Kaylin V.
Biological Monitor at Hamer Environmental- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Biomedical and Biological Responsible Conduct of Research Certificate (Hawaii)
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYJan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research Certificate (Hawaii)
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYJan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
IACUC Module
CITI ProgramOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Wildlife Research
CITI ProgramOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Wildlife Research Certificate (Hawaii)
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Working with Amphibians in Research Settings (Hawaii)
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Working with Fish in Research (Hawaii)
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Working with Marine Mammals (Hawaii)
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYApr, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Hamer Environmental
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Biological Monitor
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Sep 2023 - Present
•Project Lead - Hawaiian Waterbird Monitor •Conduct surveys and protect ESA, MBTA listed seabirds from disturbance by Navy projects. •Recommend methods to prevent disturbance of ESA/MBTA protected species. •Educate on relevant laws and species in area. •Coordinate information and communicate with various contractors, federal, civilian, and government personnel. •Collect and analyze field data. Scientific reports. •Project Lead - Hawaiian Waterbird Monitor •Conduct surveys and protect ESA, MBTA listed seabirds from disturbance by Navy projects. •Recommend methods to prevent disturbance of ESA/MBTA protected species. •Educate on relevant laws and species in area. •Coordinate information and communicate with various contractors, federal, civilian, and government personnel. •Collect and analyze field data. Scientific reports.
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Sentinel Science
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Biologist I
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Feb 2023 - Aug 2023
•Biological surveys, vegetation management, water quality monitoring, construction monitoring. •Survey and identify special status/endangered species in the field ie. avian, small mammal, botanical. •ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123. •Collect, assess, and create reports/templates based on field data. •Biological surveys, vegetation management, water quality monitoring, construction monitoring. •Survey and identify special status/endangered species in the field ie. avian, small mammal, botanical. •ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123. •Collect, assess, and create reports/templates based on field data.
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TW Biological Services
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Oceanside, California, United States
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Avian Biologist/Technician
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Apr 2021 - Jul 2021
•Invasive species Brown-headed Cowbird population control for protection of endangered and threatened Southern California birds in Northern San Diego County. •Drive to multiple (20) bird trap locations for daily maintenance. Off road driving if required. •Make cage maintenance repairs when necessary. •Transport supplies, feed, and birds using personal car. •Correctly handle and identify various species of Southern California birds and record information on all captured birds. Release non targeted species. •Replace feed, water, sanitize water dishes. •Identify native species ie. Least Bell's Vireo, California Gnatcatcher, Southwestern Willow Flycatcher. • Decoy bird transport, trim feathers, handling, netting/capture, demonstrate understanding of bird anatomy and behaviors. Determine sex, age, and number of cowbirds in traps. •Maintain detailed records on birds and trap conditions. Send records daily to management. Show less
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National Science Foundation (NSF)
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United States
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Field Technician
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Jan 2021 - May 2021
School of Ocean & Earth Science & Technology (SOEST) in partnership with NSF, scholarship award. •Pioneered a project to research keystone crab species in restricted-access locations never studied prior; established primary scientific data of previously unknown areas. •Paid intern student under professor mentorship with WCC. •Population research on Hawaiian Ghost crabs. Study biology & ecology of Ocypode species. •Present self-reliance. Individually collect data without assistance or presence of others while in the field. •Collect measurements in inclement weather, complete physically demanding tasks under stringent time limits. •Use Google Sheets, statistics, field notes, data organization, animal population analysis, create graphs and visual data representations. •Record self reported work hours in timesheets. Participate in weekly online meetings. •Plan precise survey locations and use GPS mapping. •Write scientific report with official citations. •Present research results at the SACNAS October 2021 virtual scientific conference. Show less
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Apple
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United States
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Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Customer Service Specialist
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Oct 2019 - Mar 2020
•Exceeded daily sales quotas in highest traffic store in California. •Accessed confidential processing systems, actively protect sensitive customer and company information, email correspondence, request and review storage inventory for employee or customer inquiries. •Facilitated exclusive business partnerships between a company's technological needs and Apple. Innovate unique potential uses of technology. •Complete cellular service sales and guide device setup. •Individually demonstrated exceptional customer service skills. Participated in daily teamwork building exercises and meetings. Refined and skilled in conflict resolution. •Effective and composed in a daily high pressure, fast paced environment. Productive and polite while handling stressful situations. •Quickly gain knowledge of specialized technology information; utilized improvisation and fast thinking to solve a variety of unique hardware and software customer concerns. Show less
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PetSmart
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Dog Daycare Attendant
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Sep 2019 - Nov 2019
•Playroom monitoring, break up aggression as needed, prevent conflicts, provide enrichment and attention. •Clean and sanitize kennels: spray down rooms with solution, replace bedding, food, wash dishes, provide baths, brushing. •Transport dogs from playroom to kennels •Assist in customer check-in and check-outs. •Notify management of dog injuries or conflicts. •Use radio communication. •Playroom monitoring, break up aggression as needed, prevent conflicts, provide enrichment and attention. •Clean and sanitize kennels: spray down rooms with solution, replace bedding, food, wash dishes, provide baths, brushing. •Transport dogs from playroom to kennels •Assist in customer check-in and check-outs. •Notify management of dog injuries or conflicts. •Use radio communication.
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Sea Life Park Hawai'i
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Zookeeper
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Jan 2018 - Aug 2019
Wildlife Keeper II - Aviary •Provide animal husbandry: ie. veterinary care, diet preparation, enrichment, identification, handling. •Daily record keeping. •Transport 50 lb feed, equipment, supplies from storage. •Utilize light to medium power equipment to clean exhibit. •Provide daily repeated educational public speeches in front of groups of aviary visitors. Monitored and enforced aviary visitor guidelines. •Facilitate company promotions, guide K-12 educational programs, train interns. Show less
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Education
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Cal Poly Humboldt
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2021 - 2022
Humboldt State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Wildlife: Conservation Biology/Applied Vertebrate Ecology -
2022 - 2022
Humboldt State University
Minor, Geospatial Analysis
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