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Eleanor Erckenbrack

Petaluma,CA

Summary

An accomplished graduate in Anthropology from Cal State Chico, focusing in California archaeology. Successfully completed a field school program facilitated by California State University Chico, demonstrating a commitment to hands on learning and practical application. Possesses a grasp of archaeological methodologies and demonstrates a dedication to conserving California's rich cultural heritage.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Assistant

CA Energy Commission Cultural Resources Unit
01.2023 - Current
  • Compiled and entered Department of Parks and Recreation archaeological site records into ArcGIS.
  • Digitized California cultural resource reports for integration into ArcGIS.
  • Employed Adobe Acrobat to extract and organize essential cultural resource documents.
  • Initiated and managed requests for Sacred Lands & Native American Contacts Lists, distributing them via email.
  • Utilized Microsoft Excel to catalogue known cultural resources within designated project areas.
  • Skillfully summarized comprehensive cultural resource reports to meet specific ArcGIS requirements.

Sales Associate

Old Navy
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and credit card applications.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
  • Trained new associates on cash register operations, conducting customer transactions and balancing drawer.

Hostess

Mary's Pizza Shack
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
  • Documented reservations, alerted servers and managers of large groups and prepared seating.
  • Recorded available tables after seating each party using specialized seating software.

Tanning Consultant

Tan Tropics
10.2018 - 01.2020
  • Utilized knowledge of tanning products and skin types to tailor customers' tanning experiences.
  • Educated clients on health and safety of tanning facilities and procedures.
  • Maintained clean and stocked front counter area.
  • Updated computer system with client schedules, inventories and spa information.
  • Exceeded monthly tanning product and membership sale quotas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

California State University-Chico
Chico, CA
12.2023

Associate of Arts - Anthropology

Butte College
Oroville, CA
12.2021

Skills

Artifact Identification: Hands on experience with discerning prehistoric and historic artifacts. 

Field Technology: Instructed in the proper use of Emlid GPS receivers and Trimble devices for field data collection and mapping. 

Field Surveying Techniques: Skilled in employing compasses and pedestrian surveying techniques to conduct thorough site surveys. 

Excavation Exposure: Completed an intensive field school, gaining exposure to excavation techniques and excavation recordation. 

Mapping and Documentation: Proficient in hand drawn sketch maps and completing California DPR-523 site forms.

Geospatial Analysis: One year's experience in utilizing ArcGIS for visualization of archaeological data. 

Microsoft Office: Extensive use of Microsoft Office applications for organizing data. 

References

Gabriel Roark 

Senior Environmental Planner

California Energy Commission

Contact Information: Gabriel.Roark@energy.ca.gov

Dr. Carly Whelan 

Assistant Professor Anthropology Department

California State University, Chico

Contact Information: cwhelan2@csuchico.edu

Dr. Matthew O'Brien

Associate Professor Anthropology Department

California State University, Chico

Contact Information: mjobrien@csuchico.edu

Timeline

Student Assistant

CA Energy Commission Cultural Resources Unit
01.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Old Navy
10.2021 - 08.2022

Hostess

Mary's Pizza Shack
07.2020 - 08.2021

Tanning Consultant

Tan Tropics
10.2018 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

California State University-Chico

Associate of Arts - Anthropology

Butte College
Eleanor Erckenbrack