Jace Reinken
Kapolei,HI
Summary
Skilled Biological Scientist focused on marine life. Exceptional research skills with demonstrated success in study design and execution. Well-organized and enthusiastic with good communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Debris Manager
Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR)
07.2023 - Current
- Achieved promotion to manager of the marine debris program
- Train volunteers on proper marine debris clean up protocols
- Schedule weekly marine debris clean up dives on areas of greatest need
- Lead groups of volunteers to clean up marine debris from local waterways while maintaining a safe excursion
- Educate local beach goers and fisherman on potential dangers to marine life
- Coordinate with local businesses to organize partner events
- Host community outreach events
- Sort and categorize debris for data analysis.
Deckhand, Photographer, and Social media manager
Ocean Joy Cruises
07.2022 - Current
- Perform a variety of duties as a deckhand
- Educate guests on Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins
- Inform about our involvement in NOAA’s dolphin smart program
- Spread awareness about threatened and endangered marine life
- Instruct passengers on safety procedures
- Capture memories through underwater photography
- Manage the company’s social media presence and outreach
- Monitor snorkeling activities for guest safety.
Marine Support Technician
Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR)
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Assist in marine animal rescues and urgent response calls
- Authorized to make in-field decisions
- Coordinate response plan with other in-field staff
- Act as a liaison between NOAA and HMAR personnel
- Transport injured animals to rehabilitation facilities
- Monitor Hawaiian Monk Seal well-being and facilitate safe environment.
Intern
Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR)
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Granted position in limited selection internship
- Respond to public sightings of animals such as Hawaiian Monk Seals, Green Sea Turtles, and seabirds
- Educate the public on animal safety and precautions
- Spread awareness of animal exposures to danger
- Perform data collection for scientific analysis.
Intern
Our Project In Hawaii’s Intertidal (OPIHI)
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Selected from student body to participate in researching marine ecology
- Coordinate research project with local non-profit called Malama Maunalua
- Worked with a team of peers to gather research data
- Gained experience in writing scientific proposals
- Planned step by step analysis for conducting self research.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Biology -
University of Hawaii at Mānoa
12.2022
Skills
- Open Water SCUBA Certification- certified with PADI
- Experienced free diver
- Field work experience, specializing in transects and quadrats
- Research and quantitative analysis
- CPR certified- American Red Cross (2022)
- Boating experience
References
- Mckinley Walter, (509)-218-8629, Mckinleywalter1@gmail.com
- Emily Greene, (603)-609-8345, Emily.greene2020@gmail.com
- Theo Steinman, (808)-864-1090, Theo@oceanjoycruises.com
Timeline
Marine Debris Manager
Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR)
07.2023 - Current
Marine Support Technician
Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR)
04.2023 - 07.2023
Deckhand, Photographer, and Social media manager
Ocean Joy Cruises
07.2022 - Current
Intern
Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR)
06.2022 - 10.2022
Intern
Our Project In Hawaii’s Intertidal (OPIHI)
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Biology -
University of Hawaii at Mānoa