Kevin Reed
Environmental Restoration
West Linn,OR
Summary
Driven and reliable worker with years of education in environmental sciences, landscape design, ecological system design, business management, and political campaign management. Experience managing a team to conduct ecological assessment of a site, campaign for environmental policy changes, and analyze and compile found data into a detailed report.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Habitat Restoration Specialist
Ash Creek Forest Management LLC
2023.10 - Current
- Restored native habitats through invasive species removal and native plant reestablishment efforts.
- Used a variety of methods to maintain previously treated ecological sites and promote biodiversity.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Used technical knowledge to optimize restoration of wetlands, forests, and riparian ecosystems.
- Managed invasive plant species through targeted removal efforts, promoting the growth of native flora and fauna.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and safely, fostering a positive work environment.
- Planted over 1000 native species per day.
- Frequently used power tools such as chainsaws, augers, brush cutters, and hedge trimmers as well as various hand tools.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts by using eco-friendly herbicide products when applicable.
Project Team Leader
University Of Oregon ELP
2021.04 - 2021.06
- Defined project scope, goals and deliverables that supported company objectives in collaboration with management and stakeholders.
- Gathered environmental data detailing any soil contaminants, wildlife threats, human created ecological harm, and any other harmful factors in the ecosystem.
- Utilized digital programming such as Google Earth, and Adobe Creative Suites to put together visual maps and illustrated findings.
- Performed ecological site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
- Interfaced and collaborated with GIS professionals to help communicate and illustrate findings.
- Inventoried trees, assessed biodiversity, monitored the health of the trees, and located sites of ecological damage.
Grass Roots Intern
OSPIRG Students
2021.01 - 2021.04
- Recruited and trained new volunteers through word-of-mouth outreach and grassroots campaigns.
- Engaged with supporters, stakeholders, local non-profit organizations, and community members.
- Organized and ran webinars, meetings, and events for other students and stakeholders of the campaign.
- Organized and conducted petitions for the campaign.
- Educated students and stakeholders about the importance of environmental issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 2017.09 - 2021.06
Skills
Environmental assessment
Accomplishments
- Achieved Team of the Month twice through working efficiently, collaborating, and bringing positive energy to difficult tasks.
Certification
Commercial Pesticide Applicator
Timeline
Commercial Pesticide Applicator
2024-02
Habitat Restoration Specialist
Ash Creek Forest Management LLC
2023.10 - Current
Project Team Leader
University Of Oregon ELP
2021.04 - 2021.06
Grass Roots Intern
OSPIRG Students
2021.01 - 2021.04
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
University of Oregon
2017.09 - 2021.06
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