Emely Romo Email & Phone Number

Long Beach, Ca, Us

Los Alamitos, California, United States

• Collaborate with staff from the United Water Conservation District (UWCD) to rescue and relocate 6 rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), 7,541 partially armored threespine stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus), 62 fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas), 30 mosquitofish (Gambusia spp.), 12 arroyo chub (Gila orcutti), 14 suckers (Catostomus spp.) to protect CA native fish species from the UWCD Vern Freeman Diversion draining event; dip and seine nets were used to capture fish• Snorkel 1 mile of stream in Arroyo Seco to assess the population of rainbow trout from previous relocation efforts; document weight and length of each trout captured by e-fishing and dip nets; caudal fin clips were collected for DNA analysis • Monitor 62 sites within 13 streams in Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange County within a month• Utilize a HORIBA U-50 and YSI ProDSS to monitor dissolved oxygen (% and mg/L), conductivity (uS/cm), water temperature (C), salinity (ppt), pH, and turbidity (NTU); Recalibrate the YSI ProDSS every 4 months• Collect and summarize data on native aquatic species sightings, hydrology (e.g., stream flow, water levels, and quality), habitat type, distribution, and condition, to improve habitat and species population resilience using Department techniques and protocols• Assist with the preparation of a Region 5 Drought Program overview document; document includes program background, metrics collected, individual site description, site maps, monitoring frequency, reason for monitoring and listing native aquatic species found at each site• Transcribe raw data into MS Excel and participate in quality assurance/quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of data• Ensure safety by using SPOT satellite communication devices to check in with contacts during off-the-grid field surveys• Perform other duties as required, including submittal of state vehicle mileage logs, gas receipts, and monthly vehicle inspections

• Maintained professional and efficient communication with company director, construction crew, project managers, and coworkers via Microsoft Teams and Outlook• Construction monitoring with coordination with construction crews, working on an active construction site to provide direction to crews for maintaining project compliance• Advised crew to adhere to pre & post construction condition expectations (I.e., minimize activity footprint, minimize vegetation impact, site-re-contouring) • Conducted pedestrian field surveys,s including preconstruction clearance surveys for nesting birds, special-status plant and animal species, as well as habitat assessments and construction monitoring within the Southern California Edison (SCE) service territory • Ability to perform extensive fieldwork on potentially uneven terrain and during adverse weather conditions, often independently• Performed Biological Resource Assessments for species and describe general vegetation types and habitat conditions• Excellent documentation skills, interpersonal skills, and communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team• Map reading and field survey techniques• Prepared and submit compliance monitoring reports and preconstruction survey reports via smartphone• Provided photo documentation of habitat/structure conditions • Established ESA on site • Able to work in the field for extended periods and maintain a positive attitude• Drove a company-provided 4x4 vehicle over uneven terrain to get to specific survey sites• Responded to project-related queries in an effective and prompt manner• Received praise from a lead wildlife biologist for submitting thorough survey reports on time

Long Beach, Ca

• Provide one-on-one training for new hostess’; instruct trainee on daily work processes and policies and assist in navigating Point-of-Sales (POS) systems, reservation software, and restaurant menu/floor plan memorization• Clarify all questions or concerns provided by guests and or new employees• Maintained a high level of urgency during a dinner rush• Developed relationships with guests and provided a unique experience to those coming in by enthusiastically greeting and displaying excitement for returning costumers• Clarify all questions or concerns provided by guests and or new employees• Regularly sanitized, frequently touched surfaces; wore appropriate PPE• Professionally answered phone system transfer/direct calls, received and conveyed detailed messages to general managers and event coordinator• Interact courteously and professionally with guests, management, and coworkers• Receive records and made any necessary arrangements for reservations and special functions in the restaurant

Long Beach, California, United States

• Achieved 2.95 cases completed per hour with an acceptable benchmark of .75, exceeding the standard by approximately 2.2 cases• Built trust with respondents by providing transparency of information and the importance of participating in the census• Responsible for securing and limiting access to all government equipment (i.e., government-issued devices) • Reviewed assignment area to determine the organization of neighborhoods and locate households for conducting interviews• Recorded information provided by the respondent, double-checked information for accuracy• Conducted interviews with residents in assigned areas by following strict guidelines and Federal laws (Title 13); maintain the confidentiality of respondent household information• Utilized official U.S. Government application systems (i.e. Field Data Capture (FDC) Production) to document and report data

Long Beach, California

• Daily duties include but are not limited to: ensuring workspaces, tools, and equipment are clean, organized, and functioning correctly; prepping and feeding food; snorkeling; making observations and recognizing abnormal animal behavior/appearance; acting upon/reporting such observations promptly; and completing all necessary records and paperwork thoroughly• Familiar with chemical, biological, and mechanical filtration of water, backwash procedures, and protein skimmer• Identified 15+ species of invertebrates 25+ vertebrates within the Northern Gallery • Logged 300+ hours of training, education, and aquarist duties• Participated in development opportunities during the internship, including group training, group presentations, and professional networking• Collected and delivered water samples to Water Quality Lab; analyzed water quality results for outstanding pH, alkalinity, salinity, ammonia, and nitrite levels• Work independently as well as collaboratively with the aquatic Husbandry team on daily tasks and special projects• Adheres to and abides by Federal, State, and local agency laws, regulations, codes, ordinances, and AZA standards• Responsible for the daily husbandry of Northern Pacific Gallery exhibits

Pacific Grove, California

• Worked with 4th to 12th-grade students to learn about steelhead trout and monitor the water quality of the watershed habitats; analyzed data collected with students to determine the viability of the river• Distinguished between phytoplankton and zooplankton organisms in water sampling using a dissecting and a composite microscope • Sampled river water for turbidity, salinity, and pH levels at multiple locations within the Monterey watershed Conducted quality check of data using Microsoft Excel• Utilized chemical kits to perform water quality test• Identified and reported the presence of harmful algal bloom (HAB phytoplankton in ocean water samples to the NOAA National Phytoplankton Monitoring Network (PMN)• Distinguished between phytoplankton and zooplankton organisms in water samples• Entered collected data into a large MS Excel database for long-term data analysis• Managed and conducted a quality check of data using Google Sheets for up to date health of the Monterey County watershed system

Marina, Ca

• Suggested additional beverages and items to customers to increase restaurant sales• Communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary restrictions, and other special needs • Served all food courses and non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverage items to guest utilizing correct coursing procedure• Completed side work during downtime including shining glasses and rolling silverware• Took guests food and beverage orders, utilizing suggestive selling techniques• Correctly placed orders into the Aloha point-of-sale system• Assisted hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, greeting, seating, and thanking guests• Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas• Supported wait staff by setting-up and replenishing utensils; refilling water glasses; removal of soiled ware; being alert to guests spills or other special needs• Prepared dining room for guests by cleaning and setting tables; glassware, candles, napkins, service plates, and utensils• Acknowledged all guests, anticipate guests’ needs, and respond promptly to guests• Interacted in a courteous and professional manner with guests, management and co-workers• Received records and made any necessary arrangements for reservations and special functions in the restaurant• Meet and greet guests as they arrive, offer a choice of seating, escort to dining table and present menu

Seaside, California, United States

• Identified 12 amphibians, 12 reptiles, 25+ marine fish, 30+ marine birds and waterfowl, 15 terrestrial birds, 9 bats, 10 marine mammals, and 15 native plant species• Monitored and revisited pitfall traps, Sherman live traps, cover boards, drift-fence traps to identify small mammals and reptiles living in the area; recorded mass in grams (g), length in millimeters (mm), sex (M/F), and type of habitat found (ie, oak woodland, chaparral, grasslands) for each animal captured• Conducted field surveys for purple sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus purpuratus) and black abalone (Haliotis cracherodii) at various MPA sites along the Monterey County coastline; recorded position, health, and size of each subject found at each survey site• Captured and released coast horned lizards (Phrynosoma coronatum) for tags, recorded mass (g), sex, and length• Observed seed filed trays at multiple sites throughout the C.S.U. Monterey Bay campus for giving-up densities of California Ground Squirrels (Otospermophilus beecheyi); collected qualitative data, weighed seeds, created data visuals using MS Excel for a presentation and an informal research paper • Utilized Google Earth/ESRI ArcMap to create large scale aerial maps of multiple surveying sites along the coast of California for 2 Capstone projects• Familiar with surveying techniques on bird nests in colonies, counting individuals in a flock, point counts, and bird response with playback• Operated a Trimble Juno 3 mobile device for field data collection and mapping• Assessed multiple locations ranging from Northern California to Southern California to collect data on the latitudinal variation of species along the coast with a team of 8 members• Demonstrated use of equipment such as a pH meter, calorimeter, UV spectrophotometer, various microscopes/flasks/burets, water baths, and analytical balances• Operated YSI 85 salinity monitors, water probes, soil thermometers, clinometer, and anemometer; properly calibrated as needed