Technician Assistant
Resume:
Tiffany D. Alvarez
Tucson, AZ 85719
fcqbw6@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION: August 2009-August 2011: The University of Arizona
M.S. in Soil, Water, and Environmental Science
August 1999-May 2004: The University of Arizona
B.S. in Renewable Natural Resources: Wildlife, Watershed, and
Rangeland Resources Management
EXPERIENCE: June 2010-present: Biological Science Technician (GS-5)
I work for the National Park Service at Saguaro National Park
(Rincon Mountain District). In summer 2010, I conducted systematic mapping surveys of buffelgrass, participated in the 2010 Saguaro Census, and monitored rock pools (tinajas) for lowland leopard frogs and sediment. I worked with volunteers, school groups, and the general public. Currently, I am working on a remote wildlife camera project, compliance and planning of park projects, and I write reports, resource briefs, and assist with editing documents.
January 2010-May 2010: Graduate Teaching Assistant
I was a T.A. for two lab sections of Introductory Soil Science in the Soil, Water, and Environmental Science Department at the University of Arizona. I prepared and presented lectures, graded assignments, created and proctored exams, and accompanied students on class trips.
August 2009-December 2009: Graduate Teaching Assistant
I was a T.A. for the Sonoran Desert Discovery course in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology department at the University of Arizona. I assisted the professor with grading, organization, lectures, coordinating class trips, and other tasks.
January 2008-July 2009: Park Interpreter for Riverside County
I worked at the Louis Robidoux Nature Center again. I held the same position and fulfilled the same work duties and responsibilities (see below).
March 2007-June 2007: Temporary Assignment: Animal Care Technician for Riverside County Department of Animal Services
I cared for dogs, cats, and other animals the Animal Control Officers brought into the animal shelter.
June 2005-March 2007: Park Interpreter for Riverside County
I worked at the Louis Robidoux Nature Center for the Regional Parks and Open-Space District in Riverside, CA. I worked as a wildlife biologist, nature interpreter, and assistant to the park director. I coordinated with park rangers from the campground connected to our center. I cared for the animals in our exhibit area that we used for interpretive programs with the public. I led nature walks, helped coordinate festivals and annual summer camp, and assisted school groups, scouts, and the public in learning about the flora and fauna of the Santa Ana river bottom.
November 2004-April 2005: Centrum Analytical Labs Inorganic Environmental Chemist
I performed analyses on soil, sludge, and water samples using EPA metals digestion methods and wet chemistry techniques. I performed volatile organic chemistry testing, ran a gas spectroscopy mercury machine, analyzed results, prepared formal reports, and participated in lab meetings.
May 2003-December 2003: Arizona Hydrological Society Intern: 2003 Leonard Halpenny Scholarship Award Recipient
I worked for five local hydrological agencies and performed tasks similar to those of an entry-level hydrologist. I worked for Hydro Geo Chem, Errol L. Montgomery and Associates, Tucson Water, Metropolitan Water Company, and the Nature Conservancy.
December 2002-May 2003: Petshotel Kennel Technician
I cared for dogs and cats in a kennel setting. I provided food and water, cleaned kennels, exercised the animals, and supervised in the playroom.
September 2002-November 2002: Animal Caretaker for the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
I cared for a variety of desert animals used by docents for interpretive public demonstrations. I worked with raptors, reptiles, small mammals, arachnids, and arthropods.
January 2001-August 2002: Conservation Biology Intern for the Tucson Audubon Society
I completed two summers of fieldwork for a project I designed and developed with a mentor from Audubon, and various professors from the University of Arizona. I conducted a nest box experiment, nest searches, and line transect songbird surveys along a portion of the Santa Cruz River in Marana, Arizona. I compiled my results into a scientific paper and presented my findings at two undergraduate symposiums.
I also worked at the Audubon Mason Nature Center. I led school children on tours of the center, and worked with Boy and Girl Scouts, adults, and senior citizens on various projects. I dedicated some research time to point count bird surveys and road kill surveys at the center.
January 2000-December 2000: Lab Technician for Arizona Research Labs
I worked in a Drosophila (fruitfly) research laboratory. I prepared culture medium, cultured flies, and performed experiments under the supervision of graduate students and research scientists. I attended and participated in lab meetings.
June 1999-January 2000: Clerical Worker
I worked in the main office of the School of Natural Resources at the University of Arizona. I assisted with filing, correspondence, typing, data entry, and general upkeep of the office. I also interacted with faculty and staff in the department.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Microsoft Word Line transect and point count bird surveys
Microsoft Excel Nest searches
Microsoft Access Water quality testing and analysis
Microsoft PowerPoint Classification of plants and animals
GPS Garmin navigation/mapping Grant proposal writing
GPS Trimble unit navigation Report proofreading and editing
GIS ArcMap Necropsy work
Adobe Photoshop NEPA planning, mitigations, compliance
Technical writing Stream flow measurements
Radio telemetry Small mammal trapping
Mist-netting Vegetation surveys
Spot lighting Road kill surveys
Animal scat ID and tracking Remote wildlife camera work
Nature center outreach/education Riparian conservation work
Public speaking Exhibit building and preservation
Soil salinity analysis Basic survey transit equipment experience
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
I was an Articles Editor for the Arizona Journal of Environmental Law and Policy at the University of Arizona from March 2010-May 2011. AJELP is an online professional journal founded and overseen by law students and graduate students (ajelp.com).
COMMUNICATION:
I am proficient in written and spoken Spanish.
OTHER INFORMATION:
I am CPR and Remote and Wilderness First Aid certified.
I am a credentialed substitute teacher in the state of Arizona.
I am certified as a HOV (high occupancy vehicle) driver.
REFERENCES:
Don Swann, Wildlife Biologist: Saguaro National Park, Rincon Mountain District; current supervisor: Tucson, AZ. fcqbw6@r.postjobfree.com, 520-***-****
Sherrie Chandler, Louis Robidoux Nature Center Park Director; former supervisor: Riverside, CA
Cheryl Craddock, Computer Science Program Coordinator; former mentor: Tucson, AZ
fcqbw6@r.postjobfree.com, 520-***-****
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