Eric Carlson
La Grande
Summary
Experienced with coordinating and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to ensure seamless project execution. Track record of implementing process improvements and achieving project milestones.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Rural Engagement and Vitality Center
12.2024 - Current
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Management of middle school after school program (GO-ASAP) focuses on getting kids outdoors and active.
- Survey design and analysis experience
- Management of Cottonwood Crossing Student Institute a week long summer science institute for High school students.
- Management of Cottonwood Canyon Teachers Institute a week long summer science institute for K-12 teachers across the Pacific Northwest.
- Supervision of multiple employees and interns
- Evaluation and hiring process interviews
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
- Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Optimized resource allocation, effectively balancing priorities and managing competing demands.
Forester
Confederated Tribes Of The Umatilla
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Inventoried trees, assessed diversity and monitored health.
- Used aerial photos, GPS data and satellite maps to locate forest plots.
- Oversaw 1 new plantings and 2 pre-commercial thinning contracts each year.
- Supported stand improvement, thinning and economic projects by marking timber.
- Monitored contract compliance and results of forestry activities to promote adherence to government regulations.
- Established short- and long-term plans for management of forest lands and forest resources.
- Planned and implemented projects for conservation of wildlife habitats and soil and water quality.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Field Forester
Oregon Dept. Of Forestry
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Inventoried trees, assessed diversity and monitored health.
- Supported stand improvement, thinning and economic projects by marking timber.
- Used aerial photos, GPS data and satellite maps to locate forest plots.
- Created pre-commercial thinning contracts on private land.
- Participated in fire suppression and prescribed burning.
- Led community education projects on benefits of trees.
- Worked with the community in Lostine canyon to create a firewise community.
- Worked around heavy equipment. Primarily mastication equipment.
- Monitored contract compliance and results of forestry activities to promote adherence to government regulations.
- Established short- and long-term plans for management of forest lands and forest resources.
- Planned and implemented projects for conservation of wildlife habitats and soil and water quality.
- Directed and participated in forest fire suppression.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Managed invasive plant species through targeted removal efforts, promoting the growth of native flora and fauna.
- Trained new foresters in field techniques, safety protocols, data collection methods leading to increased team efficiency.
Timber Cruiser
Washington Department Of Natural Resources
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Timber cruise design.
- Maintaining forest inventory through variable plot cruising.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Forestry
Central Oregon Community College
06.2015
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Project Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Program Administration
- Project Planning
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communication
- Self-Directed
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Task Prioritization
- Strategic planning
- Detail-oriented
- Project management
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership and direction
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Project coordination
- MS office applications
- Program leadership
- Training and development
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking
- Data collection & research
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Team management
- Team training and development
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Relationship building
- Public speaking
- Scheduling and planning
- Budgeting and resource management
- Cross functional team builder
- Partnership development
- Team development
- Data analysis
- Performance monitoring
Timeline
Program Manager
Rural Engagement and Vitality Center
12.2024 - Current
Forester
Confederated Tribes Of The Umatilla
09.2019 - 03.2024
Field Forester
Oregon Dept. Of Forestry
04.2017 - 08.2019
Timber Cruiser
Washington Department Of Natural Resources
09.2015 - 04.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Forestry
Central Oregon Community College
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