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Denver, Co, Us

Centennial, Colorado, United States

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

-Conduct original research to determine if metals, agrochemicals or urban pollution on the eastern plains are adversely affecting food used by T&E fish species-Conduct algal colonization experiment using an agrochemical pertinent to the eastern planes or metals threatening Colorado reservoirs and streams -Sample presence & absence of algae, gut content of fish on the eastern plains of Colorado -ICP-MS, ICP-OES, HPLC, PAMF, Inflow colorimetry-Data analysis, compose literature… Show more -Conduct original research to determine if metals, agrochemicals or urban pollution on the eastern plains are adversely affecting food used by T&E fish species-Conduct algal colonization experiment using an agrochemical pertinent to the eastern planes or metals threatening Colorado reservoirs and streams -Sample presence & absence of algae, gut content of fish on the eastern plains of Colorado -ICP-MS, ICP-OES, HPLC, PAMF, Inflow colorimetry-Data analysis, compose literature review for a manuscript for publication-Assist in field work, hatchery work and work in other non laboratory settings -Assist in fabrication, maintenance, tear-down and general cleaning/maintenance of experimental apparatus in laboratories -Response to fish kills and spill events Show less

Denver, Colorado, United States

Colorado, United States

As a committee member and treasurer, I:-Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of the non-profit-Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to determine appropriate utilization of funds-Study herpetofauna in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals-Conduct biological surveys-Coordinating with private and government organizations on research… Show more As a committee member and treasurer, I:-Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of the non-profit-Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to determine appropriate utilization of funds-Study herpetofauna in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals-Conduct biological surveys-Coordinating with private and government organizations on research projects and public outreachColorado Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (CO PARC) is a state chapter of Southwest PARC (SW PARC), a regional working group of Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (PARC). PARC is an inclusive partnership dedicated to the conservation of herpetofauna–reptiles and amphibians–and their habitats.Keywords: wildlife | conservation | biology | research | treasurer Show less

Denver, Colorado, United States

-Monitor and implement the horticultural care of the zoo’s landscapes, exhibits, and specialty collections to the highest standard-Collaboratively design and implement all plant displays in responsible area-Work closely with animal care and animal health teams to implement planting programs within animal exhibits-Contribute to the zoo’s plant database-Execute Integrated Pest Management Program-Monitor irrigation systems, perform minor repairs, and coordinate with the… Show more -Monitor and implement the horticultural care of the zoo’s landscapes, exhibits, and specialty collections to the highest standard-Collaboratively design and implement all plant displays in responsible area-Work closely with animal care and animal health teams to implement planting programs within animal exhibits-Contribute to the zoo’s plant database-Execute Integrated Pest Management Program-Monitor irrigation systems, perform minor repairs, and coordinate with the Irrigation team on repairs- Collaborate with the Arboriculture team to maintain the tree and shrub collection(s)-Work with horticulture volunteers to contribute to a meaningful volunteer experience-Work with horticulture interns to develop their skills and provide learning opportunities to put their skills into practical application-Participate in snow removal operations -Help create a great guest experience through the plant community and interactions with guests-Participate in support for Denver Zoo Events including Zoo Lights, Flock Party, etc. Show less

Littleton, Colorado, United States

As a forestry technician for SSPRD, I:Prepare sites for trees, using manual and automated equipment, or herbicides to clear weeds, brush, and logging debrisIdentify diseased or undesirable trees and remove them-Spray or inject vegetation with insecticides to protect against disease, or with herbicides to reduce competing vegetationDrag cut trees from cutting areas and load trees onto trucksErect fences, using posthole diggers, shovels, or other hand… Show more As a forestry technician for SSPRD, I:Prepare sites for trees, using manual and automated equipment, or herbicides to clear weeds, brush, and logging debrisIdentify diseased or undesirable trees and remove them-Spray or inject vegetation with insecticides to protect against disease, or with herbicides to reduce competing vegetationDrag cut trees from cutting areas and load trees onto trucksErect fences, using posthole diggers, shovels, or other hand toolsPrune or shear treetops or limbs to control growth, increase density, or improve shapeKeywords: conservation | ecology | forestry | natural resources management | pest management Show less

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

As a graduate student teaching assistant, I have:Scheduled and maintained office hours to meet with studentsLead graduate level classes, discussions, and reviewsGraded examinations, assignments, or papers Met with supervisor to discuss students' grades or to complete required grade-related paperworkAttended lectures given by the instructor Developed teaching materials, such as study guides, visual aids, answer keys, or supplementary notesKeywords: toxicology… Show more As a graduate student teaching assistant, I have:Scheduled and maintained office hours to meet with studentsLead graduate level classes, discussions, and reviewsGraded examinations, assignments, or papers Met with supervisor to discuss students' grades or to complete required grade-related paperworkAttended lectures given by the instructor Developed teaching materials, such as study guides, visual aids, answer keys, or supplementary notesKeywords: toxicology | graduate education | scientific research | communication | education Show less

As a graduate research assistant, I have:Researched the chemical effects of air borne particulate matter on the human peripheral nervous systemIdentified, quantified, and imaged prion disease in miceDesigned and performed experiments with guidance from principal investigatorConducted literature reviews of toxicological and biomedical naturePerformed immunohistochemistry staining methods on paraffinized brain tissueAnalyzed experimental data and interpreted literature… Show more As a graduate research assistant, I have:Researched the chemical effects of air borne particulate matter on the human peripheral nervous systemIdentified, quantified, and imaged prion disease in miceDesigned and performed experiments with guidance from principal investigatorConducted literature reviews of toxicological and biomedical naturePerformed immunohistochemistry staining methods on paraffinized brain tissueAnalyzed experimental data and interpreted literature for presentation at research symposiumMaintained safe and cleanly BSL2 labKeywords: toxicology | scientific research | immunohistochemistry | microscopy | data analyzation Show less

Boulder, Colorado, United States

As a research technician for the Johnson Lab at CU Boulder, I have:Conducted research on parasites that cause detrimental health effects to amphibians and reptiles-Prepared literature reviews and summaries of research progress on disease community ecology, disease emergence, conservation and management implications of increased disease riskIsolated, identified and prepared reptile and amphibian specimens for examination-Examined reptile and amphibian specimens to detect… Show more As a research technician for the Johnson Lab at CU Boulder, I have:Conducted research on parasites that cause detrimental health effects to amphibians and reptiles-Prepared literature reviews and summaries of research progress on disease community ecology, disease emergence, conservation and management implications of increased disease riskIsolated, identified and prepared reptile and amphibian specimens for examination-Examined reptile and amphibian specimens to detect the presence of parasites-Collected, prepared, and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examinationMaintained lab safety standards, cared for live animalsAssisted with project development, design, and reviewKeywords: scientific research | wildlife conservation | community ecology | environmental health | data analyzation Show less

Westminster, Colorado, United States

As a customer service and sales representative for REI, I have:Attended to the needs and inquiries of customers-Outfitted and educated customers on product for their outdoor pursuits-Resolved conflicts when they ariseOperated registers and Point of Sales SystemsConducted routine sales floor management-Took inventory, stocked shelves, priced and tagged merchandiseGained additional training in the shipping/receiving department-Acquired product knowledge… Show more As a customer service and sales representative for REI, I have:Attended to the needs and inquiries of customers-Outfitted and educated customers on product for their outdoor pursuits-Resolved conflicts when they ariseOperated registers and Point of Sales SystemsConducted routine sales floor management-Took inventory, stocked shelves, priced and tagged merchandiseGained additional training in the shipping/receiving department-Acquired product knowledge on brand return policies and warranty procedures-Processed returns on damaged merchandise-Shipped and received merchandise product from vendors-Entered and managed product dataKeywords: outdoor education | data entry | customer service Show less

Bear Creek Lake Park

As a Park Ranger I have:Provided visitor services by explaining regulations, answering visitor requests, needs and complaintsProvided information about, and enforce, regulations such as those concerning environmental protection, resource utilization, public safety and accident preventionPerform emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of parkAssist with operations of general facilities, such as visitor centersPatrol specific area… Show more As a Park Ranger I have:Provided visitor services by explaining regulations, answering visitor requests, needs and complaintsProvided information about, and enforce, regulations such as those concerning environmental protection, resource utilization, public safety and accident preventionPerform emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of parkAssist with operations of general facilities, such as visitor centersPatrol specific area on foot, or vehicle, responding to calls for assistanceKeywords: park ranger | natural resources | parks and recreation | emergency medical Show less

1313 Sherman St. , Denver, Co

As a Hunt Planner, I have:Served as a point of contact to advise on the purchase of hunting and fishing licenses; answer questions about wildlife regulations, policies, and statutes Provided callers a detailed overview of state parks and state wildlife areas to inform their license purchasesAided callers in resolving human-wildlife conflictAssisted in developing marketing materialsTrained and supervised new employeesKeywords: natural resources | wildlife |… Show more As a Hunt Planner, I have:Served as a point of contact to advise on the purchase of hunting and fishing licenses; answer questions about wildlife regulations, policies, and statutes Provided callers a detailed overview of state parks and state wildlife areas to inform their license purchasesAided callers in resolving human-wildlife conflictAssisted in developing marketing materialsTrained and supervised new employeesKeywords: natural resources | wildlife | customer service | education Show less

Bear Creek Lake Park

As a natural resource technician at Bear Creek Lake Park, I have: Provided information about, and enforced, regulations such as those concerning environmental protection, and resource utilization-Patrolled natural areas to protect resources and prevent damageStudied natural resource management practices and researched methods for improved management strategies-Plan and implement revegetation of disturbed sites-Perform and lead trail construction… Show more As a natural resource technician at Bear Creek Lake Park, I have: Provided information about, and enforced, regulations such as those concerning environmental protection, and resource utilization-Patrolled natural areas to protect resources and prevent damageStudied natural resource management practices and researched methods for improved management strategies-Plan and implement revegetation of disturbed sites-Perform and lead trail construction effortsConduct invasive species management and biological surveys-prairie dogs, coyotes, blue birds, beavers, invasive plant speciesUtilized mapping tools, GPS, GIS, and Excel for data collection and analyticsPerform emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of parkTrain volunteers and new employeesKeywords: natural resources | wildlife management | wildlife biology | invasive species | parks | mapping Show less

Boyd Lake State Park, Loveland, Co

As an ANS (Aquatic Nuisance Species) Inspector at Boyd Lake State Park, I have: Conducted visual and tactile inspections of watercraft for the presence of ANS Performed decontaminations of contaminated watercraft, according to protocol. Collected, compiled, and entered data during the inspection process Operation of park trucks, trailers, gators, and decontamination machineryThis process is an essential ecosystem management practice enforced throughout the state of… Show more As an ANS (Aquatic Nuisance Species) Inspector at Boyd Lake State Park, I have: Conducted visual and tactile inspections of watercraft for the presence of ANS Performed decontaminations of contaminated watercraft, according to protocol. Collected, compiled, and entered data during the inspection process Operation of park trucks, trailers, gators, and decontamination machineryThis process is an essential ecosystem management practice enforced throughout the state of Colorado to prevent the spread of invasive speciesKeywords: natural resources | wildlife biology | invasive species | wildlife conservation | aquatic wildlife Show less

Davenport, Ia

As assistant manager for Active Endeavors outdoor retailer my responsibilities included:Communication with brand representatives, staff, and customers-Educated and outfitted customers about the best gear to suite their outdoor excursion-Managed employee schedule, assisted hiring and training processesConducted administrative tasks utilizing Microsoft Suite, POS, and internal software-Wrote purchase orders, processed warranties, shipped and received… Show more As assistant manager for Active Endeavors outdoor retailer my responsibilities included:Communication with brand representatives, staff, and customers-Educated and outfitted customers about the best gear to suite their outdoor excursion-Managed employee schedule, assisted hiring and training processesConducted administrative tasks utilizing Microsoft Suite, POS, and internal software-Wrote purchase orders, processed warranties, shipped and received productAssisted with marketing and event organizationLead merchandizing and visuals team Show less

Davenport, Ia

As naturalist intern at Nahant Marsh Education Center, I have:Created environmental education lesson plans for day camps Provided animal care for reptiles, amphibians, and avian speciesAssisted in administrative tasksAssisted in natural resource and wildlife management practices-Collected and tested water and soil samples for contaminants-Conducted biological surveys, removed invasive plants and fish species, constructed trails-Restored habitat and… Show more As naturalist intern at Nahant Marsh Education Center, I have:Created environmental education lesson plans for day camps Provided animal care for reptiles, amphibians, and avian speciesAssisted in administrative tasksAssisted in natural resource and wildlife management practices-Collected and tested water and soil samples for contaminants-Conducted biological surveys, removed invasive plants and fish species, constructed trails-Restored habitat and constructed shelter for reptile and amphibian speciesUtilized, Microsoft Suite, GPS, radio telemetry, electroshock treatment for invasive fishKeywords: natural resources | wildlife biology | naturalist | conservation | scientific research Show less

Master Of Science - Ms, Environmental Toxicology, Graduate

Activities and Societies: Research assistant, teaching assistant

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Wildlife Biology, Graduate

Activities and Societies: Wildlife Society, Study Abroad Program, Internship with CPW, Online Student,

Associate Of Science (A.S.), Environmental Science, Graduate