Conducted botanical field surveys in the Lolo National Forest, following established data collection and survey guidelines and protocols for Region 1 and the NRM Threatened, Endangered, and Sensitive Plants (TESP) list. Recorded and monitored populations of sensitive and culturally important plants. Adopted and set up tablets for field use with Avenza and Collector, alongside paper survey forms and records. Planned daily field itinerary and performance timelines to meet NEPA project goals for the season. Produced bi-weekly reports of work accomplished, goals, and team needs. Worked both alone and as part of a team. Trained in use of GIS with ArcMap and AGOL. Entered field data, including surveys and new sensitive plant occurrences, into the NRM TESP-IS database using ArcMap.Accepted role as a team lead, and trained new technicians in field survey protocols, data collection, tablet use, and safety measures. Ordered work and cleaning supplies for crew. Maintained and sanitized trucks and equipment as needed, following new safety protocols.Provided assistance across disciplines as needed. Surveyed proposed new trail route and gave recommendations. Advised on locations and timing of native grass seed collection. Noted and shared details of wildlife and invasive plants locations from field observations.

As part of a multidisciplinary team for long-term monitoring of grazing allotments across the Custer-Gallatin National Forest, conducted field studies and environmental site assessment in riparian wetland corridors using a modified PIBO format. Laid out experimental plots along stream reaches by taking measurements and marking corners and boundaries. Collected survey and inventory data, with field forms and tablet, to determine species diversity, population characteristics, environmental conditions, and habitat assessment. Recorded and uploaded vegetation surveys using ArcGIS, Survey123, and Collector. Performed stream classification hydrology surveys using Multiple Indicator Method (MIM). Collected and preserved plant samples, and used taxonomic keys to identify plants from a wide variety of habitat types. Organized collected data and prepared for analysis. Prepared environmental reports and technical documentation with graphs and charts from current and prior data, using Microsoft Office and R. Worked with landowners and the public to access forest land and for education.Planned and prepared travel itinerary and equipment inventory. Performed duties in backcountry field locations requiring extended hiking, backpacking, camping, and navigation with GPS, maps, aerial photos, and Avenza Maps. Maintained, sanitized, and organized gear and equipment.Other Projects: Assisted with fisheries population surveys, fish species identification, and stream restoration projects, including Rotenone application. Performed rare and sensitive plant surveys using focused-intuitive method, and prepared relevant reports. Assisted with invasive and non-native plant species monitoring. Participated in native seed collection projects. Participated in ongoing riparian planting and restoration projects. Led native plant walk for local school group.

Identified invasive non-native plant species using field guides and botanical keys, working both alone and with a team. Surveyed for invasive target plants, collected GIS data on infestation location and status, and treated invasive plant infestations with manual and chemical controls. Surveyed and marked boundaries of treatment sites. Navigated in backcountry conditions using GPS, GIS maps, aerial photographs, topographic maps, and/or compass. Performed regular safety checks and vehicle maintenance.Performed inspections of contracted work to ensure compliance and correct application of chemical controls.Other Projects: Assisted with native seed collection projects, sensitive plant surveys, and species richness surveys. Assisted with timber surveying and unit boundary marking and flagging.

Monitored established wetlands, fields, and drainages within the City of Boulder and OSMP property for vector and non-vector mosquito breeding habitat, and treated as necessary with approved pesticide to control the disease-carrying and nuisance mosquito population.Collected and submitted field data for larval and adult mosquito breeding populations, adding to past database. Interacted with public and engaged in discussions and education of surveillance program as needed.Trained in identification and treatment of larva and adult stages of native mosquitos to genera, and in habitat, distribution, diseases and seasonal breeding of vectors, as well as correct and accurate data collection procedures.

Conducted vegetative monitoring and data gathering through the BLM for the National Rangeland Inventory project, on nonfederal and federal range and pasture lands throughout Wyoming.Accurately performed NRI-specific statistically valid data collection and recording methods, which included using CASI software on handheld Trimble, habitat assessment, ecological condition monitoring, soil stability testing and profiling, line-point transects for plant species, diversity, and cover, and biomass by weight.Evaluated ecosystem conditions, rangeland health assessment and pasture condition in comparison to baseline reference conditions, historical data and NRCS Ecological Site Descriptions, with a special focus on sagebrush species diversity and density.Managed equipment, landowner communication, downloading and submitting data forms; navigated off-road and in backcountry terrain with GIS satellite maps, GPS, and CASI; planned daily travel and hiking routes while maintaining team safety.

As a field assistant with a focus on plant ecology, assisted with vegetation and natural resource monitoring for reclaimed coal mine sites across Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, and Nevada. Collected line point intercept data for plant species diversity, as well as production and and relative abundance of species by weight, which was compared against past data from baseline reference sites and reclamation standards for each habitat.Managed collection, recording, and sorting of plant samples in the field, identified plant species using database and keys, mapped noxious weeds with GPS, navigated in backcountry and off-road conditions using ArcGIS, satellite maps, and GPS, and kept equipment stocked and maintained.