Rebecca Malkewicz
Marina,CA
Summary
Experienced Naturalist who thrives on adventure, curiosity, and a passion for fostering a love of wildlife and the environment in others. Team-minded individual with extensive knowledge of wildlife biology and habitats, specifically that of the Pacific west coast.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Naturalist
Monterey Bay Aquarium
03.2023 - Current
- Wrote and delivered educational content on microphone for organization's public programs, to groups as large as 700 people
- Interpreted both wild and exhibit animal behaviors to guests
- Led and created staff and volunteer enrichments; compiled research topics into compelling PowerPoints and videos
Naturalist/Deckhand
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
03.2022 - Current
- Extensive knowledge of wildlife of the Pacific west coast
- Interpreted animal behaviors for guests
- Kept up with local wildlife, as well as relevant marine science topics and events throughout the world
- Used photography to identify well known individual whales
- Crewed for the company's 3 boats of various tonnage
- Fueled, handled lines, performed routine maintenance and safety drills
- Experience with adverse weather and seasick passengers
Boat Mate
Vagabond Cruises
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Worked as the mate on a 94-ton dinner cruise boat, 32-ton shrimp boat, an 82 ft dolphin sightseeing boat, and 65 ft sail boat
- Interpreted wildlife, brought wild marine life onboard for education; knowledge of animal handling
- Personally obtained several five-star reviews for excellence in hospitality
- Handled lines, plugged in shore power, refueled, pumped out sewage, scrubbed and rinsed down boats
Deckhand
River Street Riverboat Company
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Crewed on the company’s 230 ft long riverboat with 4 decks and 1000 passenger capacity
- Assured the safe docking and undocking of the boat by unfastening and fastening lines, in all weather conditions
- Performed regular maintenance and upkeep of the boat; painting, drilling, sanding, changing oil, proper disposal of waste
- Conducted engine room safety checks and switching over to and from shore power
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Carolina - Beaufort
Okatie, SC06.2019
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Group Presentations
- Environmental education
- Wildlife Interpretation
- Boat Handling
- Hospitality/Tourism
Certification
- Advanced Open Water Diver
- TWIC Card
- STCW Basic Training
- First Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Naturalist
Monterey Bay Aquarium
03.2023 - Current
Naturalist/Deckhand
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
03.2022 - Current
Boat Mate
Vagabond Cruises
07.2021 - 11.2021
Deckhand
River Street Riverboat Company
08.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Carolina - Beaufort
- Advanced Open Water Diver
- TWIC Card
- STCW Basic Training
- First Aid/CPR/AED
Similar Profiles
Kristy MarkowitzKristy Markowitz
Senior Bilingual Education Specialist at Monterey Bay AquariumSenior Bilingual Education Specialist at Monterey Bay Aquarium
ALYSSA SANDAGEALYSSA SANDAGE
Mammologist II at Monterey Bay AquariumMammologist II at Monterey Bay Aquarium
Francesca SanchezFrancesca Sanchez
Summer Program Bus Mentor at Monterey Bay AquariumSummer Program Bus Mentor at Monterey Bay Aquarium