Schuyler Olsson
Coastal Program Analyst, Permits Division at San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC)- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Full professional proficiency
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Spanish Full professional proficiency
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Chinese Mandarin Professional working proficiency
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Portuguese Elementary proficiency
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Richard Rapier
"Ridiculously focused, committed and efficient" are the first traits I think of as I write about Schuyler. I had the pleasure of working with Schuyler for the past couple of years as a colleague and then as his manager. Since I've been working with Schuyler he has focused his useful collection of skills and ability on a variety of highly important and technically complex international development programs utilizing his expertise in climate change adaptation, natural resources management and biodiversity. Schuyler's ability to juggle multiple tasks, while digging deep and from alternative angles to analyze the issues whether it be a technical approach, business development opportunity, or project implementation, stood out. I was particularly impressed at how Schuyler brought to bear his ensemble of PMD-Pro training, GIS, Miradi, Google Apps and language skills (fluent in French and Spanish!) on the tasks he was working on. All of this, in addition to being a great writer and self, adaptable starter, are traits that are rare to find in one professional, much less a few! Without reservation, Schuyler would be a thoughtful asset to any team. Rich Rapier
Michel Grenié
I had the pleasure to work with Schuyler from September 2010 to July 2011, whom I hired as a communication assistant at the Sino-European School of Technology in Shanghai. He created and managed multilingual multimedia presentations (including videos) of our engineering school, translated official documents from French to English, and provided several forms of assistance and support to our international students in their job seeking process. He is an extremely talented, creative guy with strong multicultural skills, making it a real pleasure to work with him. He is also a quick learner and a good listener. What I enjoyed most was the way he was able to identify a problem independently and solve it by himself. Technically speaking, he has a strong grasp of multimedia technologies (animated presentations, video interviews, storytelling, video editing, writing) and has great communication skills (both written and oral) in English, French and Chinese. Always goal-driven and people-focused, Schuyler loves to succeed and does so with humility. He always provided the best I would expect as manager. He was highly appreciated by all his colleagues for his perfect integration into our multicultural team. He is really someone with great personality and talents, high adaptability and great potential. I recommend him highly.
Richard Rapier
"Ridiculously focused, committed and efficient" are the first traits I think of as I write about Schuyler. I had the pleasure of working with Schuyler for the past couple of years as a colleague and then as his manager. Since I've been working with Schuyler he has focused his useful collection of skills and ability on a variety of highly important and technically complex international development programs utilizing his expertise in climate change adaptation, natural resources management and biodiversity. Schuyler's ability to juggle multiple tasks, while digging deep and from alternative angles to analyze the issues whether it be a technical approach, business development opportunity, or project implementation, stood out. I was particularly impressed at how Schuyler brought to bear his ensemble of PMD-Pro training, GIS, Miradi, Google Apps and language skills (fluent in French and Spanish!) on the tasks he was working on. All of this, in addition to being a great writer and self, adaptable starter, are traits that are rare to find in one professional, much less a few! Without reservation, Schuyler would be a thoughtful asset to any team. Rich Rapier
Michel Grenié
I had the pleasure to work with Schuyler from September 2010 to July 2011, whom I hired as a communication assistant at the Sino-European School of Technology in Shanghai. He created and managed multilingual multimedia presentations (including videos) of our engineering school, translated official documents from French to English, and provided several forms of assistance and support to our international students in their job seeking process. He is an extremely talented, creative guy with strong multicultural skills, making it a real pleasure to work with him. He is also a quick learner and a good listener. What I enjoyed most was the way he was able to identify a problem independently and solve it by himself. Technically speaking, he has a strong grasp of multimedia technologies (animated presentations, video interviews, storytelling, video editing, writing) and has great communication skills (both written and oral) in English, French and Chinese. Always goal-driven and people-focused, Schuyler loves to succeed and does so with humility. He always provided the best I would expect as manager. He was highly appreciated by all his colleagues for his perfect integration into our multicultural team. He is really someone with great personality and talents, high adaptability and great potential. I recommend him highly.
Richard Rapier
"Ridiculously focused, committed and efficient" are the first traits I think of as I write about Schuyler. I had the pleasure of working with Schuyler for the past couple of years as a colleague and then as his manager. Since I've been working with Schuyler he has focused his useful collection of skills and ability on a variety of highly important and technically complex international development programs utilizing his expertise in climate change adaptation, natural resources management and biodiversity. Schuyler's ability to juggle multiple tasks, while digging deep and from alternative angles to analyze the issues whether it be a technical approach, business development opportunity, or project implementation, stood out. I was particularly impressed at how Schuyler brought to bear his ensemble of PMD-Pro training, GIS, Miradi, Google Apps and language skills (fluent in French and Spanish!) on the tasks he was working on. All of this, in addition to being a great writer and self, adaptable starter, are traits that are rare to find in one professional, much less a few! Without reservation, Schuyler would be a thoughtful asset to any team. Rich Rapier
Michel Grenié
I had the pleasure to work with Schuyler from September 2010 to July 2011, whom I hired as a communication assistant at the Sino-European School of Technology in Shanghai. He created and managed multilingual multimedia presentations (including videos) of our engineering school, translated official documents from French to English, and provided several forms of assistance and support to our international students in their job seeking process. He is an extremely talented, creative guy with strong multicultural skills, making it a real pleasure to work with him. He is also a quick learner and a good listener. What I enjoyed most was the way he was able to identify a problem independently and solve it by himself. Technically speaking, he has a strong grasp of multimedia technologies (animated presentations, video interviews, storytelling, video editing, writing) and has great communication skills (both written and oral) in English, French and Chinese. Always goal-driven and people-focused, Schuyler loves to succeed and does so with humility. He always provided the best I would expect as manager. He was highly appreciated by all his colleagues for his perfect integration into our multicultural team. He is really someone with great personality and talents, high adaptability and great potential. I recommend him highly.
Richard Rapier
"Ridiculously focused, committed and efficient" are the first traits I think of as I write about Schuyler. I had the pleasure of working with Schuyler for the past couple of years as a colleague and then as his manager. Since I've been working with Schuyler he has focused his useful collection of skills and ability on a variety of highly important and technically complex international development programs utilizing his expertise in climate change adaptation, natural resources management and biodiversity. Schuyler's ability to juggle multiple tasks, while digging deep and from alternative angles to analyze the issues whether it be a technical approach, business development opportunity, or project implementation, stood out. I was particularly impressed at how Schuyler brought to bear his ensemble of PMD-Pro training, GIS, Miradi, Google Apps and language skills (fluent in French and Spanish!) on the tasks he was working on. All of this, in addition to being a great writer and self, adaptable starter, are traits that are rare to find in one professional, much less a few! Without reservation, Schuyler would be a thoughtful asset to any team. Rich Rapier
Michel Grenié
I had the pleasure to work with Schuyler from September 2010 to July 2011, whom I hired as a communication assistant at the Sino-European School of Technology in Shanghai. He created and managed multilingual multimedia presentations (including videos) of our engineering school, translated official documents from French to English, and provided several forms of assistance and support to our international students in their job seeking process. He is an extremely talented, creative guy with strong multicultural skills, making it a real pleasure to work with him. He is also a quick learner and a good listener. What I enjoyed most was the way he was able to identify a problem independently and solve it by himself. Technically speaking, he has a strong grasp of multimedia technologies (animated presentations, video interviews, storytelling, video editing, writing) and has great communication skills (both written and oral) in English, French and Chinese. Always goal-driven and people-focused, Schuyler loves to succeed and does so with humility. He always provided the best I would expect as manager. He was highly appreciated by all his colleagues for his perfect integration into our multicultural team. He is really someone with great personality and talents, high adaptability and great potential. I recommend him highly.
Credentials
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PMD-Pro 1 (Project Management for Development Professionals)
InsideNGOJan, 2014- Sep, 2024 -
PADI Open Water Certification
Punta Uva Dive Center, Costa RicaMay, 2012- Sep, 2024 -
TEFL Certification
International TESOL Teacher TrainingAug, 2009- Sep, 2024
Experience
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San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC)
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Coastal Program Analyst, Permits Division
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Apr 2020 - Present
Evaluate coastal development and restoration project proposals for consistency with the laws, policies, and regulations of the Bay Conservation and Development Commission, including on issues related to public access, sea level rise, environmental protection, and environmental justice and social equity. Prepare coastal development permits, staff recommendations, and application summaries. Make oral and written presentations to Commissioners and the public. Review and provide comment on environmental documents and wetland habitat monitoring reports. Serve as agency contact on interagency meetings and working groups. Serve on agency Disability Awareness Committee.
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Coastal Program Analyst, Enforcement Division
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Jan 2018 - Apr 2020
Investigated and resolved violations of the laws, policies, and permits of the Bay Conservation and Development Commission. Conducted field investigations. Negotiated resolutions and civil penalties with members of the public, government, and private sector. Prepared after-the-fact coastal development permits and permit amendments. Reviewed wetland habitat monitoring reports. Presented to Commissioners and the public. Led or assisted in programmatic and strategic improvements to the agency’s enforcement program, including co-development of an online, geo-referenced database for enforcement case intake and management. Served on agency Disability Awareness Committee and Racial Equity Team. Served as learning team lead for the Government Alliance on Race and Equity.
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RTI International
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United States
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Climate Change and Natural Resources Specialist
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Jun 2015 - Dec 2017
Managed or supported capture of new USAID contracts in climate change, natural resource management, and economic growth worldwide, including international field research and intel gathering, analyzing competitors, co-developing the project budget, securing local and international partners and staff, and co-developing win themes and baseline solutions. Hired and managed local and international consultants. Wrote or contributed to key sections of USAID proposals, including management, personnel, past performance, technical approach, and draft monitoring & evaluation plan. Created maps for USAID proposals in qGIS. Provided broad project management and communications support on diverse USAID projects (through start-up, implementation, and close-out) including: USAID Wildlife Asia, Guatemala Low Emissions Development Strategy, Promoting Tanzania’s Environment, Conservation and Tourism, and Initiative for Conservation in the Andean Amazon.
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Project Associate, USAID Climate Change Resilient Development (CCRD) Project
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Aug 2013 - Jun 2015
Note: RTI International Acquired IRG, an Engility Company, in January 2017Facilitated and/or developed materials for regional workshops on climate adaptation finance and climate services in Curaçao, Croatia, Dominican Republic, Mozambique, and Seychelles. Contributed research and writing to joint USAID/World Bank/World Meteorological Organization book, entitled “Valuing Weather and Climate: Economic Assessment of Meteorological and Hydrological Services”. Managed and/or conducted international field audits of three small grants-under-contract. Evaluated small grants proposals and trained grantees in USAID reporting. Contributed to CCRD reporting and monitoring and evaluation. Managed and facilitated climate adaptation webinars using AdobeConnect and managed the CCRD Google Apps platform. Managed workshop logistics and budgets (up to $150,000) and extensive worldwide project travel (up to $100,000/month). Developed or enhanced tools to track project approvals, deliverables, and financials. Managed and trained intern in project management duties.
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World Wildlife Fund
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Disaster Reduction and Response Intern
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Jan 2013 - May 2013
Contributed research to, and supported production of, publication entitled: Natural & Nature-based Flood Management: A Green Guide (USAID/WWF, 2017). Authored a case study of community-based mangrove management for climate change adaptation. Researched spatial and temporal variability in coastal protection service of mangroves. Translated official Haitian environment and development documents from French to English. Contributed research, writing, and editing of publication entitled: Tanzania’s Wildlife Management Areas: A 2012 Status Report (USAID/WWF, 2014).
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Sea Turtle Conservancy
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sea Turtle Research Assistant
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Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
Worked with diverse stakeholders (local community members, government officials, NGO staff, tour guides, and volunteers) to ensure success of community-based conservation and ecotourism efforts. Performed nighttime biological sea turtle research to tag sea turtles, mark new nests, and collect biometric data. Trained and led volunteers to participate in research. Organized and conducted environmental education and community outreach activities. Provided Spanish to English interpretation. Provide guided tours at visitor’s center.
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Communication Assistant
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Sep 2010 - Aug 2011
Used English, French, and Mandarin to facilitate internal and external communication among diverse international staff team. Counseled and developed support materials for international students seeking employment in China. Translated official documents from French to English. Produced bilingual promotional videos and reports. Used English, French, and Mandarin to facilitate internal and external communication among diverse international staff team. Counseled and developed support materials for international students seeking employment in China. Translated official documents from French to English. Produced bilingual promotional videos and reports.
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Sage Vision
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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Ecotechnologies Research Volunteer -- Moving Eco Forum
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Aug 2010 - Aug 2010
• Compiled research on ecotechnologies at the 2010 Shanghai World Expo • Compiled research on ecotechnologies at the 2010 Shanghai World Expo
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Communication Coordinator
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Sep 2009 - Jun 2010
Worked on a multicultural team to implement environmental education programs for Chinese high schools. Trained Chinese and international colleagues and volunteers to teach and manage environmental education program. Prepared promotional materials, newsletters, press releases, and program reports. Managed company blogs, websites, and social media. Organized and raised funds for successful 2010 Earth Day event. Worked on a multicultural team to implement environmental education programs for Chinese high schools. Trained Chinese and international colleagues and volunteers to teach and manage environmental education program. Prepared promotional materials, newsletters, press releases, and program reports. Managed company blogs, websites, and social media. Organized and raised funds for successful 2010 Earth Day event.
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Green Corps
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Assistant
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Jun 2008 - Sep 2008
• Received an award of $3,500 to work with the environmental non-profit Green Corps• Implemented online social networking through Facebook to increase applicant pool• Directed job postings to nearly 300 schools and wrote instructions for future staff• Individually secured over $2,000 in tax-deductible donations • Received an award of $3,500 to work with the environmental non-profit Green Corps• Implemented online social networking through Facebook to increase applicant pool• Directed job postings to nearly 300 schools and wrote instructions for future staff• Individually secured over $2,000 in tax-deductible donations
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Education
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2013 - 2013
Institute for Tropical Ecology and Conservation
Coral Reef Ecology -
2011 - 2013
School of International Service, American University
M.A., International Affairs -
2011 - 2013
U.N. University for Peace (Costa Rica)
M.A., Natural Resources and Sustainable Development -
2005 - 2009
Tufts University
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations, Chinese -
2008 - 2008
Institut catholique de Paris
International Relations, French Language -
2007 - 2007
Zhejiang University
Chinese Language and Culture
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