CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position with the Saskatchewan Government where I can gain experience and training in geology, and management, as well as utilize my current skills to make a positive impact.
EDUCATION
University of Regina
-Present
Regina, Saskatchewan
Expected completion 2020
MSc. in Geology
University of Regina
Regina, Saskatchewan
BSc. Geology
Balfour Collegiate-
Regina, Saskatchewan
High School Diploma
MEMBERSHIPS
Saskatchewan Geology Society – Calendar Committee
Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists
Canadian Society of Geophysicists
D.M. Kent Club (University of Regina – Iceland trip sub-committee chairperson)
University of Regina Paleontology Club
Professional Experience
University of Regina
Lab Teacher Assistant
Winter and Fall Semesters 2014 - 2019
Kept control and provided an effective learning environment for a lab of up to 35 students for into to, historical, glacial, and soil geology classes.
Marked labs, tests, and organized the grades in an excel spreadsheet.
Developed lesson plans, and aided in curriculum feedback for the courses.
University of Regina
Grad Student-
Participated in a large combined project with the University of Regina, University of Saskatchewan and the Fedoruk centre focussing on the siting of a small modular nuclear reactor in Southern Saskatchewan.
Thesis project focused on creating a surficial geological siting index.
Consisted of soil and aggregate sampling, lab testing, researching, slope analysis, Atterberg Limits , and ArcGIS work.
GIS Contractor
2017 - Present
Produced detailed maps from GPS collected data.
Formatted maps to also be used in Adobe Illustrator.
Used and altered pre-existing shape files as well as created my own.
Provided deliverables such as topographic and infrastructure maps.
Inland Concrete
Student Researcher
May-August 2014
May-August 2015
Effectively researched glacial deposits in Saskatchewan, focusing on an area around Saskatoon.
Produced a detailed report and presentation at the end of the summer with promising results.
Obtained experience working with a geologist on a drilling rig coring sediment.
Acquired knowledge of the aggregate business from experts in the field.
Initiated and maintained research contacts in the required areas.
Acquired lab testing experience with tests such as lightweight, sieve, and ironstone.
Acquired field testing experience with backhoe pits.
Sask. Parks – Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park
Park Interpreter
Organized and performed educational programming for school and youth groups.
Efficiently handled large groups on educational hikes about geological criteria such as rock identification, paleontology and glaciation.
Effectively planned and designed the summer events at Sask. Landing Provincial Park.
Geologically mapped sections of land for paleontology research.
Extensively used GPS, compass, and maps.
Acquired experience using field microscopes and the identification of sedimentary strata.
Sask. Parks – Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park
Consultant
Spring 2013
Designed eye catching and informative signs for trails.
Developing educational packaging to be sent out to schools.
Researching and compiling information for park pamphlets on various topics.
Writing a manual for use by interpreters for summer programming.
Canadian Linen – Regina, SK
Customer Service Representative
ember 2008-May 2009 May 2011-August 2011
Worked independently travelling throughout Southern Saskatchewan.
Involved in training of new customer service representatives.
Obtained experience driving large vehicles.
Canadian Linen – Regina, SK
August 2010
New Customer Coordinator
Handled concerns from new customers.
Worked as a team with the salesman to provide a pleasant start for new customers.
Designed and wrote training manuals.
Boston Pizza South – Regina, SK
July 2005-August 2008
Manager
July 2005–August 2008
Managed a staff of over 60 people.
Created and organized promotions.
Coordinated work schedules of 25 + staff members.
Worked as an effective member of the management team.
Upgraded forms, excel spreadsheets, and computer programs on a regular basis.
Updated and implemented a new training system for front of house employees (used throughout Southern Saskatchewan).
Volunteer Experience
Red Cross – Regina, SK
Various Duties
Aided in disaster relief situations.
Took in donations by phone and in person.
Assorted paperwork.
Scouts Canada
Scouter
Developed meeting lists and planned camps for up to 30 cubs.
Progressed into Scouts and participated in Wilderness Rendezvous which focused on compass work, mapping and survival skills.
Have received four commendations for volunteer experience.
Languages
English – Native Language
French – Beginner
Other Professional Skills
Familiar with Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experienced in web-development, and social networking
Drivers Licence
First Aid(Red Cross)
W.H.I.M.S. Certified
GIS training
Posters and seminars given
Geoconvention, September 2020, Online. Seminar: “Using Fuzzy Logic, Soil Data and A Surficial Geological Siting Index to Site a Small Modular Nuclear Reactor In Saskatchewan”
Canadian Nuclear Society, June 2020, online. Poster: “Using Soil Data and Fuzzy Logic to Site a Small Modular Reactor in Southern Saskatchewan”
Saskatchewan Geological Survey, December 2019, Saskatoon, SK. Poster: “Using Fuzzy Logic for the Siting of a Small Modular Reactor in Southern Saskatchewan”
Resources for Future Generations, June 2018, Vancouver, BC. Seminar: “Determining Surficial Geology Siting Criteria for Small Modular Reactors (SMR) in Saskatchewan, Canada”
Canadian Nuclear Society, June 2018, Saskatoon, SK. Poster: “Small Modular Reactors (SMR) in Saskatchewan: Developing Surficial Geological Siting Criteria”
Saskatchewan Geological Survey, December 2017, Saskatoon, SK. Poster: “Developing Siting Criteria for a Small Modular Reactor in Saskatchewan”
References
Janis Dale Ph.D., P.Geo – University of Regina
Associate Professor-
Derek Lucik – Inland Aggregates - Lehigh Hanson
Operations Manager-
Joe Milligan – Saskatchewan Parks
Visitor Experience Specialist-
