Jacob Alcorn
Seneca,PA
Summary
Recent graduate with a variety of experience and knowledge in parks and resource management. Career seeking and ambitious to work for agency that has goals to conserve and protect the outdoors and its natural resources. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and strong interpersonal skills. Well at working effectively unsupervised and quickly learning new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Worker
Pathways
Oil City, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of children.
- Documented observations of each child's behavior throughout the day.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving detained juveniles, including physical aggression, medical issues or suicide attempts.
Boat Launch Steward
Pymatuning State Park DCNR
Jamestown, PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Inspected grounds daily to identify potential hazards or damages caused by weather or vandalism.
- Collected data through surveys from visitor boaters
- Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.
- Managed daily operations of recreational facilities.
- Provided customer service assistance when necessary; addressed complaints concerning park operations promptly.
Park Patrol Officer
Delaware Seashore State Park
Rehoboth, Delaware
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed strategies for controlling invasive species in the park area.
- Inspected trails for hazards or maintenance issues and performed necessary repairs.
- Enforced park rules and regulations to maintain a safe environment for visitors.
- Responded to emergency situations involving visitors or wildlife on-site.
- Managed visitor traffic flow within designated areas of the park.
- Conducted regular patrols throughout the park grounds to monitor activity levels.
General Laborer
Michael Contracting and Trucking Comany
Oil City, PA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Ensured proper use of fertilizers and pesticides in accordance with safety regulations.
- Maintained and monitored landscape grounds, including mowing grass, pruning trees, and trimming shrubs.
- Operated various equipment such as tractors, lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers.
Custodial Worker
Farmers Daughter Hillcrest Farm
Seneca, PA
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors; dusted furniture; emptied wastebaskets and recycling bins.
- Cleaned spills in hallways, stairwells and other public areas; removed snow from sidewalks.
- Scrubbed toilets, sinks, showers, walls and windows; refilled soap dispensers and paper towels.
- Cleaned kitchen areas including counters, appliances, cupboards and dining area surfaces.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Parks And Resource Management
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA12-2023
Skills
- Visitor engagement
- Leave No Trace Principles
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Firearm Safety
- Fishing and hunting knowledge
- Professionalism, Self Motivation
- Outdoor survival techniques
- Problem-solving abilities
References
- Josh Botts, 814-671-5374, Minister
- Dr.Shawn K. Davis, 724-738-2599, Professor
Timeline
Childcare Worker
Pathways
02.2024 - Current
Boat Launch Steward
Pymatuning State Park DCNR
05.2023 - 08.2023
Park Patrol Officer
Delaware Seashore State Park
05.2022 - 08.2022
General Laborer
Michael Contracting and Trucking Comany
06.2021 - 08.2021
Custodial Worker
Farmers Daughter Hillcrest Farm
09.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Parks And Resource Management
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
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