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Connor Jacobs

East Syracuse

Summary

Dynamic environmental steward with DEC FORCES, skilled in invasive species management and conservation efforts. Successfully conducted bird assessments and contributed to the Piping Plover Project. Proficient in applying lab research to fieldwork while demonstrating strong public outreach abilities. Committed to enhancing biodiversity and ecosystem health across various park locations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

FORCES Steward

DEC FORCES
06.2021 - Current
  • Assessed assets at State Lands, Forests and other locations around the CNY region
  • Moved to the State Parks side doing more invasive management and working with species of conservation concern
  • As an Audubon in the parks steward, i have been involved in point count assessments of local bird species and bird nest box surveys at Green Lakes State Park
  • Involved with the Piping Plover Project at Sandy Island Beach on Lake Ontario
  • Work with a project that involves the Chittenango Ovate Amber Snail. The project involves site surveys, invasive species management, public outreach and rearing in the lab at SUNY ESF
  • Work within deer impact, beaver dam removals and park management in various locations

Education

Conservation Biology

State University of New York - ESF
Syracuse, NY
08-2025

Skills

  • Environmental awareness and involvement
  • Ability to identify invasive species

Timeline

FORCES Steward

DEC FORCES
06.2021 - Current

Conservation Biology

State University of New York - ESF
Connor Jacobs