Marlon Harrington

Main duties consist of trail maintenance and monitoring/maintenance of project areas. Projects include construction of native plant communities and restoration of degraded habitat, survey of and cataloging species of fungus found within wildlife sanctuary for biodiversity atlas, general monitoring of endangered species found within sanctuary which include California Gnatcatcher, Crotch’s Bumble Bee, and Least Bells Vireo.

8 month research internship focused on investigating the influences of space use in Deer Mice (Peromyscus maniculatus). Included 1 week of field work and data collection with the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) in the Shaver Lake area of the Sierra National Forest. During that time I assisted NEON field technicians with aquatic plant surveys in remote streams, small mammal trapping in designated study areas, and plant surveys within quadrats focusing on density and diversity of plant cover. Outside of the field work potion I was part of a team of students preparing our report and compiling data in preparation for a presentation at a research symposium.

• Assisted with preparing project-related reports, presentations and manuscripts.
• Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
• Collaborated with team members for successful completion of research projects on time and within budget.
• Conducted literature reviews to identify relevant research articles and support project objectives.
• Presented findings at conferences, increasing visibility and recognition within the field.
• Visualised research findings through data tables, graphs and presentations.
• Selected research tools and methods to access and analyze required data.
• Optimized research methodologies through continuous improvement efforts based on feedback from peers or supervisors.
• Developed strong relationships with external partners, facilitating effective collaboration on multi-institutional projects.

• Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
• Maximized profitability with strategic upselling techniques during one-on-one interactions with clients at the point of purchase.
• Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

• Assist Customers with selection and service of products in the Fishing Department.
• Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
• Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
• Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
• Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
• Organized and prepared weekly sales reports in accordance with corporate guidelines.
• Prepared daily cash deposits for shipment with transport service.

• Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
• Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
• Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.