Experience

EBI Consulting

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Archaeologist II

  • Apr 2020 - Present

  Completing Class I Surveys—background research for proposed projects including: map, aerial, and literature reviews and reviewing SHPO databases for known archaeological sites and surveys Conducting Class III Surveys/Phase 1A & Phase 1B surveys—visiting the proposed Project Site and conducting a pedestrian survey and/or systematic subsurface testing Recording archaeological sites, and completing relevant site forms and determinations of eligibility Archaeological Monitoring of construction Authoring technical reports, including Class III reports and desk based analyses Show less



Bureau of Land Management

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior GIS Technician

  • Dec 2017 - Nov 2019

  Oversaw a project to digitize the Elko BLM office's approximately 4,000 Cultural Resource reports: scanned 4 decades worth of investigations, digitized maps, created shapefiles, and submitted all relevant data to the Nevada SHPO for inclusion in their database. Supervised other GIS technicians in scanning and digitizing reports, and checked all data produced by the project for accuracy. Oversaw a project to digitize the Elko BLM office's approximately 4,000 Cultural Resource reports: scanned 4 decades worth of investigations, digitized maps, created shapefiles, and submitted all relevant data to the Nevada SHPO for inclusion in their database. Supervised other GIS technicians in scanning and digitizing reports, and checked all data produced by the project for accuracy.



U.S. Forest Service

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Archaeological Field Technician (GS-6)

  • May 2017 - Nov 2017

  Conducted Class III survey of potentially at-risk areas on federal lands while assigning and monitoring tasks for archaeological crew members. Responsible for Class I survey of areas potentially affected by future Forest Service projects as well as assessing the significance of sites found during the course of archaeological investigation. Authored Forest Service reports for submission of findings to the Colorado State Historic Preservation Officer. Assisted the Zone Archaeologist in editing inventory and site shapefiles for entry in a new Forest Service Cultural Resources database. Travelled to the Bienville Ranger District in Mississippi to complete a 2 week intensive cultural resources survey as part of an emergency work order. Show less



CHUNGDAHM Learning

• South Korea
• Education Administration Programs
• 400 - 500 Employee

• English Second Language Teacher

  • May 2016 - Jan 2017

  Instructed the highest level of students in the Chungdahm Learning program in advanced grammar, creative writing, and debate. Helped students brainstorm, script, and perform short skits to practice the vocabulary and grammar skills of each lesson set. Provided guidance in essay writing and corrected over 100 short stories and essays weekly. Prepared original lesson plans for special occasions to assist in learning about different cultures. Instructed the highest level of students in the Chungdahm Learning program in advanced grammar, creative writing, and debate. Helped students brainstorm, script, and perform short skits to practice the vocabulary and grammar skills of each lesson set. Provided guidance in essay writing and corrected over 100 short stories and essays weekly. Prepared original lesson plans for special occasions to assist in learning about different cultures.



U.S. Forest Service

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Archaeological Field Technician (GS-5)

  • May 2015 - Sep 2015

  Participated in large-scale, multi-week surveys of large tracks of federal land. Recorded sites and isolated finds according to SHPO guidelines with GPS units, camera, and maps. Researched project areas to provide information for State Historic Preservation Office reports, utilizing government databases, previous archaeological reports, online resources, and traveling to local archives to view their photographs, maps and records. Imported GPS data into ArcGIS and produced maps of project areas, entered information from field photo logs into an Excel spreadsheet for tracking, and completed official paperwork and reports. Show less



Merjent

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Geographic Information Systems Technician

  • Oct 2014 - Apr 2015

  Tracked survey progress across miles of difficult terrain with a Trimble GeoXT unit to insure the accuracy and completeness of the Class III survey project. Mapped sites and recorded artifacts discovered during the course of the survey and assisted the Crew Chief with planning additional testing in high-probability areas. Walked up to 10 miles a day, often carrying heavy equipment over difficult terrain. Assisted the crew by digging shovel tests and screening for artifacts in addition to performing GIS duties. Identified both historic and prehistoric artifacts found during the course of survey. Show less



U.S. Forest Service

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Archaeological Field Technician

  • May 2014 - Sep 2014

  Conducted inventories of Forest cultural resources in areas of proposed Forest Service projects, through historic research as well as pedestrian survey and shovel testing. Researched newly identified sites using State and National Register files, historic documents, archaeological reports, maps and aerial photos, and by interviewing individuals. Assisted in the preparation of archeological and historical information to create interpretive materials for display and dissemination. Transferred GPS data to ArcGIS to create maps of proposed projects as well as completed survey and newly identified archaeological sites. Recorded newly identified sites and prepared reports on survey findings to submit to the State Historic Preservation Officer. Monitored construction projects to insure the proper protection of cultural resources. Show less



URS Corporation, An AECOM Company

• United States
• Civil Engineering
• 700 & Above Employee

• Archaeological Field Technician

  • Jul 2012 - Dec 2013

  Participated in pedestrian survey of rough, uneven terrain in difficult weather conditions, for distances of up to10 miles at a time. Identified historic foundations and walls, as well as prehistoric features. Utilized a Trimble GeoXT GPS unit both to confirm the accuracy of the survey and to record features. Assisted in establishing a site grid and recording features using a Total Station. Dug and screened up to 80 shovel tests a day and recovered numerous small artifacts. Completed a defensive driving course and drove company vehicles carrying crew and equipment. Show less



Illinois State Archaeological Survey

• East St. Louis, Illinois

• Archaeological Technician

  • Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

  Participated in a large scale excavation of a prehistoric Native American residential site. Excavated archaeological features ranging from large post pits to complex structures. Worked in the flotation laboratory to process soil samples taken from features as well as the regular field laboratory to wash, label, and package artifacts for long-term storage. Classified ceramic, lithic, floral, and faunal objects during excavation, and sketched significant artifacts. Identified and excavated a complete canine burial. Show less



Colonial Williamsburg Foundation

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 700 & Above Employee

• Volunteer Archaeologist

  • Oct 2010 - Nov 2010

  Assisted with ongoing excavations at the site of the town Public Armory, for the purpose of reconstructing the 18th century buildings. Made to-scale map and profile drawings of features, excavated an 18th and 19th century fence line, moved several 40-50 pound buckets and full wheelbarrows. Screened for very small and delicate artifacts, labeled artifact bags, completed on-site paperwork and assisted with inventory. Assisted with ongoing excavations at the site of the town Public Armory, for the purpose of reconstructing the 18th century buildings. Made to-scale map and profile drawings of features, excavated an 18th and 19th century fence line, moved several 40-50 pound buckets and full wheelbarrows. Screened for very small and delicate artifacts, labeled artifact bags, completed on-site paperwork and assisted with inventory.



Garfield Farm Museum

• Volunteer Archaeologist

  • Sep 2010 - Oct 2010

  Routinely lifted and carried 40 to 50 pound buckets of excavated soil for screening, and as part of a 4-person team sieved nearly 20 buckets a day. Dug up to 8 square meter sections per day quickly and carefully with a long-handed shovel and finishing by trowel. Helped to instruct and direct local volunteers who were assisting with the excavation.Helped to instruct and direct local volunteers who were participating in the excavation. Assisted with foot survey to locate the original well on site. Routinely lifted and carried 40 to 50 pound buckets of excavated soil for screening, and as part of a 4-person team sieved nearly 20 buckets a day. Dug up to 8 square meter sections per day quickly and carefully with a long-handed shovel and finishing by trowel. Helped to instruct and direct local volunteers who were assisting with the excavation.Helped to instruct and direct local volunteers who were participating in the excavation. Assisted with foot survey to locate the original well on site.



U.S. Census Bureau

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Crew Leader

  • Apr 2010 - Aug 2010

  Trained a 10 person team of census takers, and distributed a workload of nearly 1000 surveys to be completed within approximately a month from the end of training. Set schedules, organized payroll, tracked progress, and worked with employees on strategies to collect information from reluctant respondents as well as to convince refusing parties to participate. Maintained and routinely updated complex work records so that no information or documents went unaccounted for, and checked all submitted paperwork to prevent any errors. Show less



Durham University

• United Kingdom
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Volunteer Archaeologist

  • Jun 2009 - Jul 2009

  Worked on a research excavation of Nanhyfer Castell, at Nevern, Wales, UK, a joint project between Durham University and Castell Henllys with support from the local archaeological community. Made to-scale drawings of significant features and assisted with site recording using the Total Station in addition to regular excavation duties. Worked on a research excavation of Nanhyfer Castell, at Nevern, Wales, UK, a joint project between Durham University and Castell Henllys with support from the local archaeological community. Made to-scale drawings of significant features and assisted with site recording using the Total Station in addition to regular excavation duties.



Chicago Foundation for Women

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Data Entry Clerk

  • Feb 2008 - Aug 2008

  Assisted throughout the organization with basic duties such as organizing filing system, receiving and processing payments and invoices, to more complex jobs involving submitting requests for federal documents, tracking student progress and submitting reports, and maintaining program records.

• Office Manager

  • Nov 2006 - Jan 2008

  Responsible for all tasks involved in keeping the office running smoothly: receiving guests and answering the main office line, maintaining the Communications department archive, keeping administrative records, maintaining e-mail lists on the office server, receiving and recording income, accepting and processing grant requests, assisting in the planning and running of meetings and events.