Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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References
Hobbies and Interests
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Robert Laman

Robert Laman

224 Conanicus Ave, Jamestown,RI

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic volunteer, hoping to utilize my experience and skills to preserve and protect Jamestown's resources. A creative thinker and problem-solver with a strong work ethic bringing forth a commitment to others and the greater good.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Conservation Commission Member

Jamestown RI
01.2023 - Current
  • Attend meetings, provided input, participated in all Conservation Commission activities.
  • Currently serving as Conservation Commission liaison to the Harbor Commission.
  • Created recently approved policy for ROW adoption for the Town of Jamestown.
  • Currently working on Update to the 2013 Shoreline Inventory (ROW) Report.
  • Organized and ran Conservation Commission meetings during the chairs absence.
  • Met with other stakeholders such as the Town Administrator, Executive Harbor Director, Harbor Commission, CRMC representatives, Audubon Society representatives and Friends of the ROW's to solicit and provide input.

Conanicut Island Sanctuary Volunteer

Jamestown, RI
04.2021 - Current
  • Assisted Chris Powell with Various projects at the sanctuary.
  • Performed various trail maintenance.
  • Supporting Member of the Conanicut Island Raptor Project.
  • Installed Osprey nests at Great Creek, Beavertail, Fox Hill Marsh and at the Sanctuary.
  • Rebuilt observation platform after the underneath supports collapsed.
  • Supervised and assisted with multiple Eagle Scout Projects.

Volunteer

Worcester Fellowship
01.2009 - Current
  • Served in various positions on the Board of Directors at Worcester Fellowship, a non profit outdoor church that serves the homeless and at risk population in the greater Worcester area.
  • Currently serving as Treasurer, duties include overseeing the finances of the organization, creating annual budgets, managing income and expense, and administering payroll.
  • Set direction and developed mission statement
  • Served as President of the Board. Developed organization by-laws, organized and ran monthly board meetings, appointed chairs of committees, administered and conducted annual board meeting, administered and conducted annual congregation meeting.


Director, Engineering Platforms

Waters Corporation
03.1992 - Current
  • Over 32 years of service at a world wide leader in Analytical Laboratory Instruments
  • Work well independently and also with others
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and independent thinking
  • Proven track record of results.

Volunteer

BSA Troop 2 and Pack 31
09.1979 - 01.2018
  • Served in various positions for Boy Scout Troop 2 and Cub Pack 31 in Marlborough MA
  • Served in various positions including Committee Member, Committee Chair, Assistant Scoutmaster, and Scoutmaster
  • Served as a Cub Scout den leader
  • Served in various positions including Committee Member, Committee Chair, Scoutmaster, and Eagle Coach
  • Awarded the BSA District Award of Merit.

Volunteer

Trinity Church
09.2004 - 01.2013
  • Served in various positions for Trinity Church, a UCC/ABC church in Northborough MA
  • Served as the Chair of Outreach Ministry
  • Established mission statement, ran monthly meetings, managed ministries budget, organized and ran mission events
  • Served on the Board of Deacons
  • Served as the Chair of the Board of Deacons
  • Set direction, oversaw clergy and staff, established and conducted annual reviews of staff
  • Organized and ran monthly Board meetings
  • Administered and conducted annual church meetings.

Education

BS - Electrical Engineering Technology

Johnson & Wales University
04.1991

AS - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Worcester Junior College
05.1988

Skills

  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Creativity

References

  • Steve Bois, Executive Harbor Director, sbois@jamestownri.net, (401) 423-1212, x 4340
  • Chris Powell, Conanicut Island Sanctuary, jchristopherpowell@gmail.com, (401) 524-1714
  • Susan Pellerin, Worcester Fellowship, office@worcesterfellowship.org, (508) 277-2421


Hobbies and Interests

  • Boating
  • Reading
  • Hiking
  • Carpentry

Timeline

Conservation Commission Member

Jamestown RI
01.2023 - Current

Conanicut Island Sanctuary Volunteer

Jamestown, RI
04.2021 - Current

Volunteer

Worcester Fellowship
01.2009 - Current

Volunteer

Trinity Church
09.2004 - 01.2013

Director, Engineering Platforms

Waters Corporation
03.1992 - Current

Volunteer

BSA Troop 2 and Pack 31
09.1979 - 01.2018

BS - Electrical Engineering Technology

Johnson & Wales University

AS - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Worcester Junior College

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