Samuel Shannon

adob1i@r.postjobfree.com • 904-***-**** • linkedin.com/in/shannonsamuel

**** ******** ***** **, ***** 13, Wellington FL, 33414

EDUCATION

B.S. / Coastal Biology (2015) University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL

M.B.A. / General Business (2023) American Public University, Charles Town, WV

Environmental Scientist

Comprehensive experience managing business operations and motivating dynamic teams, including several years of experience in local field operations management. Known for a high level of professional flexibility as well as dedication to team-oriented achievements, organizational goals and ongoing career development. Proven record for operating under high stress, adverse working conditions, and hazardous weather. Strong interpersonal skills with a proficiency in fostering positive professional relationships and communicating effectively at all levels.

Areas of expertise include:

Project Management / Florida Administrative Code Rules / Employee Relations / Environmental Education / Technology Solutions / Soil Science / Integrated Pest Management / Herbicide Application

Professional Experience

CLARKE AQUATIC SERVICES / Wellington, FL

Aquatic Biologist (2020 to present, 40-55 hours/week)

•Implement conservation activities such as exotic and invasive plant control through manual and chemical means, native plant community restoration and aquascaping, as well as mitigation of disturbed ecosystems

•Collected, interpreted and analyzed scientific data.

•Operation and maintenance of equipment including 4WD trucks, ATV’s, UTV’s. motorized boats and watercraft, trailers, pumps, backpack sprayers, chainsaws, etc.

PALM BEACH ZOO & CONSERVATION SOCIETY / West Palm Beach, Fl

Water Quality Specialist, Life Support Systems Specialist (2017 - 2020, 40-50 hours/week)

• Spearheaded water quality monitoring program and developed internship program for AZA accredited facility

• Slashed municipal water consumption during drought conditions by 20% by improving existing equipment

• Proactively maintained adequate spare part inventory, tools, and lab equipment

• Assessed Plumbing & Instrumentation Diagrams, mechanical drawings, and blueprints

CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, EQD, PETROLEUM CLEANUP BRANCH / North Florida

Environmental Specialist, Site Manager (2016 - 2017, 40-45 hours per week)

• Administered site rehabilitation and conducted regulatory permit compliance. Compiled site- specific environmental information from state and federal natural resource agencies.

• Reviewed and evaluated environmental documents for compliance with regulations, including written proposals, bids, invoices, and other financial documents

• Developed, revised, and implemented resource management plans

OSPREY CHALLENGE COURSE / Jacksonville, FL

Park Ranger/Lead Facilitator (2012 - 2016, 20 -30 hours/week)

• Designed and implemented environmental programs for corporate, at-risk, and nonprofit groups

• Developed leadership, problem solving, self-esteem, and effective communication skills in participants

• Supervised a team of 8 staff while performing hiking trail maintenance and horticultural duties

DIAMONDBACK TERRAPIN RESEARCH PROJECT / Southern Georgia & Northeast Florida

Research Assistant (spring and summer seasons 2013-2015, 25 hours/week)

• Assisted in the preparation of wildlife protection programs

• Collected water and soil samples to create visual infographics of target species

• Analyzed morphometric data on Terrapins based on bone structures

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INCORPORATED / Southeast United States.

Assistant Scientist Paid Internship (2015-2016, 14 - 30 hours/week)

• Revised proposals with wetland delineation, invasive plant removal, species surveys, and taxonomic analysis

• Prepared and reviewed environmental documents regarding National Environmental Policy Act compliance regulations

• Complied with permitting relevant to the Army Corps of Engineers in compliance with Gopher Tortoise Surveys and other listed threatened and endangered species

Other Career History

Southwestern Research Station, Herpetologist (Summer 2015)

Migrating American Eel Survey, Research Scientist (Spring 2015)

Ogier Gardens, Horticulturist (2012-2015)

Ocean Conservancy Annual Florida Coastal Cleanup, Volunteer (2010 to present)

Chets Creek Elementary, Horticulturist (1999 to 2016)

Technical Proficiencies

Microsoft Office Suite / Data entry / Power tools / Plumbing / Coliform Testing

Manual Transmission Vehicles / Carpentry / Horticulture / Fiberglass repair / MSDS sheets

Environmental Resource Permitting / Wetland Assessments and Mitigation / Irrigation

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications: AED/CPR/Basic First Aid, Open Water & Nitrox SCUBA, Boating license, Licensed State Chapter 482 Pesticide Control Operator, Forklift certified, AALSO WQ II, AALSO LSS I, Drivers Class E

PROFESSIONAL HONORS & AFFILIATIONS

UNF Biology Club, Member Fall 2010-Spring 2015

UNF Marine Biology Club, Historian Spring 2012-Spring 2014

Gopher Tortoise Council, Member 2012 - Present

Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Professional Associate 2017 - Present

Aquarium and Life Support Operator Annual Handbook, Editorial Board 2017 - Present

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