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KIERAN HOFMANN

Sammamish

Summary

Entry-level Environmental Science graduate with hands-on field and laboratory experience supporting ecological research, environmental monitoring, and habitat restoration. Experienced in plant propagation, environmental sampling, data analysis, and GIS mapping. Comfortable working outdoors in demanding conditions as well as in laboratory settings and collaborative team environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dog Handler

Dog Works Ranch LLC
05.2025 - 12.2025
  • Operated a shuttle to pick up and return dogs from client homes.
  • Supervised dogs in outdoor settings during variable weather conditions.

Research Assistant

Gonzaga University Biology Department
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Studied how temperature affects germination of native grasses and forbs used in post-wildfire restoration.
  • Collected and processed biological samples while maintaining accurate records and following sterile techniques.
  • Helped with lab prep, microbial and fungal transfers, and autoclave operation.
  • Analyzed experimental data using JMP Pro and Excel, created figures, and wrote a detailed report summarizing results.

Field Study

SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Collected ecological data on coastal and marine ecosystems using BRUVs, drone surveys, fish behavioral monitoring, and in-water sampling techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA
05.2025

Skills

  • Field sampling and environmental monitoring
  • Plant identification and propagation
  • GIS and spatial analysis (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS)
  • Data management and analysis (JMP Pro, Excel)
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Team collaboration and problem-solving
  • Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions
  • Microsoft office
  • Landscaping techniques

Certification

  • American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
  • PADI Open Water Diver

Timeline

Dog Handler

Dog Works Ranch LLC
05.2025 - 12.2025

Research Assistant

Gonzaga University Biology Department
10.2024 - 05.2025

Field Study

SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies
06.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

Gonzaga University
KIERAN HOFMANN