About Me
I am a passionate and detail-oriented environmental professional with experience in the fields of education and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). I approach my work through the lens of education seeking to provide a better understanding and interpretation of each project. IÂ think of my career as a learning experience that continuously grows with each project collaboration. Please browse through my past projects, and feel free to reach out with any questions.
Professional Experience
Director, Core Services / Senior Biologist
Natural Systems Analysts, Inc.
October 2016 - Present
Administrating contract tasks to execute staffing and technical services for a 5-year, multimillion-dollar contract with the USGS Northeast Servicing Area. Managing GIS projects and proposals including the development of online mapping portals and applications for the Town of Dubois. Managing environmental projects and proposals including stream assessments, wetland delineations and GIS mapping for eyewitness testimony.
Natural Resources Specialist
Osceola County BoCC
May 2015 - October 2016
Assisted in coordinating and integrating all activities toward achievement of established goals of the Natural Resources Program. Coordinated the technical, administrative, educational and reporting duties related to the Phase II MS4 Stormwater Management Program NPDES permit and NFIP/CRS Program.
Environmental Specialist
Natural Systems Analysts, Inc.
October 2013Â - May 2015
Assisted with environmental projects including stream assessments, waste disposal plan, forest management plans, caracara monitoring and Everglades research data management. Prepared proposals for federal, state, and government solicitations. Created GIS maps and managed GIS and Excel datasets of wetlands for Reedy Creek Improvement District.
Science Teacher
Seminole County Public Schools
October 2007Â - October 2013
Managed classroom activities and labs and instructed high school students in Biology, Environmental Science, Earth-Space Science, Integrated Science (chemistry and physics), and Summer School Remediation for Biology End Of Course Exam.