Jennifer Miller
Summary
Offering solid foundation in environmental science and conservation, with readiness to learn and grow in this field. Contributes to effective resource management and policy implementation through analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ready to use and develop research and data analysis skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Natural Resource Specialist
USDA NRCS
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with landowners to develop conservation plans, conservation practices in accordance with the Farm Bill and Inflation Reduction Act
- Understands all applicable NRCS and Farm Bill programs available to address resource concerns and explains cost share programs and payment procedures to applicants and contract holders
- Applies conventional and established conservation methods and techniques to maintain or improve production while conserving soil and water resources
- Provides input for and uses natural resources data and information generated by the Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Administers cost share programs
Outdoor Recreation and Wildlife Technician
Colorado State University
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Utilized GPS applications including AVENZA and Field Maps
- Experience conducting eDNA water sampling
- Utilized power tools (chainsaws, drills, angle grinders, weed eaters, brush blades), small engines (riding lawnmowers), and trailers
- Conducted gopher tortoise conservation: relocation, pen maintenance, and surveying
- Assisted with wildlife surveys for beach mice, shorebirds, deer, and macroinvertebrates
- ATV certified
- Worked independently and with small groups in various environmental conditions (extreme heat, smoke, high humidity, heavy rain, strong winds) and difficult terrain across the ranges of Eglin AFB
Internship
Phinizy Swamp
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Sonde deployment and data collection
- Processed samples for a range of water quality parameters including, but not limited to, eDNA, dissolved oxygen, nitrates, total suspended solids, turbidity, fecal coliforms, and pH
- Received training in EPT -Macroinvertebrate identification
- Lab Safety training
- Utilized trailers, boats, and company vehicles
Research Assistant
Augusta University
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Tracked gopher tortoise burrows at McDuffie Fish Hatchery under the supervision of Dr. Brandon Cromer
Research Assistant
Augusta University
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Researched rare-plant Pediomelum piedmontanum, which is a legume species adapted to serpentine soils, under the supervision of Dr. Stacy Bennetts
- Duties included seed collection from the field site, seed propagation, as well as tracking growth and plant health in tandem with heavy metal treatments
Education
B.S. - Ecology
Augusta University
Augusta, GA12.2022
Skills
- Conservation Desktop, Avenza Maps, Field Maps, MS Office, MS Outlook, Adobe software
- Knowledge of local flora and fauna
- Gopher tortoise translocation
- Invasive species management
- Water quality testing
- Introductory bird identification
- Trailering, winching, ATV certification
- Chainsaw, auger, gas-powered tools, mechanical tools
Timeline
Natural Resource Specialist
USDA NRCS
08.2024 - Current
Outdoor Recreation and Wildlife Technician
Colorado State University
05.2023 - 04.2024
Internship
Phinizy Swamp
07.2022 - 10.2022
Research Assistant
Augusta University
07.2022 - 08.2022
Research Assistant
Augusta University
04.2021 - 11.2021
B.S. - Ecology
Augusta University
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