Watershed monitoring program lead for the Quabbin and Ware watersheds

-Conduct routine and non-routine reservoir and tributary sampling and analysis for Wachusett and Sudbury Reservoirs. Assist with preparation of bottles and field equipment, compile and upload data, and help with data interpretation and presentation.-Use R to automate production of tables, graphs, and figures to be used in Environmental Quality Assessments and Water Quality Reports.-Monitor forestry sites for short term and long term water quality impacts during dry and wet weather and… Show more -Conduct routine and non-routine reservoir and tributary sampling and analysis for Wachusett and Sudbury Reservoirs. Assist with preparation of bottles and field equipment, compile and upload data, and help with data interpretation and presentation.-Use R to automate production of tables, graphs, and figures to be used in Environmental Quality Assessments and Water Quality Reports.-Monitor forestry sites for short term and long term water quality impacts during dry and wet weather and assist with production of all necessary reports. Help with installation of V-notch weirs.-Monitor watershed hydrologic budget (stream flow, precipitation data, snow pack). Collect and process continuous stage data, review old stage data, and import to database.-Investigate, document, and resolve issues identified during field inspections, communications with local officials, or following review of water quality data. Respond to reports of hazardous materials releases, septic or sewer failures, and other environmental threats as needed, and propose remediation.-Provide technical assistance to Conservation Commission and review projects for compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards and sound environmental principles and practices.-Participate in bird management program – daytime, evening, and weekend observation, harassment, and supervision.-Use fieldwork and online resources to help update GIS datalayers. Show less

- Statewide coordinator for the Acid Rain Monitoring Project- Environmental Analysis Laboratory Manager- Performed total phosphorous and chlorophyll-a spectrophotometric analyses for the Blackstone River project and watershed group clients- Coordinated and collected field samples for the Blackstone River project- Supervised undergraduate student employee in data management, laboratory glassware maintenance, and river sampling preparation- Assisted in the organization of… Show more - Statewide coordinator for the Acid Rain Monitoring Project- Environmental Analysis Laboratory Manager- Performed total phosphorous and chlorophyll-a spectrophotometric analyses for the Blackstone River project and watershed group clients- Coordinated and collected field samples for the Blackstone River project- Supervised undergraduate student employee in data management, laboratory glassware maintenance, and river sampling preparation- Assisted in the organization of environmental conferences- Created and distributed pH, alkalinity, and dissolved oxygen quality control samples for projects and watershed group clients Show less

- Collect stream samples for ambient, 303(d), and wet weather monitoring programs.- Record in situ stream data including pH, DO, temperature, conductivity, and flow.- Run coliform/E.coli and TSS tests on stream samples.- Collect aquatic macroinvertebrate samples from streams.- Perform visual assessments on 303(d) listed streams using a modified version of the Maryland visual assessment protocols.- Record thermal plumes in streams through a coordinated effort with Metro PD… Show more - Collect stream samples for ambient, 303(d), and wet weather monitoring programs.- Record in situ stream data including pH, DO, temperature, conductivity, and flow.- Run coliform/E.coli and TSS tests on stream samples.- Collect aquatic macroinvertebrate samples from streams.- Perform visual assessments on 303(d) listed streams using a modified version of the Maryland visual assessment protocols.- Record thermal plumes in streams through a coordinated effort with Metro PD helicopter pilots. Follow up with sampling at plume sites to identify illicit discharges.- Produce maps and provide input on the creation of watershed management plans.- Educate the public to encourage behaviors which improve water quality.- Analyze water quality data to determine long-term trends. Show less

Assisted students with GIS and physical geography assignments and technical issues.

Produced a report on local foreclosures for the client based on my exhaustive research, contacts with local government officials, and use of GIS to develop detailed maps.

- Used knowledge of biology and chemistry to identify invasive species and monitor stream water quality, wetlands, and forests while recording data using GPS units. - Responded to requests from employees and researchers and used my familiarity with GIS to develop high-quality geospatial analyses and maps to meet their needs.

Educated visitors from various backgrounds on the natural history of the refuge.