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Samuel Latta

Palmer,AK

Summary

Natural Resource Specialist with background in environmental and economic analysis in State of Alaska adjudication setting. Researched, collected data and applied learned skills to assess potential impacts on environment and State interests. Applied critical-thinking skills and accepted industry theories when analyzing information to guide decision-makers for ideal economic and environmental outcomes. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised or in a team setting and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Natural Resource Specialist 2

Alaska Department of Natural Resources
Anchorage, AK
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducted field surveys and data collection to assess the potential impacts of proposed projects on natural resources.
  • Monitored compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to natural resource management.
  • Reviewed environmental impact reports prepared by outside consultants or agencies.
  • Evaluated proposals for new development projects for their potential impacts on local ecosystems.
  • Inspected sites for compliance with permit conditions related to construction activities near sensitive habitats.
  • Collaborated with other agencies or organizations involved in managing public lands.
  • Developed technical documents and public notices outlining project scopes and timelines.
  • Researched environmental and economic topics, with focus on oil and gas extraction.
  • Reviewed and determined environmentally-friendly business practices and proposed implementation to decision-makers.

Retail Associate

Great Northern Knives
Wasilla, AK
08.2021 - Current
  • Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
  • Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
  • Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
  • Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit.
  • Stocked and cleaned shelves while maintaining neat and orderly store.

Natural Resource Specialist 1

Alaska Department of Natural Resources
Anchorage, AK
10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Monitored compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to natural resource management.
  • Reviewed environmental impact reports prepared by outside consultants or agencies.
  • Participated in public meetings to discuss issues related to natural resource management.
  • Evaluated proposals for new development projects for their potential impacts on local ecosystems.
  • Inspected sites for compliance with permit conditions related to construction activities near sensitive habitats.
  • Researched current literature related to natural resource management techniques.
  • Collaborated with other agencies or organizations involved in managing public lands.
  • Coordinated efforts between multiple stakeholders when addressing complex environmental problems.

Natural Resources Technician 2

Alaska Department of Natural Resources
Anchorage, AK
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Communicated effectively with public to answer questions about forestry, conservation and sustainability.
  • Monitored campgrounds and visitor behavior for issues of concern, promptly addressing situations with composure and professionalism.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked with the Revenue and Billing system to receipt payments for land, permits, mining claims, and more.
  • Used the Revenue and Billing system to find payment history, current owed payments, loan length, and more.

Fish and Wildlife Technician 2

Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Palmer, AK
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Collected specimens, handled testing and analyzed results.
  • Contributed to research data pool by collecting and organizing information from various sources.
  • Conducted research into habitat and conditions of animals in wild.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.

Retail Associate

All Seasons Clothing Company
Wasilla, AK
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Stocked and cleaned shelves while maintaining neat and orderly store.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
  • Counted cash, made change and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
  • Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise in need of replenishment.
  • Assisted customers by phone regarding store operations, products, promotions and orders.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
  • Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
  • Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
  • Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit.
  • Assessed assigned areas and displays to maintain presentable condition, restocking and reorganizing merchandise.
  • Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
  • Prevented store losses using awareness and attention to detail to detect gaps for corrective action.
  • Drove sales by successfully employing upselling and cross-selling strategies.

Retail Associate

Sportsman's Warehouse
Wasilla, AK
08.2016 - 02.2020
  • Stocked and cleaned shelves while maintaining neat and orderly store.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
  • Counted cash, made change and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
  • Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise in need of replenishment.
  • Assisted customers by phone regarding store operations, products, promotions and orders.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
  • Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
  • Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
  • Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit.
  • Assessed assigned areas and displays to maintain presentable condition, restocking and reorganizing merchandise.
  • Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.

Farm Worker

Alaska Pacific University
Palmer, AK
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Plowed and tilled fields to prepare soil for crop planting.
  • Watered and fertilized crops consistently to promote healthy growth for later harvests.
  • Cultivated soil on designated areas of land to refine and prepare for planting.
  • Checked fields for rocks or other obstacles to prepare land for tilling and physical preparation for spring planting.

Retail Associate

The Home Depot
Wasilla, AK
05.2015 - 08.2016
  • Stocked and cleaned shelves while maintaining neat and orderly store.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
  • Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise in need of replenishment.
  • Assisted customers by phone regarding store operations, products, promotions and orders.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
  • Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
  • Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Outdoor Studies

Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK
04.2020

High School Diploma -

Wasilla Lake Christian School
Wasilla, AK
05.2015

Skills

  • Cash register operation
  • Prepared and packaged wholesale orders for distribution
  • Teambuilding
  • Flexible
  • Team management
  • Problem resolution
  • Project planning
  • Planning
  • Collaboration
  • People skills
  • Work ethic
  • Outdoor Skills
  • Activity coordination
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Customer service
  • Outdoor Safety and Security
  • Team Building
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Remote Office Availability
  • Blue Zone Knowledge
  • LAS Proficient
  • Document Locator Knowledge
  • State adjudication Knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Lived to 27 years with Type 1 Diabetes
  • Spent almost three weeks in the wilderness with Alaska Pacific University
  • Developed knowledge of campsite measurements and input data into spread sheets for Paul Twardock to pass on to the Alaska Parks Service
  • Developed a binder of product reviews for Alaska Pacific University and Sportsman's Warehouse as part of a practicum between both parties
  • Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Used the Department of Natural Resource's Revenue and Billing system extensively during my time there to receipt payments, find customer information, input park pass information, and more.
  • Adjudicated general permits and plan of operations amendments for the State of Alaska.
  • Developed knowledge of the Document Locator tool used extensively by the Alaska Division of Oil and Gas.
  • Spent a summer taking specimen samples on the Deshka River for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, maintaining a daily log, and reporting the day's findings in a timely manner.

Timeline

Natural Resource Specialist 2

Alaska Department of Natural Resources
01.2024 - Current

Natural Resource Specialist 1

Alaska Department of Natural Resources
10.2023 - 01.2024

Natural Resources Technician 2

Alaska Department of Natural Resources
08.2022 - 10.2023

Fish and Wildlife Technician 2

Alaska Department of Fish and Game
05.2022 - 08.2022

Retail Associate

Great Northern Knives
08.2021 - Current

Retail Associate

All Seasons Clothing Company
12.2020 - 07.2021

Farm Worker

Alaska Pacific University
06.2019 - 07.2019

Retail Associate

Sportsman's Warehouse
08.2016 - 02.2020

Retail Associate

The Home Depot
05.2015 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Outdoor Studies

Alaska Pacific University

High School Diploma -

Wasilla Lake Christian School
Samuel Latta