Nathan Shampine
Hockessin,DE
Summary
Knowledgeable in large scale ecological concepts and ecological restoration practices. Solid history of managing teams and driving operational success. Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and decision-making.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Natural Lands Manager
Mt. Cuba Center
Hockessin, DE
06.2011 - Current
- Responsible for the oversight of all land management and ecological restoration activities within the 1,083 acres of Mt. Cuba Center lands.
- Planned, coordinated, and oversaw departmental goals, objectives, and ecological land management activities.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute conservation initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
- Managed budgets, staff, equipment, and contract services to ensure resource allocation met project needs effectively.
- Mentored staff and public on best practices in ecological and environmental stewardship techniques.
- Collaborated across departments to create ecological educational programs that reinforce and support our the mission.
- Managed, coached, and motivated employees to work efficiently and effectively, while being productive and engaged in work.
- Responsible for recruiting, supervising, and supporting all staff, interns, volunteers, and contractors.
- Assisted with designing and conducting ecological research and monitoring projects both internally and in collaboration with external partners.
- Planned and delivered outreach to the community through, educational programs, professional lectures, and speaking engagements.
- Work cooperatively with the executive team on adopting and implementing organization-wide systems, and helping to guide and execute the strategic goals of the institution to support the organizations mission.
Adjunct Professor of Ecological Restoration
Temple University
Ambler, PA
01.2017 - Current
- Developed comprehensive course materials to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Taught ecological restoration courses, providing instruction to both graduate and undergraduate students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for academic improvement.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
Research Technician
Cornell University
Shelter Island, NY
04.2008 - 10.2010
- Responsible for trapping, immobilizing, tagging, collaring, and monitoring White-tailed Deer to collect biological information, as well as to determine the effects of 4-poster devices on deer movement and tick populations.
- Coordinated the collection of tissue and hair samples from hunter harvested deer to detect topical and internal Permethrin residues.
- Collected, organized, analyzed, and maintained an abundance of field data related to radio telemetry, vegetation surveys, and trail camera surveys. Trained and supervised interns in same.
- Established and maintained relationships with landowners and hunters to achieve project goals.
Ecological Wildlife Technician
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Albany, NY
06.2006 - 12.2007
- Maintained a database of biological, demographic, and geographic information related to bears harvested in New York State.
- Responsible for handling nuisance wildlife calls, and providing taxidermists, meat cutters, and DEC regional offices with the supplies needed to obtain biological information from harvested bears.
- Involved with field research projects such as waterfowl banding, mist netting, chronic wasting disease sampling, turkey trapping, and bear den surveys.
- Conducted wildlife population surveys to assess species distribution and health.
- Collaborated with local stakeholders to promote wildlife conservation initiatives.
- Developed educational materials to raise public awareness about native species protection.
- Analyzed ecological data to inform management decisions and strategies.
Salmon River Steward
NYSDEC Salmon River Fish Hatchery
Pulaski, NY
09.2005 - 05.2006
- Monitored fishing activities along the Salmon River by conducting creel surveys and interviewing fishermen to determine fishing effort during the Salmon spawning season.
- Educated fishermen on the rules and regulations of fishing on the river as well as conducted educational tours of the hatchery.
Wildlife Research Intern
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Grand Rapids, MN
01.2005 - 04.2005
- Served as part of a research team that investigated the effects of reduced conifer cover and an abundant wolf population on the survival of White-tailed Deer in northern Minnesota.
- Trapped, immobilized, and radio collared White-tailed Deer to collect information on seasonal movements, survival rates, and wolf predation.
- Extracted blood and urine samples to determine the health of individuals within the population.
- Conducted field research to collect data on local ecosystems and wildlife populations.
Education
B. S. - Environmental and Forest Biology / Wildlife Biology
State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Syracuse, NY12-2004
A. A. S. - Environmental Studies
Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY05-2002
Skills
- Understanding of ecology, ecological processes, and ecological restoration
- Educational presentations and public speaking
- Operating various equipment
- Diverse wildlife trapping, immobilization, and survey methods
- ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Power Point, Photoshop, Sharepoint, Google, and Locate III
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Staff management
- Task delegation
- Relationship building
- Operations management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Coaching and mentoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Managing operations and efficiency
Certification
- Society for Ecological Restoration, Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner, CERP (Current)
- NWCG Wildland Firefighter Type 2 (Current)
- NWCG Wildland Faller II (Current)
- DE Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Applicators License, Private Applicator (Current)
- First Aid Certification- American Red Cross (Current)
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Ecological Restoration
Temple University
01.2017 - Current
Natural Lands Manager
Mt. Cuba Center
06.2011 - Current
Research Technician
Cornell University
04.2008 - 10.2010
Ecological Wildlife Technician
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
06.2006 - 12.2007
Salmon River Steward
NYSDEC Salmon River Fish Hatchery
09.2005 - 05.2006
Wildlife Research Intern
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
01.2005 - 04.2005
A. A. S. - Environmental Studies
Finger Lakes Community College
B. S. - Environmental and Forest Biology / Wildlife Biology
State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry