Researcher for the Center for Changing Landscapes. Lead social science based, applied research projects to investigate environmental values and behaviors, influences on decision making, and community capacity to protect natural resources on a local scale. Assist in the development of projects. Lead data collection and analysis. Synthesize data and write technical reports so that findings can guide policymakers and natural resource managers in their programming decisions.

Head coach of varsity girls lacrosse team.

Assist and coordinate in the development and implementation of public education and community engagement programs.Assist with the management of the Cynthia Krieg Watershed Stewardship Grant Program.Help organize and facilitate District-sponsored events.Create and design educational materials.Prepare and present information on water resource protection to various audiences.Assist in developing and maintaining positive relationships with associated entities and institutions to promote and coordinate District education efforts.Represents the District at community events

Investigated the influences on the decision making and conservation behaviors of loggers in northern Minnesota, and the role norms play in the process.Evaluated the different payment method programs for timber harvesting in Minnesota and what role they play in loggers' decision making. Assisted in research projects about the community capacity to engage in stormwater management.Piloted a standardized visitor survey to be used across all parks and trail systems in the state of Minnesota.

Assisted teaching an undergraduate environmental education course. Demonstrated and led students in experiential and adventure education activities. Developed educational curriculum about dry tropical forest ecology.

Educated museum visitors on Central American dry tropical forests, including plants, butterflies and sloths. Instructed youth age K-7th grade on various science related camps including aquatic species, prehistoric species, local wildlife, renewable energy and green technology.Researched, developed, and presented educational programs on Invasive Species. Assisted in animal care of sloth, butterflies, turtles, and snakes.

Head coach of 4-time state champion high school team and various elite club teams. Created practice plans, generated team strategies and goals, & developed climate of effective teamwork and cooperation.Managed, coordinated, and refereed off season play leagues and instructional clinics for 300+ players, coaches, and volunteers per year.

Course: Natural Resource MeasurementsAssisted students in a natural resource inventory (forest measurements, water quality, soil sampling, wildlife monitoring, trail use sampling).Guided students in writing a formal natural resource inventory of their findings to be presented to City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department.Served as communication liaison between students and City of Raleigh.Assisted in grading drafts of natural resource inventory.

Educated youth on sustainability and climate change.Demonstrated energy and conservation through hands-on experiments.Compiled and managed agricultural vegetation database for future GIS usage and mapping.