and around conservation areas

Columbia, Nc

• Organized and implemented daily activities that challenged students both physically and mentally• Collaborated with professionals to ensure individual needs of students were met to satisfaction• Led and assisted in the logistical support of day to day operations and multi-day camping trips

Columbia, Nc

• Planned and implemented hands-on instructive marine ecology-based lessons to students ages 8-16• Provided structured conversation related towards ecology and wildlife conservation• Maintained positive attitude and working relationship with other staff, campers, and parents

Asheville, North Carolina

Coordinated a multi-ranger system used to conduct efficient zip lining experiencesAdministered ground school, emphasizing the importance of safety in guest’s experience. Required problem solving when demonstrating safety procedures

Master'S Degree, Entomology

Activities and Societies: Entomology Graduate Student Association (Vice President and Social Chair) Graduate Student Association (Graduate.

Certificate, Geographic Information Systems

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Environmental Technology And Management

Activities and Societies: Presbyterian Campus Ministries- Leadership team for 2 years Captain of Intramural basketball and flag football.