Nathan Kline
California,PA
Summary
Disciplined worker holding a degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology. Served as a student chapter officer for The Wildlife Society and currently works for an ecological consulting firm based in Elizabeth PA as an assistant ecologist. Has completed an internship with SWCA Environmental Consulting, the U.S. FWS at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Skilled in wildlife surveying and monitoring, wetland delineation, flora and fauna identification, removal of invasive plants, and is competent with programs such as SPSS, Excel, RAMAS, and ArcGIS.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Natural Resources Intern
SWCA Environmental Consultants
2024.05 - 2024.08
- Conducted wetland and stream delineations, mapping their extent within an AOI. Used a combination of vegetative, hydrologic, and soil composition knowledge to characterize them.
- Carried out environmental impact assessments of pipeline "anomaly dig" sites, searching for points of potential environmental impacts.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports. Prepared Photologs and official documents, compiling our data into cohesive reports to be delivered to the client.
- Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.
Assistant Ecologist
Oikos Ecology
2023.09 - 2024.05
- Planted trees and shrubs within specifically chosen areas in ArcGIS.
- Removed invasive vines by window-cutting; removed Bush Honeysuckle with chainsaws, painting stumps with Glyphosate after.
- Collected and assessed macroinvertebrate samples alongside a member of Powdermill Nature Reserve.
- Constructed and maintained deer fences.
Student Chapter Officer
The Wildlife Society
2020.09 - 2024.05
- Served as Public Relations officer, as well as Freshman and sophomore class representative.
- Conducted fieldwork in the long-term monitoring of the endangered Delmarva Fox Squirrel.
- Assisted conservation ecologists at The Wilds, OH, with brush planting and Autumn Olive removal.
- Volunteered in the BirdSafe Pittsburgh survey on Pennwest California's campus.
- Coordinated with other members and staff to set up a networking event between students and alumni.
- Attended workshops and training during the 2023 student-led Conclave event.
Biology Intern
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Utilized Glyphosate in the removal of invasive plants across the refuge.
- Observed and collected data on roosting water and shorebirds.
- Monitored Nesting Osprey across four different sites.
- Studied signs of deer browse on sapling plants.
- Assisted with the collection of insect specimens across forested and marshland habitats.
- Conducted a Heron rookery survey
- Helped other interns and USFWS service staff setup and run a youth fishing event.
- Studied growth of Phragmites across four treatment sites.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Wildlife Biology
Pennsylvania University of California
05.2024
Skills
- Plant and Wildlife identification
- Wetland Delineation
- Live animal trapping, handling, and tagging
- Invasive plant identification and removal
- Macroinvertebrate sampling
- Use of data entry software
- Pesticide application
- Writing and Communication
- Data Analysis
- GPS navigation
- Use of power tools
Timeline
Natural Resources Intern
SWCA Environmental Consultants
2024.05 - 2024.08
Assistant Ecologist
Oikos Ecology
2023.09 - 2024.05
Biology Intern
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
2023.05 - 2023.08
Student Chapter Officer
The Wildlife Society
2020.09 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Wildlife Biology
Pennsylvania University of California
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