Daniel G. Sorensen has extensive experience in ecological restoration, invasive species management, and sustainability practices. He holds a Master's degree focused on invasive plants and restoration from the University of Washington and Bachelor's from SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry. Currently he is the Integrated Pest Management and Sustainability Coordinator at the University of Washington, where he facilitates sustainable practices. Previously he held similar roles focused on invasive species and natural resource management at Scenic Hudson Inc. and Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy.

1. Daniel G. Sorensen
EDUCATION
 University of Washington Seattle, WA
Master of Science candidate, current GPA 3.89
Research and coursework focus: Invasive plants and ecological restoration
 SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry, Syracuse, NY
Bachelor of the Sciences - Environmental Studies, May 2005, final GPA 3.6
Major focus: biological applications
 SUNY Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY
Associates of the Arts, May 2002, final GPA 3.93
RESEARCH INTERESTS
 The biology Invasive plants and their impact the landscapes they invaded.
 Control efforts of invasive plants in natural areas
 Restoration in urban areas and impacts of those actions
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Integrated Pest Management and Sustainability Coordinator, Grounds Management, University of
Washington, Seattle WA
June 2014-Present
 Facilitate integrated management practices for grounds staff to employ on the outdoor landscape of
University of Washington (UW) Seattle Campus.
 Responsible for the Grounds Management department pesticide use program.
 Coordinate with Intercollegiate and Recreation Athletics grounds staff to ensure all practices comply
with Salmon Safe specifications.
 Manage noxious weed populations on UW Seattle Campus and report actions to the King County
Noxious Weed program.
 Manage all regulatory reporting for Grounds Management in-house composting program.
 Investigate sustainability practices that could be implemented by grounds management staff
 Seek funding for projects related to sustainability for grounds management practices and/or
infrastructure.
Natural Resources Coordinator, Scenic Hudson Inc., Poughkeepsie, NY
Sept 2008-May 2014
 Managed invasive species activities on all Scenic Hudson fee lands including mapping, control,
exclusion/eradication, and contractor projects.
 Conducted various monitoring on Scenic Hudson managed or fee properties including annual
woodland pool monitoring; grassland management monitoring; and rare, threatened, and
endangered plant monitoring.

2.  Collected and propagated native seed for nursery stock and for specific projects. Created formal
collection and propagation protocols.
 Coordinated and led volunteer workdays related to natural resource management including invasive
species removal, native plant installation, and biological monitoring.
 Created opportunities to engage the public through learn and serve workdays and citizen science
activities on Scenic Hudson parks and properties.
 Produced outreach material to inform public about various natural resources projects and
educational material to train volunteers for various activities from biological monitoring to invasive
plant control.
 Created and maintained partnerships with government agencies and community groups in the
Hudson Valley for invasive species management, native seed collection, and volunteer
opportunities.
 Identified and implemented small scale (five to ten acres) ecological restoration projects located on
various Scenic Hudson fee lands ranging from tidal shorelines to mature forest habitats.
 Maintained and improved Scenic Hudson’s parks management MS Access based stewardship
database and manage parks team ArcGIS geo-database.
 Supervised full-time interns, volunteers in the field, and manage all personnel involved in specific
stewardship projects.
Biological Monitor, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, San Francisco, CA
April 2008-Aug 2008
 Performed biological and construction monitoring for a wetland and trail enhancement project in
order to protect the federally listed San Francisco garter snake and California red-legged frog.
 Monitored heavy equipment, used hand and power tools to clear vegetation, and relocated wildlife
outside of project site.
 Conducted aspects of ecological restoration including removing invasive species, constructing
protective fences, monitoring vegetation and wildlife, and revegetating sensitive habitat.
Ecological Restoration Specialist, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, San Francisco, CA
Feb 2007-April 2008
 Conducted all aspects of ecological restoration including removing invasive species, collecting and
propagating native seed, constructing protective fences, monitoring vegetation and wildlife, and
revegetating sensitive habitat.
 Controlled invasive plant species utilizing techniques including the use of hand and power tools,
propane torch, and herbicides.
 Inspired and served community members, including underserved communities and youth, in the
natural environment by coordinating, and leading volunteer workdays, educational walks, and other
events.
 Identified and cataloged the flora, both native and non-native, at the Park Stewardship managed
lands within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA).
 Prepared numerous technical and summary reports using work performed databases, GPS and GIS.
 Produced educational and outreach material for school groups, volunteers, and park visitors about
biological resources on specific sites. Regularly created content for informational kiosks.
Chief Ranger for Conservation, Norman J. Levy Park & Preserve, Town of Hempstead, NY

3. Jan 2006-Jan 2007
 Oversaw the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the park/preserve.
 Created and managed invasive species removal/control projects.
 Responsible for organizing work and shared the responsibilities of supervising a staff of twenty.
 Developed and implemented management plans for specific fauna and flora of the park.
 Used power tools such as brush-cutter, tractor/mower, hedge-trimmer, and hand tools.
 Interacted frequently with the public in the form of guided tours of the facility and as an ambassador
of the park.
CERTIFICATES AND TRAININGS
 Public Applicators Pesticide License, State of Washington 2014-Present
 Wilderness first aid and CPR
 Game of Logging Levels I & II certificate (chainsaw operation and safety, tree felling and spring
poles)
 Basic Wildlands Firefighting training
 Qualified Applicators Certificate in State of California (2007-2008)
RELEVENT SKILLS
 Field mapping using GPS unit (Trimble GPS unit with Terrasync and ArcPad software)
 Extensive plant ID experience
 Restoration design and field techniques
 Database management and project implementation
 Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint)
 ESRI ArcGIS software
 Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign and Illustrator
 Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (WA)
 US Army Corps Wetland Permit reporting
COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY GROUPS
 Washington Park Arboretum and Botanic Garden Committee (non-voting member) 2015-Present
The Arboretum and Botanical Garden Committee (ABGC) advises the University of Washington, City of
Seattle and The Arboretum Foundation on the management and stewardship of the Washington Park
Arboretum for the benefit of current and future generations.
 Garlic Mustard Working Group (Alaska, Oregon, and Washington) 2014-present
A working group of invasive plant managers and field staff to share observations, challenges, and report on
control efforts.
 Lower Hudson Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM) Planning
committee and Steering Committee alternate member 2013-2014
A state funded created to help coordinate invasive species control throughout the eight county lower Hudson
region of New York.