Rafael Murray
Portland, OR *****
***********@*****.***
Education:
University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
. Major: Bachelor of Science in Political Science
. Minors: Environmental Studies & Geography
. Dean's List - Spring 2008
. Graduation - August 2008
Work Experience:
Farming Apprentice, World Steward, Little White Salmon Biodiversity
Reserve, Underwood, Washington Jan 2010-Present
. Currently working to steward the forests, pastures and gardens on a
land trust.
. Operations include sustainable farming, sustainable forestry, and
animal husbandry.
Installer and Manufacturer, Atrium Shade Company, Seattle, Washington
Summer 2004-2008
. Installer of interior and exterior window blinds
. Required basic proficiency in carpentry, heavy machinery, basic
tool use, and electrical applications.
. Prepared marketing materials using Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
Forest Firefighter, Dusbusters Incorporated, Eugene, Oregon
Summer 2005-2007
. Trained in basic woodland firefighting tactics, re-forestry,
weather recognition and physical training
. Extensive training on danger, panic recognition, and subsequent
action response.
Related Experience:
English Language Teacher, Ana Maria Suarez School: Guayaquil, Ecuador
Spring 2009
. Developed curriculum and taught English language classes to
grades 1-7
. Participated in the construction of an urban vegetable garden
Website Designer, Cruz Roja Ecuatoriana (Ecuadorian Red Cross): Quito,
Ecuador Winter 2009
. Collaborated with another volunteer in designing a webpage
. Liaised with Red Cross representatives to brainstorm content
concerning the office's different programs
Farming Apprentice, Worldwide Organic Farming, The Tungurahua Tea Garden,
Banos, Ecuador Winter 2009
. Worked in a permaculture setting to raise and eat crops in a
sustainable manner
. Learned about various exotic species, their cultivation, and
harvesting techniques
Student Project Coordinator, AHA International, Kefalonia, Greece
Fall 2007
. Researched and presented sustainable agricultural methods for
reconstruction of a small village
. Researched and presented sustainable design methods for
reconstruction of a small village
. Utilized Microsoft Powerpoint for presentations
Student Trail Maintenance Worker, Student Conservation Association,
Seattle, Washington Summer 2002-2003
. Maintained trails, including installation of water bars, steps,
and wooden bridges
. Cleared non-native vegetation and reforested with native species
Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and Mac OX, Emergency First
Responder Certified, Rescue Diver Certified, Urban Farming, Bicycle Repair
& Maintenance, Carpentry.
Interests: Permaculture, urban farming, environmental science, scuba
diving, bicycling, sustainable agriculture and infrastructure, cooking, and
traveling.
References:
. Philip Grantham - School District Administrator - (206) 362-
5078
. Wendy Walker - Environmental Education Professor - (360) 650-
3504
. Frank Hutter - Pool Professional - 619-***-****