Experience

A.I.S., Inc

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• A.I.S. Project Manager, North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program

  • Nov 2012 - Present

  The AIS Project Manager (PM) for the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program (NPGOP) has the primary responsibility for AIS’ performance. The PM has the authority to represent AIS on all technical issues related to the contract with NMFS. AIS’ function for the NPGOP is to provide fishery observer support services. The PM is the principal liaison with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The PM’s efforts focus on a daily coordination of the NPGOP Field Coordinators who… Show more The AIS Project Manager (PM) for the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program (NPGOP) has the primary responsibility for AIS’ performance. The PM has the authority to represent AIS on all technical issues related to the contract with NMFS. AIS’ function for the NPGOP is to provide fishery observer support services. The PM is the principal liaison with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The PM’s efforts focus on a daily coordination of the NPGOP Field Coordinators who provide direct support to the observers working in Alaska. Responsibilities include: -Maintaining a quality corps of observers -Supervising Field Coordinators, Assistant Project Manager, and Fisheries Observers -Accomplishing, monitoring, and analyzing vessel coverage -Ensuring that AIS meets contractual obligations -Ensuring that the project is managed in a fiscally responsible manner - Managing the AIS facilities in WA and AK. Show less The AIS Project Manager (PM) for the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program (NPGOP) has the primary responsibility for AIS’ performance. The PM has the authority to represent AIS on all technical issues related to the contract with NMFS. AIS’ function for the NPGOP is to provide fishery observer support services. The PM is the principal liaison with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The PM’s efforts focus on a daily coordination of the NPGOP Field Coordinators who… Show more The AIS Project Manager (PM) for the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program (NPGOP) has the primary responsibility for AIS’ performance. The PM has the authority to represent AIS on all technical issues related to the contract with NMFS. AIS’ function for the NPGOP is to provide fishery observer support services. The PM is the principal liaison with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The PM’s efforts focus on a daily coordination of the NPGOP Field Coordinators who provide direct support to the observers working in Alaska. Responsibilities include: -Maintaining a quality corps of observers -Supervising Field Coordinators, Assistant Project Manager, and Fisheries Observers -Accomplishing, monitoring, and analyzing vessel coverage -Ensuring that AIS meets contractual obligations -Ensuring that the project is managed in a fiscally responsible manner - Managing the AIS facilities in WA and AK. Show less



A.I.S. Inc.

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Marine Projects Manager

  • Jan 2008 - Nov 2012

  Develop and implement marketing plan to attract new business. Manage biologists engaged in baseline and operational monitoring projects in the marine and estuarine environments. Lead team of USACE certified Dredge Material Inspectors working in the New England and New York Districts. Manage cadre of NMFS certified Marine Mammal Observers completing work for the marine industry from Maine to North Carolina. Develop and implement marketing plan to attract new business. Manage biologists engaged in baseline and operational monitoring projects in the marine and estuarine environments. Lead team of USACE certified Dredge Material Inspectors working in the New England and New York Districts. Manage cadre of NMFS certified Marine Mammal Observers completing work for the marine industry from Maine to North Carolina.

• Observer Coordinator

  • Jan 2005 - Jan 2008

  Supervised fisheries observers, oversee observer assignments to vessels, assure accomplishment of observer coverage schedules, and coordinate data and biological sampling with the Program Manager.

• Fisheries Observer

  • Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

  Involved in at-sea data collection aboard commercial fisheries operating in the North West Atlantic (Tub Trawl, Bottom Otter Trawl, Fixed gill-net, Scallop Dredge). Data collection includes socio-economic information, gear configuration, and species sampling. The information was used by the National Marine Fisheries to determine fishing effort and efficiency as well as access the mass and health of the stock.



Saltwater Inc.

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Fisheries Observer

  • Mar 2001 - Dec 2002

  September and October 2002- Assisted with an experimental lobster tagging cruise for the Joint Institute for Marine & Atmospheric Research. Collected pertinent data (sex, carapace length and width), identified by-catch, successfully tagged and released over 8000 spiny and slipper lobsters, and collected tissue samples from white reef sharks. Responsible for monitoring of the Hawaii pelagic fishery and recording information on commercial fishing activities involving US vessels. Received… Show more September and October 2002- Assisted with an experimental lobster tagging cruise for the Joint Institute for Marine & Atmospheric Research. Collected pertinent data (sex, carapace length and width), identified by-catch, successfully tagged and released over 8000 spiny and slipper lobsters, and collected tissue samples from white reef sharks. Responsible for monitoring of the Hawaii pelagic fishery and recording information on commercial fishing activities involving US vessels. Received extensive on-the-job training in observing and recording marine life data and information. Collect data on species composition, measurements, sampling as well as information concerning species interaction. Supply information on protected species and US fishing vessel activity to the National Marine Fisheries. Show less September and October 2002- Assisted with an experimental lobster tagging cruise for the Joint Institute for Marine & Atmospheric Research. Collected pertinent data (sex, carapace length and width), identified by-catch, successfully tagged and released over 8000 spiny and slipper lobsters, and collected tissue samples from white reef sharks. Responsible for monitoring of the Hawaii pelagic fishery and recording information on commercial fishing activities involving US vessels. Received… Show more September and October 2002- Assisted with an experimental lobster tagging cruise for the Joint Institute for Marine & Atmospheric Research. Collected pertinent data (sex, carapace length and width), identified by-catch, successfully tagged and released over 8000 spiny and slipper lobsters, and collected tissue samples from white reef sharks. Responsible for monitoring of the Hawaii pelagic fishery and recording information on commercial fishing activities involving US vessels. Received extensive on-the-job training in observing and recording marine life data and information. Collect data on species composition, measurements, sampling as well as information concerning species interaction. Supply information on protected species and US fishing vessel activity to the National Marine Fisheries. Show less



Peace Corps

• United States
• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• CROP PRODUCTION EXTENSIONIST

  • Aug 1998 - Nov 2000

  Performed planning and field work for several projects on grassroots level while with the Peace Corps. Worked with a group of 35 +families in the planning, construction, and implementation of gravity fed potable water supply system to provide piped in water for approximately 300 area residents. Played a key role in assisting an area farmer in setting up a nursery for papaya and citrus trees. Began a cooperative rabbit production project for local youths. Produced Planted and cultivated… Show more Performed planning and field work for several projects on grassroots level while with the Peace Corps. Worked with a group of 35 +families in the planning, construction, and implementation of gravity fed potable water supply system to provide piped in water for approximately 300 area residents. Played a key role in assisting an area farmer in setting up a nursery for papaya and citrus trees. Began a cooperative rabbit production project for local youths. Produced Planted and cultivated crops on a test and demonstration plot for instruction in sustainable agriculture methods. Worked in conjunction with the Dominican Secretariat of Agriculture and coordinated the use of tillers for area farmlands. Served as a liaison between farmers and NGO’s. Show less Performed planning and field work for several projects on grassroots level while with the Peace Corps. Worked with a group of 35 +families in the planning, construction, and implementation of gravity fed potable water supply system to provide piped in water for approximately 300 area residents. Played a key role in assisting an area farmer in setting up a nursery for papaya and citrus trees. Began a cooperative rabbit production project for local youths. Produced Planted and cultivated… Show more Performed planning and field work for several projects on grassroots level while with the Peace Corps. Worked with a group of 35 +families in the planning, construction, and implementation of gravity fed potable water supply system to provide piped in water for approximately 300 area residents. Played a key role in assisting an area farmer in setting up a nursery for papaya and citrus trees. Began a cooperative rabbit production project for local youths. Produced Planted and cultivated crops on a test and demonstration plot for instruction in sustainable agriculture methods. Worked in conjunction with the Dominican Secretariat of Agriculture and coordinated the use of tillers for area farmlands. Served as a liaison between farmers and NGO’s. Show less