Connor Jacobs
E Syracuse,NY
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Conservation Biology major with a strong background in fieldwork, species monitoring and public education. Experienced in avian research, invasive species management and endangered species conservation. Possesses hands-on experience with multiple projects across the Central New York region as a FORCES Environmental Steward.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Young Adult Crew Member
Onondaga Earth Corps
Syracuse, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Performed green infrastructure maintenance projects throughout Syracuse, NY.
- Planted and maintained trees to enhance urban environment.
- Conducted invasive species management: monitoring, identification and control efforts, including Hemlock Wooly Adelgid surveys to monitor forest health and identify presence.
- Worked with community members to enhance green spaces within the city and promote environmental stewardship.
- Represented the program at the Urban and Community Forest Society (UCFS) Annual Conference and Trade Show in Henderson, Nevada networking with industry professionals and sharing program initiatives.
FORCES Steward
NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
17 Rippleton Rd, NY
04.2021 - Current
- Conducted invasive species management in multiple state parks in the Central NY region.
- Performed point count surveys and maintained bird boxes as an Audubon in the Parks steward at Green Lakes State Park.
- Worked with Chittenango Ovate Amber Snail Conservation Project, including field surveys, breeding program and public outreach.
- Monitored nesting sites and public outreach for the Piping Plover Project on Lake Ontario.
- Performed deer impact assessments at Green Lakes State Park.
- Participated in early successional habitat restoration, beaver dam removals, and native plantings.
- Installed and monitored spotted lantern fly traps and participated in ecological risk assessment.
Land Management and Public Access Steward
NYSDEC/FORCES
Syracuse, NY
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Photographed and assessed park assets in various locations in the Central New York Region.
Custodial Worker
ESM Central School District
E Syracuse, NY
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Performed custodial and maintenance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology
SUNY College of Environmental Science And Forestry
Syracuse, NY08-2025
Skills
- Ecosystem management
- Invasive species management
- Field surveying
- Field data collection and reporting
- Avian and plant species identification
- Public education and outreach
- Photography
Accomplishments
- Represented FORCES through the Healing Our Waters Coalition, Washington, DC, in November 2024.
Affiliations
- Wildlife photography
- Friends of Oakwood, Club Photographer
- Herpetology Club, SUNY ESF
- Birding Club, SUNY ESF
- Table Top Gaming Club, SUNY ESF
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Timeline
Young Adult Crew Member
Onondaga Earth Corps
09.2025 - Current
Land Management and Public Access Steward
NYSDEC/FORCES
07.2022 - 08.2022
FORCES Steward
NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
04.2021 - Current
Custodial Worker
ESM Central School District
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology
SUNY College of Environmental Science And Forestry