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Flagstaff, Arizona Area

• Train and assist new technicians on how to use a dichotomous key to sort a variety of aquatic invertebrate samples. • Regularly sort aquatic drift samples which involves quantifying and identifying a variety of invertebrates.• Participate in and lead a variety of field data collection operations including regular monthly sampling operations, seasonal river trip collections, and a variety of other fieldwork.• Inventory and maintain both lab and field equipment used for day to day sample processing and regular sampling operations. • Received MOCC training to regularly operate watercraft for sampling operations.• Operate USGS vehicles safely, including operation of 4-wheel-drive vehicles on rugged, back-country roads. • Collaborate and train with other departments to assist in field operations and lab processing of samples. Including fish monitoring operations, suspended sediment sample collections and processing and dust collection for mine site operations• Regularly sort aquatic drift, sticky and light trap samples which involves quantifying and identifying a variety of invertebrates.• Perform data entry and quality control of data from a variety of sample types into department database.

Flagstaff, Arizona

• Regularly sort aquatic drift samples which involves quantifying and identifying a variety of invertebrates.• Use a dichotomous key to identify aquatic insects to genus and species, confirming identifications with the head taxonomist if unsure.• Actively manage and curate entomological samples.• Work independently in a laboratory setting, as well as collaboratively with coworkers.• Perform QA checks on previous drift samples.

Flagstaff, Arizona Area

Vernal, Utah

-Collaborate with fellow crew members and USFS to collect and assemble a high quality data sets in an efficient manner.-Travel to field sites, driving 4WD vehicle on back roads using GPS to find, monitor and map study sites to assess habitat of Greater Sage-Grouse.-Conduct vegetation transect field surveys using Vegetation GIS System(VGS), primarily performing LPI and Forb Diversity Counts, using proper plant identification and quantification protocol.

-Collect data from a variety of products and chemicals while maintaining accurate records, both digital and hard copy, of products received and tests performed. -Perform testing on both in-process and final products to ensure that they meet specifications. Tests performed measure pH, moisture, fat, titratable acidity, color absorbance, viscosity, and density.-Inventory, calibrate and operate lab equipment including pH probe, analytical scale, moisture analyzer, spectrophotometer, centrifuge and viscometer.-Maintain microbiotic milk cultures for product use, including culture inoculation and inspection for possible contamination via microscopy.-Communicate and collaborate effectively with coworkers across a variety of departments.-Effectively prioritize and multitask in an independent and fast-paced environment.-Maintain product retain collection including cheese concentrates, liquid colors and flavors as well as cheese powders.-Follow with GMP's and ensure employee compliance on a daily basis.

Cincinnati, Oh

Administered to the health and well being of more than 100 animals, mainly reptiles, by cleaning and maintaining exhibits, activity records, and monitoring ongoing nutrition. Assisted in the medical treatment and rehabilitation of animals in cooperation with veterinary staff. Part of a team that designed a winter enclosure for adolescent Galapagos tortoises.

Instructed daily visitors on safe climbing practices, including belaying and knot tying. Prepared and orchestrated regional wall climbing competition with more than 70 participants.

Supervised 30 lifeguards. Took lead role in emergency situations. Documented routine and emergency events. Managed payroll for lifeguard pool crew.

Assured health and safety of park patrons. Taught swimming lessons. Made seven jumps with a perfect save record.