Michael Carion
Kailua-Kona
Summary
Conservation professional specializing in wildlife management and compliance oversight. Demonstrated success in developing strategic initiatives for habitat preservation and community outreach. Expertise in wildlife population monitoring and stakeholder engagement. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member
Hawaii Audubon Society
Honolulu
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with board members to develop strategic conservation initiatives.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote environmental education.
- Reviewed and approved funding proposals for local wildlife projects.
- Assisted in organizing annual fundraising events for habitat preservation.
- Provided insights on environmental issues affecting Hawaii's bird populations.
- Attended board meetings and reviewed meeting agendas.
- Engaged in public relations activities to promote company mission, vision, values, products, services, and brand image.
- Engaged in fundraising and resource development efforts by reaching out to interested partners and donors.
Regional Director
Ducks Unlimited
Reno
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Coordinated fundraising events, ensuring smooth operations and strong volunteer support.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to secure major gifts and sponsorships.
- Managed donor database, maintaining accurate records and communication logs.
- Maintained accurate records of all donations received, tracking donor information in database systems.
- Researched prospective donors in order to customize donation requests and maximize giving opportunities.
- Coordinated with volunteers on all aspects of fundraising activities, including event planning, solicitation of sponsorships.
Deputy Director
CA State Department of Fish and Wildlife
Sacramento
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Developed policies to support wildlife protection and management strategies.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on wildlife management practices.
- Managed interdepartmental communication to enhance operational efficiency.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal wildlife laws and regulations.
- Reviewed project proposals to ensure alignment with departmental goals and objectives.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify areas for improvement and implement change.
- Represented the department at meetings, conferences, workshops.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, coached and evaluated personnel.
- Monitored and evaluated program effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary.
- Established relationships with external partners to expand services offered.
- Directed staff in the accomplishment of organizational objectives.
- Engaged stakeholders by providing regular updates on progress toward goals.
Wildlife Officer
CA State Department of Fish and Wildlife
Sacramento
06.1982 - 10.2012
- Monitored wildlife populations to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Conducted field surveys to collect data on habitat conditions and species distribution.
- Assisted in rescue operations for injured or stranded wildlife animals.
- Collaborated with local stakeholders on conservation and education initiatives.
- Enforced laws related to hunting, fishing, and wildlife protection activities.
- Investigated reports of illegal poaching and environmental violations.
- Provided public education on wildlife conservation and safety practices.
- Documented field observations and prepared reports for departmental review.
- Monitored animal populations using a variety of methods including radio telemetry, observation, and habitat analysis.
- Enforced federal, state and local laws related to hunting, fishing and other forms of wildlife recreation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA03-1981
Skills
- Wildlife conservation
- Strategic planning
- Compliance management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Community outreach
- Public speaking
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Sustainability practices
- Legal compliance monitoring
- Organizational leadership
- Leadership experience
- Policy evaluation
- Nonprofit experience
- Project oversight
- Resource allocation
- Operations oversight
Affiliations
- Avid birder with a high level of commitment to Native Hawaiian Birds.
- Bird field trip leader to educate the public about Hawaii's bird species and populations.
- Wildlife photographer with a small business involving bird and native wildlife photography.
Timeline
Board Member
Hawaii Audubon Society
01.2024 - Current
Regional Director
Ducks Unlimited
01.2018 - 05.2020
Deputy Director
CA State Department of Fish and Wildlife
10.2012 - 12.2014
Wildlife Officer
CA State Department of Fish and Wildlife
06.1982 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt