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Victoria Sheldon
Fisheries Biologist
Summary
Energetic Oceanographer with a specialization in fisheries biology. Focused upon continued species health, well-being, and successful procreation of threatened and endangered species. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Monitor
States Marine Fisheries Commission - Catch Monitor
Newport, Oregon
11.2020 - Current
- Monitor commercial fishery vessel offloads at shore-based processing facilities in port of landing
- Collect data to support science, conservation, and management of PSMFC
- Collect biological information on priority species caught (ex: salmon and halibut species)
- Monitor sorting, weighing, and recording of IFQ catch as it is received or purchased
- Upload and transcribe data correctly in PSMFC database in timely manner
- Correct and report any discrepancies discovered in data
- Performed optimal monitoring duties while working odd, long hours in harsh climates
Fisheries Biologist
Alaskan Observers, Inc
Newport, Oregon
03.2019 - 10.2022
- Contractor for WCGOP/NOAA), Collect data on retained and discarded catch on commercial fishermen's vessels
- Enforced federal fishing and coast guard regulations while out at sea
- Worked independently in rough conditions and long, odd hours
- Collected counts, weights, lengths, otoliths, fin clips, gender, and speciate randomly selected discarded catch and transcribe data to database
- Reported and documented regulations evaded on commercial fishing vessels (and sometimes on land)
- Analyzed collected data to determine appropriate ways to protect wildlife ecosystems.
- Handled specimens and conducted tests according to established protocols, keeping efficient records on all experiments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- #1 West Coast Groundfish sampler in 2021
Sampling Assistant
PACOOS, Humboldt State Marine
Eureka, CA
04.2015 - 12.2018
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Assisted with Niskin/Rosette-CTD deployment, bongo and zooplankton nets
- Carried out chlorophyll filtration system processes
- Increased "at-sea" hours on Research Vessel Coral Sea
Education
Bachelor of Science - Oceanography
Cal Poly Humboldt
Arcatca, CA 01.2015 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Sierra College
Truckee, CA 08.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Knowledge of MSA and MMPA laws
Dichotomous key knowledge
Graphic design/Adobe Photoshop experienceKnowledgeable of Pacific fisheries and mammal species
First Aid/CPR
Data Entry
Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Teamwork and Collaboration
Decision-Making
Written Communication
ArcGIS, MATLAB, and R experience
Certification
GIS Technician Certification (University of California, Davis) - Current
Interests
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Timeline
GIS Technician Certification (University of California, Davis) - Current
09-2023
Scuba Diving Certification - Cozumel Dive School
11-2021
Monitor
States Marine Fisheries Commission - Catch Monitor
11.2020 - Current
Fisheries Biologist
Alaskan Observers, Inc
03.2019 - 10.2022
Sampling Assistant
PACOOS, Humboldt State Marine
04.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Oceanography
Cal Poly Humboldt
01.2015 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Sierra College
08.2010 - 05.2014