Winnona Hekrdle
**** *. ****** ** * ( Maplewood, MN 55109 ( 605-***-****
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain employment that will broaden my career on a professional level.
EDUCATION
? Pursuing Bachelor of Science, in Wildlife Biology University of
Minnesota; Twin Cities, MN
Expected Graduation Date: December 2010
? Chemical Engineering SDSMT; Rapid City, SD
September 2006 to May 2008
? High School Diploma Redfield, South Dakota
Graduation Date: May 2006
EMPLOYMENT CHRONLOLOGY
Biological Tech: Helena, MT
May - August 2009 & July 2010
. Worked both independently and in a team conducting wildlife surveys in
the Helena National Forest through rough terrain and operating
government vehicles.
. Provided technical assistance in data collection for Black-backed
Woodpecker, Elk, Lynx habitat, Northern Goshawk, and Fisher (using
hair snare traps).
. Helped with the Youth Forest Monitoring Program, took them into a
burned area and showed them how to collect Black-backed Woodpecker
data that is used in forest management in that area.
. Acted as team crew leader with responsibilities that included:
gathering data/pictures from surveys completed, organized and
strategized the layout of the field work, created maps using GIS for
future sites, and built hair snare traps for the Fisher surveys.
. Obtained certification in First Aid and CPR.
. Participated in wildland fire guard school to obtain red card
qualifications for type 2 fire crews.
Professional Avian Trainer / Rehabilitation Aide: Wildlife Experiences
Inc.: Rapid City, SD
May - September 2007 & April - August 2008
. Worked with a non-profit organization that provides the bird program
and show at Reptile Gardens.
. Spoke to large audiences while handling wild birds.
. Answered audience questions about facts, myths, laws, and how-to
. Other duties included: cleaning cages, preparing food, training, and
rehabilitating injured birds.
Animal Care Staff: Research Animal Resources: St. Paul, MN
September 2008 - April 2010
. Provided care to a variety of animals: chickens, cats, dogs, rabbits,
rodents, and non-human primates.
. Worked closely with research groups, including veterinarians and
primary investigators, to provide the most comfort for research
animals possible, even if it was social or just basic caretaking.
WINNONA HEKRDLE
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University of Minnesota Parking & Transportation: Minneapolis, MN
November 2008 - Present
. Work independently in a variety of locations despite inclement
weather, providing direction to customers.
. Professionally deal with confrontational customers as necessary.
. Handle large amounts of cash.
SDSMT Chemistry Department Storeroom: South Dakota School of Mines and
Technology:
Rapid City, SD
August 2006 - May 2008
. Learned the skills of proper chemical storage/inventory, equipment
storage and maintenance, lab/sample preparation, and waste disposal.
. Prepared all chemicals for lab classes and disposed of them properly
after lab classes.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Proficient skills in GIS, MARK, R, all Microsoft Office Products, EES,
AspenPlus, E-Z Solve, and Visual Basic with Excel. Energetic, goal-
focused, and willing to take on challenges and responsibility. Excellent
work ethic, ability to work both independently and as a team. Strong
attention to detail. Excellent verbal communication skills enhanced from
past experiences with 4-H and FFA.
VOLUNTEERING
HONORS/ORGANIZATIONS/ACTIVITIES
? 4-H ? FFA ? Society of Women
Engineers
1995 - 200*-****-****
2006-2008
? Saint Paul Oktoberfest (Festival) ? SD Brown
Swiss Association
2009
1995-2007
? Research Animal Resources ? Horatio Alger
Scholar
2009
2006-Present
? Our Saviors Lutheran Church
1995-2008
REFERENCES
Denise Pengeroth Becky Svalstad
Forest Wildlife Biologist
Wildlife Experiences, Inc. Supervisor
Helena National Forest
P.O. Box 9663
2880 Skyway Drive Rapid
City, SD 57709-9663
Helena, MT 59602
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Kristina
Grinnell
Miranda Goff
Chemical Materials Manager
RAR Area Supervisor SD School of
Mines & Technology
University of Minnesota
501 East ST. Joseph St.
College of Veterinary Medicine
Rapid City, SD 57701
(281) 731- 9885
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