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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Environmental Science graduate with internship experience in consulting and conservation
Introductory background in a breadth of scientific areas encompassing wetland delineations, the Ohio Rapid Assessment
Method for wetlands, use of the Vegetation Index of Biotic Integrity, identification of Ohio woody plant species, soil science
and aquatic science.
Recognized ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges including new protocols and work
environments and application of novel areas of environmental science.
Proven leadership experience and training through student management position, participation in wilderness
leadership development, and as president of a student organization.
Intermediate level experience operating Trimble GPS devices, data input into ArcGIS and QGIS, YSI data collection
for use in mapping wetlands, forest data collection, trail mapping, and water and soil quality assessment.
Ability to work efficiently and independently in addition to being team-focused to produce quality results.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science, Ecosystem Restoration, 2016
Wetland Ecology  Scientific Methodology  Forest Ecology
Effective Problem Solving  Passion for Nature, Adventure, and Learning  Excellent Communication Skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MAD SCIENTIST ASSOCIATES, LLC, COLUMBUS OHIO May 2015 – August 2015
Seasonal Intern: Aided summer field work activities that included wetland delineations, ORAM assessments, Floristic
Surveys, water quality testing, plantings, use of hand tools and augers, outdoor education, and GIS field data collection
and ArcGIS and QGIS data inputs.
Key Accomplishments
 Understanding of the environmental consulting industry and effective interdisciplinary cooperation.
 Improved skills in plant identification, wetland assessment, and use of hand and power tools.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY , COLUMBUS, OH JAN UARY 2015 - PRESEN T
Student Assistant: Working under the Recruitment Coordinator for the School of Environment and Natural Resources,
I lead the organization and deliver campus tours for prospective students in addition to creating and maintaining the
Schools’ Ambassador Website and Instagram account showcasing current student stories and opportunities.
Key Accomplishments
 The creation of the Schools Ambassadors website <u.osu.edu/senrambassadors> and Instagram Account
<www.instagram.com/enrbuckeyes>.
 Growth in organizational and communication skills providing superb service for our prospective students.
THE HOLDEN ARBORETUM, KIRTLAND OH May 2014 – August 2014
Conservation Intern: Assisted in management of 3000 acres of natural area owned by The Holden Arboretum
including wetland delineations, ORAM assessments, invasive species management, riparian area restoration, trail
mapping, and invasive worm monitoring with the use of GPS equipment in the field.
Key Accomplishments
 Integral member in development of a Rapid Upland Forest Assessment used to record and manage The
Holden Arboretum’s Beech-Maple Climax forest system.
 Advancement of key knowledge required for comprehensive invasive species management plans.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY DINNING SERVICES, COLUMBUS OH August 2012 – December 2014
Student Manager: In Addition to working as a full-time student, I also worked 20 hours a week overseeing a
kitchen staff and handling of day-to-day shift responsibilities including opening and closing of the establishment.
Key Accomplishments
 Leadership development, ability to delegate tasks, and an increase in personal responsibility and integrity.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, COLUMBUS, OHIO
Bachelor of Science, Environment Science, Ecosystem Restoration Specialization awarded May 2016 (GPA 3.47)
 Undergraduate Research Assistant under Dr. Pintor PhD, School of Environment and Natural Resources.
o Assisted in the processing of wetland macroinvertebrate samples from Western Lake Erie Basin as part
of a project studying short term effects of coastal wetland restorations on biodiversity (2014 – 2015).
 Undergraduate Student Organization Officer, Coalition of Student Organization for the School of Environment
and Natural Resources.
o Club President (2014 – 2015)
o Coordinated biweekly meetings, monthly events, and fundraisers.
 School of Environment and Natural Resources Student Ambassador providing resources and advice to
prospective students navigating the transition into college. (2013 – 2016).
 Environment and Natural Resource Scholars member (2012 – 2014).
o Learning community based on the environment, sustainability, outdoor adventure, and leadership.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
 Wildland Firefighter Certification (RED Card) S-130/S-190: awarded by The Ohio State University
(December 2015).
 Fish Sampling Techniques of Ohio’s State Agencies: awarded by the F.T. Stone Laboratory of The Ohio State
University (September 2015).
 Wilderness First Aid (WFA): awarded by SOLO School of Wilderness Medicine (March 2016).
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
 Environment and Natural Resources Alumni Society Executive Board.
o Student Representative (2015, 2016)
 Honors
o Korb Endowed Fund (2012 – 2016)
o Lee Johnston Leadership Award (2015)
o Mel Olinger Memorial Scholarship (2012 – 2014)
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM
Human Societies and Sustainability- Australia (May 2013)
 Hands on learning with a focus on social and environmental interaction and sustainable practices.
 Traveled to the Daintree Rainforest, the Outback, and the Great Beerier Reef studying the holistic
interactions among each ecosystem and past and current management.
References attached

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REFERENCES
Mark Dilley, Co-Owner, PWS & Certified Senior Ecologist
MAD Scientist Associates
253 N State St, Suite 101
Westerville, OH 43081
P: 614.818.9156
cell: 614.531.9156
fax: 614.818.9157
E-mail: mark@madscientistassociates.net
Chad Knisely, Natural Areas Manager
The Holden Arboretum
9500 Sperry Road
Kirtland, Ohio 44094-5172
P:440.946.4400 ext. 133
cell: 440.602.8002
fax: 440.602.3810
E-mail: cknisely@holdenarb.org
Esther Dwyer, Recruitment Coordinator
The Ohio State University
School of Environment and Natural Resources
210A Kottman Hall, 2021 Coffey Road
Columbus, Ohio 43210
P: 614.292.2265
E-mail: dwyer.79@osu.edu