Alec Bryla
Olyphant,PA
Summary
Versatile Environmental Educator with a proven track record at Pocono Environmental Education Center, excelling in environmental advocacy and team building. Spearheaded innovative wildlife education programs, enhancing community engagement and conservation awareness. Skilled in environmental communication and wildlife identification, adept at fostering a deep connection between individuals and nature.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Educator
Pocono Environmental Education Center
Dingmans Ferry, PA
03.2024 - Current
- Incorporated traditional ecological knowledge into curriculum materials whenever possible.
- Collected fees and tickets from group members.
- Monitored visitors' activities to confirm compliance with establishment or tour regulations and safety practices.
- Implemented safety protocols when handling live animals during educational programs.
- Organized events such as nature walks and bird watching excursions for community members of all ages.
- Researched current trends in the field of wildlife education to ensure program content was up-to-date.
- Built detailed knowledge on locations and points of interest to thoroughly answer guest questions.
- Participated in outreach activities at schools, libraries, museums, and other venues to promote awareness of wildlife issues.
- Prepared exhibits featuring live animals for visitors to interact with in a safe manner.
- Checked exhibits frequently for cleaning and maintenance needs to keep areas organized and tidy.
- Educated the public on wildlife conservation and management strategies through presentations, lectures, seminars, and workshops.
- Entertained visitors and tourists with various props and signs to maximize engagement.
- Answered questions, pointed out overlooked features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
Bookseller and Keyholder
Books-A-Million
Scranton, PA
05.2020 - Current
- Managed inventory and restocked shelves to ensure availability of popular titles.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Monitored and reordered supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Suggested additional items to customers based on their interests.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Processed payments quickly and accurately using cash registers.
- Conducted inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and identify discrepancies.
- Utilized coffee maker, espresso machine and French press to prepare coffee.
SPARCnet Survey Volunteer
Penn State University
State College, PA
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted with the capture and handling of red-backed salamanders for research project.
- Conducted surveys to monitor population size, health, and habitat of animals in the field.
- Collected data on animal behavior and habitats using SPARCnet technology.
- Conducted research into habitat and conditions of animals in wild.
- Assisted with capture, tagging, tracking, and release of wild animals.
- Identified and classified animals by analyzing characteristics and traits.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Dog Daycare Attendant
Puppy Paradise
Blakely, PA
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Enforced strict rules of conduct while interacting with animals in order to prevent potential harm or injury.
- Provided routine care for dogs such as feeding, walking, bathing, brushing and playing with them.
- Played with dogs to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Administered meals and medications according to owner instructions and schedule.
- Monitored dogs for signs of illness or distress and reported concerns to management promptly.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Facilitated socialization exercises to improve dog interactions and reduce anxiety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Fishery Science
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2023
Skills
- Climate change awareness
- Environmental law
- Environmental policy
- Air quality monitoring
- Wildlife identification
- Natural resource management
- Plant identification
- Environmental advocacy
- Environmental communication
- Data collection
- Team building facilitation
- Fishing techniques
- Basic knot tying
- Survival skills training
- Wilderness first aid
- Hiking safety
- Group management
- Campfire building
- Leave no trace principles
- Stargazing basics
- Kayaking
- Bird watching
- Canoeing
Timeline
Environmental Educator
Pocono Environmental Education Center
03.2024 - Current
SPARCnet Survey Volunteer
Penn State University
03.2023 - 05.2023
Bookseller and Keyholder
Books-A-Million
05.2020 - Current
Dog Daycare Attendant
Puppy Paradise
03.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Fishery Science
Pennsylvania State University
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