Daniel Armellino

Work History

Tennis Instructor

Robinswood Tennis Center

01.2020 - Current

1) Assisting with Junior Tennis Program and Beginner Tennis Program.
2) Organize beginner, intermediate and advanced Adult Programs.
3) Teaching private lessons.
4) Effectively communicate with customers in a timely manner.
5) Provide High level technical support.
6) Ensure good customer service is performed for every customer.
7) Engaging in education and outreach to diverse communities.
Supervisor: John Soriano (425-452-7665)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Data Management Specialist

NOAA Fisheries

06.2024 - 04.2025

Serve as an inseason advisor for the North Pacific Observer Program by providing consultation, direction and advice to the North Pacific fisheries observers in the effective monitoring and use of fishery survey gear use of commercial fisheries, protected species, fisheries research data, seabirds and marine mammal encounters.
Assess, track, and ensure that data collected by North Pacific fisheries observers are consistent with the North Pacific Fishery program’s established procedures and data quality standards, enabling data-driven insights on effective management of sustainable fishery
I maintain all of the observer sampling equipment, which includes repair, cleaning, and prepping (greasing and oiling of mechanical scales). Mending baskets with zip ties, battery replacement for digital cameras, salvaging parts from broken equipment to make other equipment usable. I have prepared SOPs (standard operating procedure documents) for the maintenance and repair of equipment in the office and in the field.
I have managed several calendars- the observer check-in calendar which is in the Observer Check-in Database, the gear check out calendar, which is a google sheet to track and schedule gear check-outs with observers and their stakeholder providers, and also the calendar used to schedule fisheries observers a\d provider staff to gain access to campus. I routinely contact observers and providers staff to schedule and reschedule appointments.
I represent the gear room during weekly FMA staff meetings, updating the program on the gear room activities and answering any gear related questions. I regularly interact with stakeholders to answer gear questions, provide expert equipment advice, and persuade observers to do a better job.
While serving as an Inseason advisor, also reviewing, gathering, analyzing and interpreting scientific and technical information that observers document in the field. This data is used to determine environmental impacts on Alaskan Fisheries and what quota can be allocated.
Assisting the North Pacific Observer Program training team preparing observers for sea data collection and deployment with proper use, operating and handling of sampling and safety gear in the North Pacific Gear Room. Observers collect their sampling and safety gear and that gear information is updated in the the Observer Gear Inventory System Database.
I routinely advised AFSC staff, observer providers, stakeholders and observers deploying to sea on the equipment they needed to bring to the North Pacific to do their job. This included safety equipment like life jackets and immersion suit, down to the number of pencils and clipboards they needed to take to Alaska to do their jobs.
I have worked several times a year with the other divisions within the Alaska Fisheries Science Center and the Northwest Fisheries Science center to provide access to survey gear, and safety gear. I advise them on equipment to take (i.e survey safety gear).
I am an expert in using the observer gear inventory system database to organize and track observer gear and equipment. I have used the database for the past 5 years in my position, I also have extensive experience with EXCEL spreadsheets and google sheets, having used them to track observer deployments and gear.
I have assembled over 1,600 sets of observer gear that have been deployed to the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program which is used to collect fishery dependant data. I average 400 gear sets per year.
Daily planned and unplanned maintenance, repair and fabrication of new and returned gear in the North Pacific Observer Program Gear Room. This includes cleaning gear that is dirty and retiring gear that is outdated.
Successfully worked with the North Pacific Observer Program for 8 years observing and managing gear and equipment.
I routinely cleaned and organized the NPOP gear room. I repaired all the observer data collection tools. I reorganized the gear facility to make the gear processes more efficient. Communicated regularly with supervisors to improve the gear room facilities, especially during the covid 19 protocols where entry to the facility was limited and contactless sample equipment had to be issued.
I've prepared several SOPs for the North Pacific Observer Program Gear team. These include Observer Gear Inventory System (OGIS) quick reference sheets. I have also prepared documents used by the program for scale maintenance and gear cleaning instructions for observers/scientists in the field.

North Pacific Gear Room Specialist

Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission

05.2019 - 03.2024

1) Serve as an inseason advisor for the North Pacific Observer Program by providing consultation, direction and advice to the North Pacific fisheries observers in the effective monitoring and use of fishery survey gear use of commercial fisheries, protected species, fisheries research data, seabirds and marine mammal encounters.
2) Assess, track, and ensure that data collected by North Pacific fisheries observers are consistent with the North Pacific Fishery program’s established procedures and data quality standards, enabling data-driven insights on effective management of sustainable fishery
3) I maintain all of the observer sampling equipment, which includes repair, cleaning, and prepping (greasing and oiling of mechanical scales). Mending baskets with zip ties, battery replacement for digital cameras, salvaging parts from broken equipment to make other equipment usable. I have prepared SOPs (standard operating procedure documents) for the maintenance and repair of equipment in the office and in the field.
4) I have managed several calendars- the observer check-in calendar which is in the Observer Check-in Database, the gear check out calendar, which is a google sheet to track and schedule gear check-outs with observers and their stakeholder providers, and also the calendar used to schedule fisheries observers ad provider staff to gain access to campus. I routinely contact observers and providers staff to schedule and reschedule appointments.
5) I represent the gear room during weekly FMA staff meetings, updating the program on the gear room activities and answering any gear related questions. I regularly interact with stakeholders to answer gear questions, provide expert equipment advice, and persuade observers to do a better job.
6) While serving as an Inseason advisor, also reviewing, gathering, analyzing and interpreting scientific and technical information that an observers document in the field. This data is used to determine environmental impacts on Alaskan Fisheries and what quota can be allocated.
7) Assisting the North Pacific Observer Program training team preparing observers for sea data collection and deployment with proper use, operating and handling of sampling and safety gear in the North Pacific Gear Room. Observers collect their sampling and safety gear and that gear information is updated in the the Observer Gear Inventory System Database.
8) I routinely advised AFSC staff, observer providers, stakeholders and observers deploying to sea on the equipment they needed to bring to the North Pacific to do their job. This included safety equipment like life jackets and immersion suit, down to the number of pencils and clipboards they needed to take to Alaska to do their jobs.
9) I have worked several times a year with the other divisions within the Alaska Fisheries Science Center and the Northwest Fisheries Science center to provide access to survey gear, and safety gear. I advise them on equipment to take (i.e survey safety gear).
10) I am an expert in using the observer gear inventory system database to organize and track observer gear and equipment. I have used the database for the past 5 years in my position, I also have extensive experience with EXCEL spreadsheets and google sheets, having used them to track observer deployments and gear.
11) Alaska Fisheries Science Center Team Member of the year in 2020
12) I have assembled over 1,600 sets of observer gear that have been deployed to the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program which is used to collect fishery dependant data. I average 400 gear sets per year.
13) Daily planned and unplanned maintenance, repair and fabrication of new and returned gear in the North Pacific Observer Program Gear Room. This includes cleaning gear that is dirty and retiring gear that is outdated.
14) Successfully worked with the North Pacific Observer Program for 8 years observing and managing gear and equipment.
15) I routinely cleaned and organized the NPOP gear room. I repaired all the observer data collection tools. I reorganized the gear facility to make the gear processes more efficient. Communicated regularly with supervisors to improve the gear room facilities, especially during the covid 19 protocols where entry to the facility was limited and contactless sample equipment had to be issued.
16) I've prepared several SOPs for the North Pacific Observer Program Gear team. These include Observer Gear Inventory System (OGIS) quick reference sheets. I have also prepared documents used by the program for scale maintenance and gear cleaning instructions for observers/scientists in the field.
17) Multiple times per year I conducted an inventory of the safety equipment for the observer program. I recommend purchasing numbers to the contracting officer representative who does the contracts. I direct the purchasing agent on what items need to be purchased for the observer program, how many, and will do research to find vendors. I will update database
Supervisor: Brian Mason (206-526-4227)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Scientific Technician 2

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

01.2019 - 05.2019

Worked closely with the public to collect information on fisheries; properly implemented interview procedures and sampling protocols; accurately recorded data into appropriate data forms
Administered sample catch to identify fish specifies; retrieved snouts for analysis and obtained stock composition, age structure (scales), length information (legal and sublegal proportions), and hatchery/natural-origin proportions
Oversaw maintenance of equipment, including vehicles, boats, and scientific equipment; ensured optimal working conditions
Streamlined data collection processes for increased efficiency in scientific investigations.
Conducted routine maintenance on field equipment, ensuring accurate data collection during fisheries surveys.
Increased public awareness of fisheries conservation efforts by providing educational outreach programs and presentations to local communities.
Identified Washington-native resident fish species and kept accurate records of populations.

Fishery Observer

Alaskan Observers Inc

05.2016 - 04.2019

1) Act as an at sea North Pacific Observer by working aboard U.S.-flagged commercial fishing vessels to collect a wide range of data essential to the sustainability of fisheries resources in Alaska; enabled effective management of commercial fisheries in the North Pacific
2) Record fishing effort, location, and total catch information; facilitate sampling hauls to determine the species composition of catches; collect biological information such as size frequencies and sex ratios; ensured data accuracy
3) Manage various fishery research projects, including EFP (Halibut Research Project), Atka Mackeral Tagging Project, and Skate Vertebrae Collection Project; orchestrate the delivery of tasks to ensure timely completion; improved the governance, management, and economic and biological sustainability of the fishery
4) Record incidental takes and interactions of marine mammals and pelagic/non-pelagic seabirds with fishing gear and vessels in the Bering Sea and Pacific Ocean
5) Maintain a detailed logbook of sampling activities; monitor for and document compliance with fishing regulations
6) Lead and participate in ship based field research, compile data, compile data, develop data reports, and collect biological samples from North Pacific Osteichthyes, Chondrichthyes, Cetaceans and Invertebrates.
7) 350 sea days as a fisheries observer in the North Pacific Observer Program in Alaska.
Supervisor: Elaine Herr (907-581-2707)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Summary

Overview

Work History

Tennis Instructor

Data Management Specialist

North Pacific Gear Room Specialist

Scientific Technician 2

Fishery Observer

Education

Bachelor's degree - Marine Biology

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Accomplishments

Certification

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