To work with an organization where I can continuously learn in the pursuit of achieving functional excellence, thus gaining maximum job satisfaction and optimum career growth.
Professional Highlights
CPR and First Aid Certified
MS State certification for handling endangered/threatened species
Educated and trained in Hazardous Communication and Materials
Trained in IT Security and awareness
Proficient in the use of SCS, CUFES, and several otherdatabases
SCUBA certified
Certified in boating education through the state of MS Department of Wildlife
Able to launch and trailer boats up to 17 feet
Experienced in water quality testing
Proficient with a microscope
Comfortable with all types of Chain of Custody forms
Trained as a Field Party Chief for sea going cruises
Experience
Fisheries Biologist I, 04/2011 - Current Henkel – Greenville, SC,
Field Party Chief on board NOAA contracted fishing vessels during the Gulf of Mexico Extended Annual Stock Assessment long-line project.
Prepare cruise reports and instructions as well as float plans.
Familiar with environmental sampling using YSI equipment, niskin bottles, CTD's, etc.
Collect samples for a variety of scientists and projects, record length and weight data on all specimens captured.
Extract otoliths, stomach contents and gonads from target species.
Analyze NRDA plankton samples by performing displacement volume measurements, manual sorting, counting, and measuring of specimens.
Identify ichthyoplankton (larval and juvenile fishes) using dichotomous keys and guides.
Familiar with Chain of Custody paperwork as used for SEAMAP and Deep Water Horizon Oil Spill work.
QA/QC of data entry into NRDA processing database.
Assist in outreach and educational programs for NOAA.
Laboratory Technician, 06/2010 - 04/2011 Yavapai College – Prescott, AZ,
Received and prepared seafood samples for chemistry and sensory analysis.
Homogenized fish and shrimp tissue.
Recorded any data in corresponding database.
Entered data collected from State and Federal DWH Oil Spill samples into database, performed quality assurance of Case files and datasheets.
Analyzed mercury content via DMA (Direct Mercury Analysis).
Managed supply inventory for National Seafood Inspection Laboratory.
Maintained and cleaned all laboratory equipment used.
Assisted in writing and transforming of SOP's.
Fisheries Observer, 2010 - 2011 Yavapai College – Prescott, AZ,
Lived on board assigned commercial fishing vessel throughout allotted fishing time.
Interacted daily with fishermen regarding regulations and protected species handling.
Provided independent catch estimates, sample species compositions, as well as fish ID's and measurements.
Completed any necessary life history forms.
Documented fishing activity such as: set times, coordinates, gear performance, etc.
Monitored and recorded marine mammal and bird interactions also carried out any other assigned special projects.
Recorded and reported all data to NMFS.
Volunteer , 11/2009 - 06/2010 Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve – City, STATE,
Collected various biological samples via trawls, seine nets, minnow traps, etc.
Aided with sorting, measuring, and identification of larval and juvenile fish as well as successful tagging and releasing of adult fish.
Also assisted with invasive species control and water quality tests.
Volunteer, 05/2008 - 06/2010 Institute For Marine Mammal Studies – City, STATE,
Assisted with office work and answered emergency phone calls.
Maintained both salt and freshwater aquariums and tanks for fish, decapods, and reptiles.
Guided field trips and visitors around the facility.
Trained to assist in dolphin rescues and recoveries.
Surveyed beaches, marshes, rivers and bayous for dolphin strandings.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Marine Biology, Expected in 2009 - University of Southern Mississippi - Hattiesburg, MS GPA:
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
Aided in the collection and catalog of specimens for the ichthyology course.
Obtained hematocrit samples from Atlantic Sharpnose sharks for elasmobranch course.
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