Camilo Rojas VI
Nacogdoches
Summary
Marine Corps veteran with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and energetic personality. Proficient in a wide range of forestry topics, with hands-on experience, and a commitment to environmental stewardship. Adept at both independent work and team collaboration, bringing strong critical-thinking skills, and a solution-oriented mindset to every task. Proven ability to adapt quickly, maintain discipline under pressure, and contribute effectively in dynamic environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Timber Cruiser
Stephen F. Austin State University
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducted timber cruising operations in loblolly pine stands.
- Accurately measured and recorded tree data to include diameter-at-breast-height (DBH), merchantable and total heights, and form discrepencies.
- Worked with a crew to successfully and safely navigate to designated plots across different topographies.
- Maintained consistent communication with the certified forester in charge to ensure accuracy of locations of plots and date collected.
- Accurately measured trees as part of a thinning study which monitored tree growth of loblolly pine following different thinning treatments.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
08.2007 - 07.2012
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Operated a field radio during training and combat operations.
Education
Ph.D. - Forestry
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12-2026
Master of Science - Resource Communications
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Forestry
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12.2020
High School Diploma -
Clear Creek High School
League City, TX05.2007
Skills
- Effective multi-tasking
- Workplace professionalism
- Solution-oriented approach
- Budget management
- Communication proficiency
- Conflict management
- Physical fitness
- Team collaboration
- Punctuality
- Exceptional writing skills
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Time management
Certification
- Gulf State Park-Alabama State Parks Technical Report
- Texas State Marketing Research Report
Accomplishments
- Alpha Zeta Chapter of Xi Sigma Pi Forestry Honors Society Inductee (2021)
- Graduate Student of the Year Nominee (2023)
Volunteer Work
United States Forest Service Louisiana pine snake study
Pineywoods Native Plant Center 'Jack Camp SFA Chapter of the National Association of Interpreters BioBlitz
SFA Forestry Field Station
SFA Forestry Root Camp
Adaptive hunting and fishing trips for various non-profit organizations
Relevant Teaching Experience
- Instructor - Oral Interpretive Programs
- Instructor - New Lumberjack Experience
- Lab Instructor - Wood Science
- Graduate Teaching Assistant - Introduction to Human Dimensions of Natural Resources and Forest Recreation
- Graduate Teaching Assistant - Forest Biometrics
- Graduate Teaching Assistant - Introduction to Careers in Forestry
- Graduate Teaching Assistant - New Lumberjack Experience
- Graduate Teaching Assistant - Forestry Summer Field Station (X4)
Other Research
- Needs and perceptions of visitors of the Sam Houston National Forest (United States Forest Service)
- Visitor experience at Gulf State Park (Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Timber Cruiser
Stephen F. Austin State University
06.2018 - 12.2018
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
08.2007 - 07.2012
Ph.D. - Forestry
Stephen F. Austin State University
Master of Science - Resource Communications
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor of Science - Forestry
Stephen F. Austin State University
High School Diploma -
Clear Creek High School
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