Heather Spillane
Marine Mammal Response Assistant at Ocean Associates, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Bio
Credentials
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Boat Operator
Department of Land and Nature Resources - HawaiiMay, 2015- Sep, 2024 -
Advanced SCUBA Diver
PADIMay, 2013- Sep, 2024 -
CPR/AED and First Aid
American Red CrossDec, 2020- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Ocean Associates, Inc.
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marine Mammal Response Assistant
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Jan 2021 - May 2022
• Trained responder/handler of live and deceased stranded marine mammals. • Experience in authorized displacement of endangered pinnipeds, including their capture and transport. • Responsible for the organization of the Hawaiian monk seal ID photo database for Maui and Lanai’i, including the submission of all monk seal sighting data and photographs to chief scientists and researchers on Oahu. • Assist in directing shore-based response efforts to identify individual seals, conduct… Show more • Trained responder/handler of live and deceased stranded marine mammals. • Experience in authorized displacement of endangered pinnipeds, including their capture and transport. • Responsible for the organization of the Hawaiian monk seal ID photo database for Maui and Lanai’i, including the submission of all monk seal sighting data and photographs to chief scientists and researchers on Oahu. • Assist in directing shore-based response efforts to identify individual seals, conduct visual health assessments, and investigate possible injured/sick seals – including proper collection of molted fur, vomit, and feces. Show less • Trained responder/handler of live and deceased stranded marine mammals. • Experience in authorized displacement of endangered pinnipeds, including their capture and transport. • Responsible for the organization of the Hawaiian monk seal ID photo database for Maui and Lanai’i, including the submission of all monk seal sighting data and photographs to chief scientists and researchers on Oahu. • Assist in directing shore-based response efforts to identify individual seals, conduct… Show more • Trained responder/handler of live and deceased stranded marine mammals. • Experience in authorized displacement of endangered pinnipeds, including their capture and transport. • Responsible for the organization of the Hawaiian monk seal ID photo database for Maui and Lanai’i, including the submission of all monk seal sighting data and photographs to chief scientists and researchers on Oahu. • Assist in directing shore-based response efforts to identify individual seals, conduct visual health assessments, and investigate possible injured/sick seals – including proper collection of molted fur, vomit, and feces. Show less
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Ultimate Whale Watch
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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First Mate & Marine Naturalist
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Dec 2018 - Apr 2022
• Educate public on marine ecosystem of Hawaii; particularly interpreting humpback whale and other cetacean behavior. • Trained on-call first responder for the Large Whale Entanglement Response team - Level 2. • Educate public on marine ecosystem of Hawaii; particularly interpreting humpback whale and other cetacean behavior. • Trained on-call first responder for the Large Whale Entanglement Response team - Level 2.
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Alaskan Dream Cruises
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Expedition Leader -Lead Naturalist
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Jul 2017 - Sep 2019
• Lead and supervised naturalist team aboard a small cruise ship accommodating up to 75 guests. • Organized all excursions and their locations based on guest’s mobility level - independently lead small group interpretive hike and kayak tours. • Provided informal narration on deck; sharing specialized knowledge of southeast Alaskan geography, glaciology, flora, marine and terrestrial wildlife, and current environmental issues in the region. • Created and presented formal power point… Show more • Lead and supervised naturalist team aboard a small cruise ship accommodating up to 75 guests. • Organized all excursions and their locations based on guest’s mobility level - independently lead small group interpretive hike and kayak tours. • Provided informal narration on deck; sharing specialized knowledge of southeast Alaskan geography, glaciology, flora, marine and terrestrial wildlife, and current environmental issues in the region. • Created and presented formal power point presentations – particular focus on marine mammals and marine debris (plastics). Show less • Lead and supervised naturalist team aboard a small cruise ship accommodating up to 75 guests. • Organized all excursions and their locations based on guest’s mobility level - independently lead small group interpretive hike and kayak tours. • Provided informal narration on deck; sharing specialized knowledge of southeast Alaskan geography, glaciology, flora, marine and terrestrial wildlife, and current environmental issues in the region. • Created and presented formal power point… Show more • Lead and supervised naturalist team aboard a small cruise ship accommodating up to 75 guests. • Organized all excursions and their locations based on guest’s mobility level - independently lead small group interpretive hike and kayak tours. • Provided informal narration on deck; sharing specialized knowledge of southeast Alaskan geography, glaciology, flora, marine and terrestrial wildlife, and current environmental issues in the region. • Created and presented formal power point presentations – particular focus on marine mammals and marine debris (plastics). Show less
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Maui Ocean Center
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marine Naturalist
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Jun 2018 - Apr 2019
• Delivered interpretive presentations at multiple exhibits throughout the aquarium on Hawaii’s marine wildlife and current conservation issues. Provide special presentations to school groups K-12. • Lead private guided tours of the facility both in front, and back of house. • Responsible for delivering educational talks and offering interactive activities at outreach stations located at high-trafficked hotels along the beach. • Delivered interpretive presentations at multiple exhibits throughout the aquarium on Hawaii’s marine wildlife and current conservation issues. Provide special presentations to school groups K-12. • Lead private guided tours of the facility both in front, and back of house. • Responsible for delivering educational talks and offering interactive activities at outreach stations located at high-trafficked hotels along the beach.
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University of Alaska Southeast
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Subject Matter Expert - Marine Science
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2017 - 2017
• Conducted independent reviews of curriculum to provide quality assurance. • Evaluated all course curriculum materials; exams, assignments, projects, and lecture materials. • Provided objective written feedback and recommendations to ensure continued relevance of the course. • Conducted independent reviews of curriculum to provide quality assurance. • Evaluated all course curriculum materials; exams, assignments, projects, and lecture materials. • Provided objective written feedback and recommendations to ensure continued relevance of the course.
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Admiralty Environmental
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Environmental Technician
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2016 - 2016
• Assisted in the planning, management, and execution of environmental sampling projects including; groundwater, wastewater, large and small passenger vessels. • Analyzed water samples and interpreted environmental chemistry data, utilizing laboratory instrumentation. • Prepared, wrote, and filed; proper laboratory data sheets, chain of custody papers, reports, and other technical documents for each project. • Communicated and interacted frequently with: land based clients… Show more • Assisted in the planning, management, and execution of environmental sampling projects including; groundwater, wastewater, large and small passenger vessels. • Analyzed water samples and interpreted environmental chemistry data, utilizing laboratory instrumentation. • Prepared, wrote, and filed; proper laboratory data sheets, chain of custody papers, reports, and other technical documents for each project. • Communicated and interacted frequently with: land based clients, environmental officers, customs agents, ocean rangers, and USCG officers. Show less • Assisted in the planning, management, and execution of environmental sampling projects including; groundwater, wastewater, large and small passenger vessels. • Analyzed water samples and interpreted environmental chemistry data, utilizing laboratory instrumentation. • Prepared, wrote, and filed; proper laboratory data sheets, chain of custody papers, reports, and other technical documents for each project. • Communicated and interacted frequently with: land based clients… Show more • Assisted in the planning, management, and execution of environmental sampling projects including; groundwater, wastewater, large and small passenger vessels. • Analyzed water samples and interpreted environmental chemistry data, utilizing laboratory instrumentation. • Prepared, wrote, and filed; proper laboratory data sheets, chain of custody papers, reports, and other technical documents for each project. • Communicated and interacted frequently with: land based clients, environmental officers, customs agents, ocean rangers, and USCG officers. Show less
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Pacific Whale Foundation
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Staff Coordinator - Marine Naturalist & Researcher
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2013 - 2016
• Education Coordinator: developed and revised educational material for vessel and land based presentations on the Hawaiian marine ecosystem - marine wildlife, coral reefs, and current conservation issues. • Communicated with NOAA officials, and assisted in the rescue of distressed marine mammals. • First mate and supervisor of vessel crew. Interviewed and trained new crew members on proper vessel procedures, and educational programs. • Participated in mysticete and odontocete research… Show more • Education Coordinator: developed and revised educational material for vessel and land based presentations on the Hawaiian marine ecosystem - marine wildlife, coral reefs, and current conservation issues. • Communicated with NOAA officials, and assisted in the rescue of distressed marine mammals. • First mate and supervisor of vessel crew. Interviewed and trained new crew members on proper vessel procedures, and educational programs. • Participated in mysticete and odontocete research surveys by: scanning along transect lines, photographing megafauna encounters, recording: GPS coordinates, weather conditions, number of pods, number of individuals within pod, group behavior, and direction of travel. • Organized fluke and dorsal fin photo ID catalogs, while matching recent photos through software recognition and the naked eye. Show less • Education Coordinator: developed and revised educational material for vessel and land based presentations on the Hawaiian marine ecosystem - marine wildlife, coral reefs, and current conservation issues. • Communicated with NOAA officials, and assisted in the rescue of distressed marine mammals. • First mate and supervisor of vessel crew. Interviewed and trained new crew members on proper vessel procedures, and educational programs. • Participated in mysticete and odontocete research… Show more • Education Coordinator: developed and revised educational material for vessel and land based presentations on the Hawaiian marine ecosystem - marine wildlife, coral reefs, and current conservation issues. • Communicated with NOAA officials, and assisted in the rescue of distressed marine mammals. • First mate and supervisor of vessel crew. Interviewed and trained new crew members on proper vessel procedures, and educational programs. • Participated in mysticete and odontocete research surveys by: scanning along transect lines, photographing megafauna encounters, recording: GPS coordinates, weather conditions, number of pods, number of individuals within pod, group behavior, and direction of travel. • Organized fluke and dorsal fin photo ID catalogs, while matching recent photos through software recognition and the naked eye. Show less
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Guest Experience Ambassador
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2013 - 2013
• Educate public and enhance a deeper understanding of aquatic life exhibited at the aquarium. • Encourage guests to get involved in conservation efforts and to make a difference in the living world. • Educate public and enhance a deeper understanding of aquatic life exhibited at the aquarium. • Encourage guests to get involved in conservation efforts and to make a difference in the living world.
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The University of Queensland
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant
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2011 - 2012
• Assisted a senior professor of environmental management with researching current topics and publications in the field, while updating references for her courses when necessary. • Preformed administrative tasks, including: managing confidential information and files, project budgets, editing project website content and lecture presentation materials. • Contributed to the design, organization, daily operation and management of a pilot peer-mentoring project, tailored specifically for… Show more • Assisted a senior professor of environmental management with researching current topics and publications in the field, while updating references for her courses when necessary. • Preformed administrative tasks, including: managing confidential information and files, project budgets, editing project website content and lecture presentation materials. • Contributed to the design, organization, daily operation and management of a pilot peer-mentoring project, tailored specifically for postgraduate environmental management coursework students. Show less • Assisted a senior professor of environmental management with researching current topics and publications in the field, while updating references for her courses when necessary. • Preformed administrative tasks, including: managing confidential information and files, project budgets, editing project website content and lecture presentation materials. • Contributed to the design, organization, daily operation and management of a pilot peer-mentoring project, tailored specifically for… Show more • Assisted a senior professor of environmental management with researching current topics and publications in the field, while updating references for her courses when necessary. • Preformed administrative tasks, including: managing confidential information and files, project budgets, editing project website content and lecture presentation materials. • Contributed to the design, organization, daily operation and management of a pilot peer-mentoring project, tailored specifically for postgraduate environmental management coursework students. Show less
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Education
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2011 - 2012
The University of Queensland
Master of Science (M.S.), Environmental Management -
2010 - 2010
James Cook University
Graduate Diploma, Social Sciences -
2006 - 2008
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
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