Experience

Executive Summary: From Operational Readiness to Integrated Resource Management

My professional trajectory is defined by a commitment to public service, operational discipline, and technical versatility, commencing with distinguished service in the United States Marine Corps and culminating in a comprehensive career across federal resource agencies. My background integrates military-grade efficiency with advanced scientific and regulatory expertise.

I. Foundation in Military Service and Global Logistics

My career commenced with four years in the United States Marine Corps. This role was instrumental in building a foundation in complex mechanical diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and operational logistics. During this period, I gained invaluable international experience and honed my ability to maintain mission readiness while deployed to diverse and challenging theaters, including key locations in the Asia-Pacific region (Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan) and the Middle East (Kuwait, Iraq). This experience fostered exceptional adaptability, reliability, and precision under demanding conditions.

II. Academic Focus and Field Expertise

Following my honorable discharge, I strategically transitioned my technical aptitude toward Natural Resource Stewardship through specialized education. I successfully earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Forest Resources Technology from Central Oregon Community College, followed by further specialized coursework at Oregon State University.

During my academic tenure, I immediately applied theoretical knowledge to practical, high-impact projects:

• Private Industry Consulting: Executing precision timber cruising and inventory for private sector clients, ensuring accurate valuation and sustainable harvest planning.

• Aviation Safety: Performing the critical Wildlife Hazard Analysis (WHA) for the Redmond Municipal Airport, a pivotal study necessary for federal compliance and enhancing airfield safety protocols.

• Instructional Capacity: Serving as an adjunct instructor for Central Oregon Community College, where I mentored and trained the next generation of resource professionals, demonstrating leadership and deep subject-matter mastery.

III. Diverse Federal Resource Management Portfolio

My career progression within the federal sector is distinguished by its cross-disciplinary depth, spanning several essential roles across the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). This exposure has cultivated a holistic understanding of complex regulatory and ecological environments.

Key disciplines and areas of expertise include:

• Applied Botany and Ecology: Conducting inventories and management of sensitive plant species and ecological monitoring.

• Engineering Consultation: Providing technical support for civil works projects and infrastructure development in remote areas.

• Wildland Fire Operations: Participating in incident response and fuels management planning, combining risk assessment with tactical execution.

• Federal Law Enforcement: Regulatory enforcement and public safety within federal lands.

• Emergency Management Services: Deploying skills in planning and executing critical response services during high-liability incidents.

This comprehensive background showcases a unique ability to bridge operational efficiency (gained in the military) with rigorous scientific and regulatory compliance (gained in the federal agencies), positioning me as a highly adaptable and versatile resource management professional.