Enthusiastic problem solver with a unique combination of analytical and interpersonal abilities. Demonstrated success working as part of a team to conceive and implement novel, creative solutions. Excellent communicator who excels at delivering complex information to diverse audiences.
PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Faculty Research Assisstant
Oregon State University, September 2021 - Present
Providing science leadership, interagency coordination and leading public engagement during implementation of Oregon’s statewide wildfire hazard map (Senate Bill 762). Working collaboratively with state agencies and the Governor’s office to navigate social and political opposition by creating opportunities for county engagement, implementing an effective public engagement process, and improving communications. Read more here.
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Project managed update of the PNW Quantitative Wildfire Risk Assessment. Facilitated stakeholder engagement with the use of surveys, created and led an interagency leadership team, and facilitated a series of subject matter expert workshops. Continue to be responsible for science translation and technical support to the U.S. Forest Service, state natural resource agencies and county emergency professionals.
Research Fellow & Initiative Coordinator
U.S. Forest Service, PNW Research Station, June 2020 - September 2021
Led the development of a study focused on evaluating plausible community wildfire disasters in western Oregon and Washington. Provided administrative and communications support to more than ten research projects in the Westside Fire Research Initiative.
Conservation Connect Fellow National Forest Foundation
Missoula, MT, April 2019 - April 2020
The Conservation Connect program of the National Forest Foundation is specifically focused on ways to promote collaborative forums and tools which support restoration work on National Forests and Grasslands. Was responsible for the design and implementation of a qualitative review of the Community Capacity and Land Stewardship grant. Interviewed forest collaboratives and U.S. Forest Service staff and prepared a summary report for U.S. Forest Service Region 6 staff. Also participated in trainings on facilitation, forest planning, and NEPA in the U.S. Forest Service.
Wildfire Risk and Mitigation Modeling Portland State University
Portland, OR, 2018 - December 2020
In pursuit of Master of Science degree, coordinating with water utility providers and an interdisciplinary team of researchers to conduct a climate resiliency assessment for the Clackamas River Watershed. Research sheds light on the character and magnitude of future risk to water quality and quantity and provides managers with relevant and actionable information to plan risk reduction efforts. Specifically interested in how wildfire risk may serve as a catalyst for community engagement and resiliency planning.
Forest & Recreation Specialist, Midcoast Conservancy
Wiscasset, ME, June 1, 2013 - March 31, 2016
Managed a non-profit community forest. Developed and coordinated volunteer base. Led a merger between four community conservation organizations, and played a central role in subsequent strategic planning, as well as board and staff development.
EDUCATION
Master of Science Portland State University
Portland, OR 2018 - 2020
School of the Environment
MF Forest Management University of Maine
Orono, ME 2014-2015
Coursework taken, degree incomplete
Bachelor of Arts Colby College
Waterville, ME 2009
Biology, with honors
HIGHLIGHTED SKILLS
Skills
Facilitation and meeting management
Conflict resolution
Public engagement
Science communication
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Quantitative Skills
Spatial analysis – ArcGIS Desktop and R
Wildfire risk modeling – FSim, FlamMap
You cannot save the land apart from the
people, or the people apart from the land.
// Wendell Berry