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•Directed and coordinated the activities of hatchery employees and volunteers. •Determined, administered , and executed policies relating to the administration, facility maintenance, and standards of the freshwater hatchery operations.•Familiar with the latest techniques for collecting, fertilizing, incubating, spawn, and house fry for salmon and freshwater species.•Consulted biologists and other fishery personnel concerning feeding, rearing, and environmental requirements.

Iris Griffith Field Studies and Interpretive Centre.Experienced manager with excellent client and project management skills. Action-oriented with a strong ability to communicate effectively. • Performed routine site assessments, inspections and audits to minimize risk and ensure compliance for the general public for a nature sanctuary and field studies centre• Supervised university students and international and local volunteers to educate and support visitors, summer camp participants, and the community• Aided in planning, and coordination of cultural, educational, and biodiversity projects• Obtained permits, developed and maintained database to track permit and plan status and compliance. Filed appropriate renewals and coordinate payment of fees.• Improved and reorganized inventory of educational resources, equipment, and supplies• Collaborated with the scientific board and university students on seven marine monitoring programs for the Pender Harbour area• Managed student staffing needs for field study science research projects• Participated in public outreach campaigns including hosting the honorable Lieutenant Governor of BC Judith Guichon

Hardworking environmental technician with hands-on experience providing environmental monitoring and spill response. Knowledge of mining regulations and environmental regulations at all levels of government. • Provided support and assistance in environmental programs surface and ground water sampling, hydrology, slope stabilization and waste audits• Ensured environmental compliance with mitigation measures per federal, provincial and local laws• Performed ground water sampling and assisted with best management practices• Provided environmental training for new hires, supervisors and leadership, as well as for site specific requirements • Coordinated hazardous and toxic waste storage and handing on/off site• Applied conflict resolutions skills in responding employees, subcontractor and federal government agencies hazardous waste concerns and complaints• Key personal responsible for the wildlife deterrent program to ensure safety of staff and of animals

Very analytical and a demonstrated understanding of chemical analysis skills. Diligently performing required sampling while maintaining stringent sampling protocols.• Consistently performed detailed outfall and wastewater systems, collection and recording of field data for future sizing of treatment plant• Uploaded external scientific lab results and converted into spreadsheet formats using current computer reporting systems• Focused execution of details of the job in accordance with regulatory requirements • Assisted with the design of sampling programs• Evaluated flow regimes with SCADA software operating system• Contributed relevant data to the development of field and annual reports

Highly focused and dedicated animal care worker with a strong eye for detail and excellent service record. Extremely knowledgeable in a wide variety of animal features and behavior patterns. Adept at handling difficult and potentially dangerous animals with sensitivity and efficiency.• Planned and coordinated tasks associated with scientific research, recirculating aquaculture systems and wastewater systems• Established methods and techniques for feeding regimes, health maintenance, water quality sampling, and mechanical system operations• Developed health and safety programs • Assisted with developing standard operating pocedures • Performed daily maintenance inspections for fish tanks, plumbing, biological filters, ozonation, ultraviolet water treatment• Trained staff, students, and researchers in group or individual settings in regards to the health and regulatory requirements for aquatic animal research• Acting Chief Operator of the Aquatic Facility as required

Salmon farming experience includes:• Saltwater farms• Industrial scale hatcheries • Land based recirculating systems• Closed containment• Species farmed include: Atlantic and Chinook salmon, Rainbow trout, Crayfish.