Sara Baker Email & Phone Number

Athens, On, Ca

Charleston Lake Provincial Park

Leeds And The Thousand Islands, Ontario, Canada

• Assign tasks to, and oversee work conducted by the monitoring students• Wetland/freshwater water quality and benthic invertebrate sample collection• Forest health monitoring using EMAN protocols• Deerberry monitoring and material/berry collection for research purposes• Invasive species control, specifically removal of phragmites and Japanese knotweed• Ensure quality assurance and quality control during data entry• Prepare spreadsheets and upload data to the Information Centre on Ecosystems• Partake in cross training activities as a trainer and trainee

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Project lead on the environmental assessment of the effectiveness of a fence-culvert ecopassage installed on Highway 401 in the Frontenac Arch. In this position I worked for both Queen's University and the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO). I am currently in the process of working towards publishing my findings in a scientific journal.Skills Developed:• Managing, communicating, and developing an environmental project with multiple stakeholders• Excellent animal identification skills through experience with road kill• Producing an environmental assessment report for the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO)• Educated on current federal and provincial environmental policy and legislations• Practical experience with collecting and analysing scientific data with various technologies and programs• Independent and problem solving skills developed through experience of project management• Experience training undergraduate student employees

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

I conducted two separate Research Assistantships during my time at Queen's University; both of which were conducted under the supervision of Dr. Graham Whitelaw. The first was working on the EuroMaB initiative for The International Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities, and the second was creating a report which explored environmentalism through social media within Ontario.Skills Developed:• Understanding and executing directions from supervisors• Ability to communicate science to various levels of education andlearning types• Report writing• Active and efficient communication with differing stakeholder groups• Administrative tasks

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Assisted Dr. Gabriela Ibarguchi with teaching students course concepts for the class Wildlife Issues in a Changing World in 2019-20 school year, and Dr. Tim Burt with the same class in the 2020-21 year.Skills Developed:• Ability to communicate science to various levels of education andlearning types• Guest lecturing• Graded and provided feedback on student assignments• Held office hours to answer student queries• Applying effective classroom management skills such as communication, active listening, and leadership

Kingston, Ontario

A summer spent interning for the City of Kingston's Parks and Recreation Department as a horticulturist. I was responsible for the eastern half of the cities flowerbeds for the 2018 year.Skills Developed• Critical understanding of plant biochemistry, physiology andbiology• Managed records of daily expenses for reimbursement by thedepartment• Organization and efficient planning used to maintain flower beds in my designated area

Lansdowne, Ontario, Canada

Working a variety of roles (Maintenance, Park Ranger, Gate Attendant, Interior Ranger) over the course of employment. Skills Developed:• developed exceptional organizational skills which I provided through effective time management, communication, goal setting, self-motivation, attention to detail, decision making, and strategic planning• Supervision of maintenance park rangers (~5 staff)• Experience working in inclement/unpredictable weatherconditions• Developed excellent customer service skills• Taking initiative when grooming the campground and trails

Lansdowne, Ontario, Canada

• Management and supervision of staff (3 clerks)• Responsible for records and execution of inventory, sales andpayroll

Lansdowne, Ontario, Canada

Three years working at the Friends association for Charleston Lake Provincial Park. The first two years were spent as a clerk, working the front desk, and promoting store stock. Following this, I was promoted to Store Manager wherein I was entrusted with more significant tasks and responsibilities.

Master'S Thesis Degree, Environmental Studies, 3.78 Gpa

Bachelor Of Science Honours, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, 2.93 Gpa

High School Diploma

Governor General Award Recipient