Shannon Collis
Eden,NY
Summary
Experienced biologist working with Threatened and Endangered Species. Effective at highlighting biological concerns to public through outreach and relevant studies. Highly experienced in National Environmental Policy Act, Mitigation techniques, and multiple field environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple projects and priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Episcopal Clergy
Dioceses Of Los Angeles & Western New Yorkork
Los Angeles, CA & Hamburg, NY
01.2008 - Current
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Biologist
USAF
Edwards, AFB CA
01.2002 - 11.2013
- Synthesized ecological implications into guidance for land managers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex environmental challenges and achieve sustainable outcomes.
- Investigated living and environmental conditions of mammals and determined solutions to habitat issues.
- Advised land managers on best practices for enhancing biodiversity while maintaining economic viability.
- Analyzed [Type] data to determine appropriate ways to protect wildlife ecosystems.
- Educated stakeholders about wildlife issues, fostering a greater appreciation for biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- Informed resource management decisions through the timely communication of research results to relevant stakeholders.
- Enhanced wildlife conservation efforts by developing and implementing comprehensive management plans.
- Improved habitat quality by conducting restoration projects such as invasive species removal and native plantings.
- Reviewed permit applications for potential impacts on protected species, recommending appropriate mitigation measures when necessary.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring adequate resources were available for critical conservation projects without overspending.
- Presented talks to public and school groups to encourage interest in STEM topics.
- Coordinated multi-agency initiatives aimed at addressing shared conservation challenges across jurisdictional boundaries.
- Conducted population surveys for various species, resulting in valuable data for informed decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify new methods to protect [Type] species.
- Obtained wildlife biological data through trapping and tagging animals and waterfowl.
- Conducted game area surveys to determine variety of fauna and number of individuals of each species.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of proposed land-use changes, providing recommendations that minimized negative impacts on wildlife populations.
- Contributed to policy development by synthesizing scientific findings into clear and actionable guidance documents.
- Participated in habitat development and improvement activities.
- Recommended and formulated procedures, policies, and guidelines for assigned programs.
- Developed innovative research methodologies that enhanced data collection efficiency while minimizing disturbance to wildlife populations.
Natural Resource Specialist
Beaure Of Land Management
Barstow, CA
- Coordinated with partner organizations to ensure efficient use of shared resources and collaborative problem-solving efforts in addressing complex environmental challenges.
- Formulated economic models, forecasts and scenarios to predict future economic and environmental outcomes.
- Assessed costs and benefits of activities, policies and regulations that affected environment and natural resource stocks and appraised environmental impact.
- Advised managers on adaptive management approaches based on changing ecological conditions and new scientific findings related to natural resource issues.
Biologist
US Geological Survey
Riverside, CA
Biologist
USAF
Edwards AFB, CA
01.1994 - 08.1997
- Presented findings at conferences and seminars, effectively communicating results to peers and stakeholders.
- Presented talks to public and school groups to encourage interest in STEM topics.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify new methods to protect [Type] species.
- Contributed to the publication of peer-reviewed articles, disseminating knowledge within the scientific community.
Adjucunt Instructor
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA
01.1990 - 01.1994
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
Education
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Church Divinity School of The Pacific
Berkeley, CA05.2007
Master of Arts - Physical Anthropology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Anthropology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.1986
High School Diploma -
Chapparal High School
El Cajon, CA05.1973
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Technical Writing
- Land Use Planning
- Ecological Monitoring
- Wetland delineation
- Environmental education
- Endangered Species Management
- Environmental assessment
- Plant identification
Publication
Catching Large Groups of Ravens: A Note on Procedures using Rocket Nets
Western North American Naturalist, 73(2)
Ecology of a population of subsidized predators: Common ravens in the central Mojave Desert, California
Journal of Arid Environments 67, Supplements, 2006 pp.248-261
Timeline
Episcopal Clergy
Dioceses Of Los Angeles & Western New Yorkork
01.2008 - Current
Biologist
USAF
01.2002 - 11.2013
Biologist
USAF
01.1994 - 08.1997
Adjucunt Instructor
Southwestern College
01.1990 - 01.1994
Natural Resource Specialist
Beaure Of Land Management
Biologist
US Geological Survey
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Church Divinity School of The Pacific
Master of Arts - Physical Anthropology
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Anthropology
San Diego State University
High School Diploma -
Chapparal High School