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Overview
Work History
Education
Affiliations
Certification
Additional Information
Volunteer Experience
TRAININGS
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Kameryn Strickland

Pollok,Texas

Summary

Kameryn has at least three years of experience in the environmental field. She has experience in threatened and endangered species surveys, wetlands delineation and mitigation, habitat evaluations, and surface water assessments in Texas and Oklahoma. She has prepared Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Environmental Information Documents (EID), Housing and Urban Developmen (HUD) National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, wetland delineation reports, biological evaluations, biological assessments and assisted clients to maintain regulatory compliance with federal agencies. Kameryn has also prepared documentation for various projects including American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), hazardous materials technical reports, habitat assessments, jurisdictional determinations, and USACE 404 Permits. Focused Wildlife Biologist with field experience in various locations. Committed to implementing conservation practices and adhering to regulations to protect endangered areas. Skilled in research and reporting and considered valuable team asset.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Biologist

STV, Inc
06.2020 - Current
  • ESA Compliance
  • TPWD, USACE, USCG, USFWS, and NOA Coordination
  • Collection and analysis of data
  • Conducted wetland delineations, biological assessments, rare plant surveys, migratory bird nesting surveys, hazardous materials surveys, traffic noise studies, utility locations, pre-construction monitoring, construction monitoring, and fish relocations.
  • Coordination with landowners and project contractors.
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures for permitting and documentation under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), Migratory Bird Treaty Act, (MBTA), Section 106 of National Historic Preservation Act, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).
  • Proficient with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) used in collecting field data and mapping.
  • Figure creation used to support data collected in the field.
  • Promoted public awareness of environmental constraints through engaging presentations at public meetings and hearings.
  • Trained junior biologists in field techniques and data analysis methods, promoting professional growth within the team.
  • Assisted in preparing scope and fee estimates.
  • Maintained an awareness of project budgets and schedules to ensure assignments are completed efficiently and in a timely manner.
  • Conducted population surveys for various species, resulting in valuable data for informed decision making.
  • Streamlined data management processes, ensuring efficient access to critical information for decision-making purposes.
  • Created and reviewed permit applications for potential impacts on protected species, recommending appropriate mitigation measures when necessary.
  • Prepared detailed scientific reports based on findings.
  • Conducted hazardous materials studies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices through continuous professional development activities.
  • Collaborated with government agencies to monitor compliance with environmental regulations, addressing any violations promptly and efficiently.
  • Streamlined fieldwork processes by developing efficient sampling techniques, reducing time spent onsite.
  • Provided recommendations on application of environmental laws to stakeholders.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Intern

High Point Ranch
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Walked doe pens, Checked buck pens, Worked fawns, Bottle-fed fawns, Filled feeders, Checked water troughs, Checked fences, Daily Paperwork, Operated small machinery, Medicine administration, Wildlife photography, Pen/fence maintenance, Soil Collection, Cleaned Laboratory, Assisted in surgeries, Assisted in necropsies

Postal clerk

Stephen F. Austin State University post office
02.2019 - 05.2019
  • Log all incoming/outgoing mail, Put all mail in the appropriate post office box, Daily paperwork

Education

Master of Forestry -

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
05.2023

Bachelor of Science in Forestry Wildlife Management -

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
05.2020

Affiliations

  • The Wildlife Society, Texas Chapter
  • Society of Wetland Scientists

Certification

  • Associate Wildlife
    Biologist
  • Wetland Professional in
    Training
  • sUAS Pilot
  • Wetland Training
    Institute, Advanced
    Hydric Soils
  • eRailSafe System
  • Protected Species
    Observer
  • Project Wild

Additional Information

TXDOT PRECERTIFICATIONS
• 2.3.1 Wetland
Delineation
• 2.4.1 Nationwide
Permit
• 2.4.2 Clean Water Act
Sec. 404 Permits

Volunteer Experience

  • Wheeling sportsman event – Helped clean & process deer for disabled hunters.
  • Assisted local graduate student with the placement of pitfall traps for said student’s dissertation project.
  • Project Wild – Educated children on wildlife ecology and preservation.
  • Worked with local Girl Scout troops to organize and distribute 18,000 boxes of cookies.
  • Empty Stocking Fund - Sorted, organized, and delivered presents to families in need.
  • Lufkin Annual Christmas Parade - Participated in spreading the Christmas joy through the forms of a parade float in which I also helped build.
  • Diboll Christian Outreach - Organized, packaged, and delivered Thanksgiving meals to families in need.
  • First United Methodist Church - Assisted in watching over the children's church, as well as, presented lessons.
  • Victory Assembly Of God - Helped watch the children in children's church.

TRAININGS

• Advanced Hydric Soils 

• Wetland Delineation Training 

• Making Jurisdictional Determinations Under the Navigable Waters Protection Rule 

• S.W.I.F.T. Training (CDOT) 

• Species analysis Training (TxDOT) 

• A Revised ASTM Standard Webinar (ERIS)

Timeline

Biologist

STV, Inc
06.2020 - Current

Intern

High Point Ranch
05.2019 - 08.2019

Postal clerk

Stephen F. Austin State University post office
02.2019 - 05.2019

Master of Forestry -

Stephen F. Austin State University

Bachelor of Science in Forestry Wildlife Management -

Stephen F. Austin State University

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