Lori K Delehanty
Email: ********@***********.***
Address:
City: Boise
State: ID
Zip: 83702
Country: USA
Phone: 208-***-****
Skill Level: Any
Salary Range:
Primary Skills/Experience:
I want a career position as an Environmental Biologist so that I may utilize my education, skills, and passion preferably in aquatic and/or marine environments.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Present Nova Southeastern University Bo, Fort Lauderdale FL 1/2001 to 12/2012 (Oceanography. Marine and Coastal Studies)
High School Dipolma from Boise State University, Fort Lauderdale FL 1/2001 to 12/2012
High School Dipolma from Evergreen State College, Fort Lauderdale FL 1/2001 to 12/2012
Job History / Details:
Professional Overview
In pursuit of a career as an Environmental Biologist, so I may utilize my education, skills, and passion; with a special interest in Aquatic or Marine environments, Biological Species (ES) and/or ecological management.
Accomplishments
Project oriented with strong history of completing projects and work assignments prior to deadlines.
Extensive professional experience conducting Data Analysis for biological parameters.
Work experience utilizing: GIS 9.3 ESRI, GPS, and SAS data systems.
Several years of research, writing proposals and technical reports in academic and professional setting.
Good working knowledge of Environmental Assessment policies, Federal regulations and laws (NEPA).
Able to interpret, utilize, and implement EPA laws and regulations: MMPA, ESA, CWA, and CAA policies.
Have proved to work well independently and as part of a team.
Have shown that I take direction well, and take descriptive notes for new methods.
Embrace diversity; have studied Island cultures around the world.
Completed archeology field school.
Excellent communication skills and professional experience giving presentations (Expert in PowerPoint).
Certified education in Off-Road Vehicles.
Professional training in Microsoft Excel, and Outlook applications.
Professional Applicators license.
Graduate Certificates: Coastal Studies & Coastal/ Climate Change (NSU).
Education
Summer 2013 Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL
Master of Arts Oceanography: Marine and Coastal Studies
Completed: Biology of sharks and rays (1&2), Marine Chemistry, Marine Ecology, Coastal Law, Environmental Risk Assessment, Aspects of Marine Pollution, Climate Change: Scientific Perspectives, Climate Change: Social Perspectives, Marine Geology, Marine Flora and Fauna, Marine Coastal Processes, and Marine Mammals.
2010 Boise State University Boise, ID
Bachelor of Arts Environmental Biology
Graduate Courses: Sensory Biology, Symbiosis, and American Fur Trade.
2001 Evergreen State College Olympia, WA
Bachelor of Arts Cultural Anthropology
Experience
April 2011 to August 2012
Ada County Abatement District Meridian, ID
Mosquito Division Coordinator
Conducted surveillance for biological parameters of mosquito populations in Ada County.
Assessed and established site locations for mosquito population monitoring within county boundaries, utilized GPS and GIS (ESRI) system for monitoring.
Identified mosquito species in lab environment, tested (RAMP) specific mosquito vectors for West Nile virus, and gave presentations on mosquito parameters, year-end results, and comparative data to the board, staff, and for training purposes.
Conducted media interviews, managed mosquito division, analyzed, compared, edited, and maintained records for mosquito population densities.
Conducted data and statistical analysis and depicted results for year-end reports.
December 2008 to April 2010
Boise State University Boise, ID
Research Assistant
Independently researched and compiled a data base system accessible to students in the Environmental Studies program as an avenue to establish and retain internships at the local, state, national and/or international level.
The links and data will be provided to future Environmental Study students and is the first established system of its kind specified for the Environmental Studies Department at Boise State University.
November 2008 to July 2009
Raptor Research Center, BSU Boise, ID
Office Assistant (Data Management)
Edited SAS deployment blocks.
Conducted extensive literature research from local, national, and global resources.
Assessed inventory for field equipment and organized storage facilities. Updated/organized a ten year filing system.
November 2008 to April 2009
Raptor Research Center, USGS Center Boise, ID
Lab Technician and Research Assistant (Internship)
Researched inquiries and independently conducted lab work for natural resource management via dissection of Borrowed Owl pellets for the purpose of conservation and education of the Spotted Owl.
Lab work included identification of vertebrate/invertebrates and research inquiries was independently performed utilizing in-house, national and global university libraries via the Internet for topics chosen by the director of the Center.
November 2006 to April 2009
Extended Studies Office Boise, ID
Tech Records Specialist
Assisted with maintaining on-line evaluation forms, posted direct links on Blackboard, Organized confidential student records, Assisted the Administrative assistant to the dean with provost communications, and worked on independent projects.
Environmental Studies Service Learning Project.
February 2007 to June 2007
Idaho Department of Fish and Game Boise, ID
Environmental Studies Service Learning Project
Assisted in riparian restoration projects on the Salmon River tributaries for the South West Division of the Idaho Fish and Game.
Additional Information
Extracurricular activities: Swimming, snorkeling, hiking, camping, snowshoeing, weight lifting, yoga, mountain bike riding, painting, reading and dancing.