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Kirkland, WA, US

Bellevue, Washington, United States

Bellevue, Washington, United States

I provided support as a wetland biologist to a variety transportation, rail, water, utility and energy sector projects by assisting in environmental permitting and documentation, wetland and stream assessments, biological assessments and mitigation planning and mitigation monitoring. I was a task lead on one of the Washington Department of Transportation.

Performed wetland delineations and critical area assessments using US Army Corps of Engineers methodology. Researched and interpreted codes and regulations to prepare environmental permitting documents for a number of municipalities at both the state, county, and city levels including JARPAs, SEPA checklists, HPAs and Construction Stormwater Pollution.

Assisted with urban forestry projects and continued work towards developing a green building program in Tacoma.

Center For Urban Waters

I worked with the City of Tacoma's Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability to increase knowledge about green building practices and identify barriers to participation by engaging in research as well as community outreach and education. I researched and gathered information to help the City learn how to incorporate practices and develop programs.

Tacoma, WA

Worked as a part-time intern (10 hours per week) on project using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to create a map of restoration projects around Commencement Bay.

Everett, WA

I planned and organized daily activities and field trips for a YMCA after-school program which provided academic support and enrichment opportunities to struggling learners in 4th and 5th grade. Enrichment activities included STEM (science, engineering, coding, robotics, math), vocabulary and reading, environmental education and art. I planned, prepared.

Seattle, WA

During the summer, planned and prepared curriculum related to specific camp theme including plant identification, ornithology, wildlife ecology and ecosystem processes, wetlands and macro-invertebrate identification. Led group of up to 12 students (grades 1st - 6th) through week of camp activities and nature exploration while maintaining safety and.

Sarasota, Florida

Engaged youth (K - 12th) in classroom, aquarium and outdoor activities focusing on age appropriate marine science curriculum. Activities included snorkeling, field sampling (using dip and seine nets), kayaking and boating. Developed curriculum and helped with writing lesson plans. Learned animal husbandry and handling techniques and helped to care for.

Houghton, MI

Worked in partnership with US Forest Service Research Station. Measured and recorded diameters and species of woody wetland plants within a mesocosm's controlled environmental setting.

Summerland Key, FL

Led participants through Out Island Adventure program activities including ocean fishing, snorkeling, kayaking and ecology appreciation. Ensured safety by conducting swim reviews and snorkel lessons. Camped with crews in isolated, primitive island setting. Performed mate duties on variety of boats including 25 ft. Dusky, 45 ft. Corinthian catamaran and.

Exshaw, Alberta

Hired as experienced climbing specialist. Leader during two week backpacking and climbing adventure for 14 - 15 year old girls. Instructed students from elementary through high school in team building and leadership skills. Taught climbing and both low and high ropes activities. Responsible for daily safety inspections of equipment and elements.

Researched moose population dynamics by measuring moose mandible growth over time for the Isle Royale Wolf Moose Research Team. Recorded into Excel spreadsheets.

Certificate In Wetland Science And Management

Concepts of wetland functional assessment Federal, state and local land-use policies and regulations Fundamental ecosystem processes.

Graduate Certificate, Forests And Climate Change, 4.0 Gpa

The 19 credit Graduate Certificate in Forests and Climate Change (FCC) provides a thorough foundation to assess the impacts of climate.

B.S., Wildlife Ecology And Management

Activities and Societies: Xi Sigma Pi, The Wildlife Society, Outdoor Venture Crew, BirdbumsDeans List (three semesters), cumulative GPA.