Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Training
Certification
Work Availability
Timeline
KYLE COOPER

KYLE COOPER

Ely,MN
"I like the stock."
Keith Gill

Summary

Dedicated and passionate professional with over nine years of experience in sustainable land management, outdoor recreation, and adventure tourism. Strong project management, visitor service, and public relations skills. I have a proven track record of promoting sustainable land use and engaging visitors in outdoor activities. I will use skills gained through years of GIS data management and data analytics certifications to reorient career path to focus on data analysis.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Sale Forester

Greening Youth Foundation intern / U.S. Forest Service
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Prepared timber sales contracts and appraised timber sales
  • Created cruise plans and cruised timber sales
  • Conducted layout and quality checks of timber sales
  • Scouted future timber sales and made treatment recommendations
  • Ensured timber sales compliance with NEPA regulations
  • Created timber sales maps.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining progress towards meeting established objectives within specified timeframes.
  • Promoted public awareness about the importance of forests through educational programs at schools, community events, online platforms.
  • Inventoried trees, assessed diversity, and monitored health.
  • Facilitated communication between various agencies involved in forest management for effective coordination of resources and policies.
  • Changed and improved use of GIS data for Timber and Forestry projects.
  • Conducted extensive research using multiple sources of data to ensure accurate representation of geographic features on maps and in databases.
  • Leveraged advanced geoprocessing techniques to identify patterns and trends in datasets for actionable insights.
  • Enhanced GIS data accuracy by performing regular quality checks and implementing necessary corrections.
  • Combined remotely-collected and on-site data acquisition to generate unified geographic mapping information.
  • Designed standardized protocols for data collection, creating cohesive database input guidelines to streamline intelligence retrieval and exploitation.

Outdoor Adventure Specialist

Piragis Northwoods Company
04.2023 - 10.2024
  • Provided exceptional customer service for canoe trip planning
  • Prepared and inspected camping and canoeing equipment
  • Conducted pre-trip orientations and provided training
  • Collaborated with clients to create personalized trip itineraries
  • Coordinated logistics for multiple trips and emergency response procedures
  • Promoted environmental stewardship and responsible outdoor recreation
  • Worked collaboratively with a team of guides and support staff
  • Collected and analyzed customer feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.
  • Inspected tour sites for potential hazards and arranged for repairs when needed.

Off-Road Tour Guide

Extreme Arizona ATV And Jet-ski Rentals
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Guided groups of up to 20 people on scheduled tours.
  • Consistently received high ratings on customer feedback surveys, reflecting dedication to providing enjoyable and informative experiences.
  • Inspected tour sites for potential hazards and arranged for repairs when needed.
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
  • Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, cultural backgrounds, and language abilities.
  • Informed tour members of safety risks associated with attractions, confirming customer security.
  • Contributed to a 15% increase in repeat customers through exceptional service and fostering long-term relationships with clients.
  • Trained new hires ensuring they were well-prepared knowledgeable about their assigned tours before leading them independently.
  • Continued learning and updating knowledge about tour areas, culture and history to provide accurate, timely and exciting information to tour groups.
  • Planned and executed efficient tour routes by using maps and other navigational tools.
  • Adapted to unexpected schedule changes by being flexible and adjusting itineraries to keep tours moving smoothly.

Crew Lead Off-Highway Vehicle Specialist

U.S. Forest Service
04.2017 - 10.2022
  • Served as Crew Lead Motorized Off-Highway Vehicle Specialist
  • Enforced regulations and wrote citations for criminal activity
  • Safely operated ATVs and motorcycles for backcountry patrols
  • Assisted in recreation operation and maintenance plans
  • Educated visitors and enforced trail rules
  • Collaborated with partners and administered permits
  • Participated in trail maintenance and construction projects
  • Inspected recreation areas for compliance and safety
  • Managed records of visitor use and incidents.

Forestry Technician

U.S. Forest Service
04.2016 - 11.2016
  • Maintained campground facilities and interacted with the public
  • Conducted power tool operations and developed interpretive programs
  • Conducted wildlife surveys and operated 4-wheel drive vehicles
  • Assisted with fire monitoring and emergency response procedures
  • Presented educational talks and engaged with visitors.

Recreation Technician

Bureau of Land Management
09.2015 - 03.2016
  • Developed vehicle maintenance SOP for recreation fleet
  • Managed recreation sites and trails
  • Responded to public inquiries and concerns
  • Utilized digital tools for permits and data collection
  • Maintained a positive team atmosphere and improved visitor center services
  • Designed brochures, posters, and signage
  • Monitored compliance with Wild and Scenic River laws.

Education

Associate of Science - Data Processing Technology

Vermilion Community College, Ely, MN
05.2024

Bachelor’s Degree in Outdoor Recreation Leadership -

University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
01.2009

Skills

  • Data Entry
  • Customer Retention Strategies
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Credit adjustments
  • POS systems expert
  • Customer Support
  • Eligibility Determination
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Site Surveillance
  • Research coordination
  • Satellite imagery interpretation
  • Map production
  • Customer Service
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Product Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Web Scraping
  • Team Collaboration
  • Configuration Management
  • Database Management
  • Business Intelligence
  • Model Development
  • HTML and CSS
  • Consulting

Additional Training

  • Wilderness First Aid, CPR, AED
  • Chainsaw Certification
  • ATV/UTV/Dirtbike/4x4 Trainer
  • Trailer Driving Trainer
  • Heavy Equipment Operation (Back Hoe, Mini Ex, Bobcat/Skid Steer, Front End Loader)

Certification

  • GOOGLE Data Analyst Certificate
  • ESRI GIS Certificate

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Timeline

Pre-Sale Forester - Greening Youth Foundation intern / U.S. Forest Service
06.2023 - 02.2024
Outdoor Adventure Specialist - Piragis Northwoods Company
04.2023 - 10.2024
Off-Road Tour Guide - Extreme Arizona ATV And Jet-ski Rentals
10.2021 - 03.2022
Crew Lead Off-Highway Vehicle Specialist - U.S. Forest Service
04.2017 - 10.2022
Forestry Technician - U.S. Forest Service
04.2016 - 11.2016
Recreation Technician - Bureau of Land Management
09.2015 - 03.2016
Vermilion Community College - Associate of Science, Data Processing Technology
University of Oregon - Bachelor’s Degree in Outdoor Recreation Leadership,
  • GOOGLE Data Analyst Certificate
  • ESRI GIS Certificate
KYLE COOPER