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Sara Dickinson
Encampment,WY
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Summary
Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency through meticulous management of right-of-way applications and compliance with federal regulations. Proficient in advanced data management using Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS Pro, driving accuracy and accessibility in technical documentation and case file maintenance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CONTRACTOR
DataAnnotation
08.2025 - Current
- Trained AI models to enhance accuracy, instruction following, and overall performance.
- Created guidelines to improve AI model responses.
- Create difficult problems to push an AI model's capabilities.
- Evaluated data quality and provided feedback to enhance annotation accuracy.
- Conducted regular quality checks to maintain high standards in project outputs.
- Resolved annotation process issues to streamline operations and enhance overall project efficiency.
LEGAL INSTRUMENTS EXAMINER, GS-0963-07, STEP 5
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
12.2017 - 09.2025
- Experienced user in Minerals & Lands Recordation System (MLRS, built on a Salesforce platform), Collections & Billing System (CBS), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, ESRI ArcGIS and ArcGIS Pro, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Reviewed right-of-way applications for compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations, the Minerals Leasing Act, and MLRS data standards.
- Facilitated communication of terms and conditions of ROW grants and NEPA stipulations to internal and external customers, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Reviewed reclamation cost estimates, NEPA-related documents such as reclamation plans and plans of development to ensure that the data required to perform adequate NEPA analysis was present.
- Processed renewals for right-of-way (ROW) agreements to ensure compliance with regulations and data updates.
- Built and maintained physical and digital casefiles, conducted research into easements, land exchanges, tenure, and sales, and used ArcGIS Pro to geo-reference maps & maintain shapefiles for ROW projects.
- Executed billing setup and cleanup in MLRS for 2024 and 2025 seasons, ensuring accurate invoicing processes.
- Supported MLRS transition by troubleshooting billing issues for multiple field offices.
- Maintained comprehensive records of current and past-due accounts, ensuring timely payment of late fees and penalties to uphold compliance.
- Used physical maps, aerial photographs, topographical maps, and Master Title Plats (MTPs) to accurately record data in relation to proposed new ROWs, renewals of existing ROWs, and amendments to ROWs.
- Submitted appraisal request packages to AVIS/IVIS for appraisal ROWs.
SOIL & WEED TECHNICIAN (CONTRACTOR)
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
Rawlins, Wyoming
05.2011 - 02.2017
- Managed weed monitoring and treatment programs in in Rawlins BLM Field Office.
- Maintained and updated GIS data of weed locations throughout the Rawlins Field office, approximately 3.5 million acres of public land surface.
- Maintained and updated Excel weed database to track infestations and record new occurrences, managing records for pesticide use permits (PUPs) and application status.
- Reviewed pesticide application permits to ensure compliance with regulations on BLM lands.
- Created and maintained maps for navigation to remote locations for effective monitoring and treatment.
- Assisted Noxious Weeds Program Coordinator with budgeting reports, allocating data to budgets, and presenting proposals for future funding needs.
- Assisted program coordinator with meetings, on-site examinations, and public presentations.
- Assisted in review and editing of NEPA documents for proposed oil and gas actions, or for ROW or range actions.
FREELANCE VIDEOGRAPHER & GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Self-Employed
San Jose, California
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Filmed and edited videos for clients' weblogs, enhancing online engagement through YouTube uploads.
- Edited raw video into polished final products, ensuring high-quality content delivery using industry-standard software.
- Captured high-quality video footage for various client projects.
- Edited and manipulated videos to upload and post to social media platforms.
- Designed business cards and print media for small businesses, strengthening brand identity and visibility.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
The Saratoga Sun
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Designed engaging layouts for newspaper articles and advertisements.
- Collaborated with editorial team to create cohesive visual storytelling.
- Developed branding materials including logos, flyers, and advertisements for local businesses.
DATA ENTRY CLERK
Startek, Inc.
Laramie, Wyoming
06.2007 - 05.2009
- Entered data into company systems accurately and efficiently.
- Verified data for completeness and accuracy, ensuring reliable information for decision-making.
- Trained new staff on data entry processes, enhancing overall team competency.
- Collaborated with supervisors to improve data entry procedures regularly.
- Handled business telephone port-outs for Comcast in a timely and accurate fashion and provided troubleshooting for other providers.
ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Brigham Young University Bookstore Graphic Design Department
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Associate Graphic Designer for 3rd largest university bookstore in the United States.
- Developed impactful graphics, logos, and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites to support marketing initiatives.
- Created diverse advertisements and logos for retail, enhancing brand visibility.
- Created marketing materials for university bookstore events.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to produce high-quality visual content efficiently.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Crafted engaging copy for various advertisements to effectively communicate marketing messages.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design & Illustration
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY08-2009
Associates - Graphic Design and Illustration
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO05-2001
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Regulatory Documentation
- Data analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- ArcGIS Pro
- Quality assurance
- Data Entry
- Records management
- Information synthesis
- Business communication
- Multilingual Communication
LANGUAGES
Romanian: Professional
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
- Basic Adjudication Fundamentals for Land: 6 Sept 2019 64 hours
- Beginning GIS for Realty Specialists: 17 Nov 2023 16 hours
- Writing & Plotting Legal Land Descriptions:15 Dec 2020 4 hours
- Bond Adjudication for Lands: 18 Feb 2020 16 hours
- Applied NEPA Process & ImpactAnalysis: 30 Sept 2021 24 hours
- H2S Safety Training: 13 March 2024 2 hours
- Getting Things Done: 26 May 2022 8 hours
- Oil and Gas Lease & Communization Agreements: June 13, 2018 8 hours
- Purchase Card Training: Nov 30 2023 1 hour
- Travel Card Training: Dec 19 2023 1 hour
- Administrative & Legal Source Materials (Self Study): 10 Dec 2018 30 hrs
- Entering Specialized Data into LR2000: 10 Dec 2018 4 hours
- MLRS for Land Use Authorizations and Billing, Land Tenure, Solid Minerals & Trespass (online training): May 22 2023 5 hours
- MLRS Billing Modules: December 2023 4 hours
Timeline
CONTRACTOR
DataAnnotation
08.2025 - Current
LEGAL INSTRUMENTS EXAMINER, GS-0963-07, STEP 5
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
12.2017 - 09.2025
SOIL & WEED TECHNICIAN (CONTRACTOR)
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
05.2011 - 02.2017
FREELANCE VIDEOGRAPHER & GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Self-Employed
08.2010 - 06.2011
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
The Saratoga Sun
05.2009 - 08.2009
DATA ENTRY CLERK
Startek, Inc.
06.2007 - 05.2009
ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Brigham Young University Bookstore Graphic Design Department
01.2002 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design & Illustration
University of Wyoming
Associates - Graphic Design and Illustration
Arapahoe Community College