Jill Rotaru
Kahului,HI
Summary
Resourceful Field Associate experienced in data collection and analysis, field research, and public interaction. Able to effectively implement field protocols and use field survey equipment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Volunteer
NOAH
Kihei, Hawaii
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Searched for monk seals.
- Documented locations in reports and maps using GPS and topographic maps.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Erected protective barriers.
- Engaged with the public to raise awareness about seal protection and regulations.
- Distributed educational materials about seals and their environment and protection.
- Trained new volunteers.
- Collaborated with volunteers to foster a supportive and effective team atmosphere.
Wildlife Surveyor
US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management
Kahului, Hawaii
07.1995 - 10.2000
- Conducted field surveys to identify and monitor plant and animal species and habitats to support conservation and fair use efforts.
- Recorded detailed environmental data including canopy cover, cloud cover, incline, and plant species density and size.
- Compiled field notes and sketches into comprehensive reports that documented survey findings.
- Prepared detailed maps using survey data, GPS and GIS for planning purposes and regulatory compliance purposes.
- Participated in training sessions on safety protocols and best practices in the field.
- Collaborated with forestry experts on land management strategies.
- Analyzed aerial photographs, maps, and other data sources for surveying projects.
- Reviewed existing survey information to ensure proper placement of structures or features in relation to boundaries.
Education
Master of Science - Physics
California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA 09.1984 - 06.1990
Skills
- Species identification and documentation
- Field data collection and reporting using GPS, GIS and topographic maps
- Ecosystem monitoring and reporting
- Data analysis
Certification
Geographic Information Systems Certificate University of Hawaii: Applications of geographic information systems (GIS) with a special emphasis on using ArcView GIS.
- Database construction and techniques for spatial data manipulation, analysis, and display. Use of global positioning system (GPS).
- Cross-disciplinary applications in the natural and social sciences.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): forsurveys requiring access to secure areas such as the airport and harbor.
Timeline
Survey Volunteer
NOAH
08.2016 - 08.2020
Wildlife Surveyor
US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management
07.1995 - 10.2000
Master of Science - Physics
California Institute of Technology
09.1984 - 06.1990