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Hugo Cobos

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I lead environmental compliance, NEPA, and wildlife conservation across complex federal projects.

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking to apply and further develop my NEPA, ecology, and state and federal environmental-regulation expertise in a mission-driven organization that supports global security and economic prosperity through innovative solutions, ethical standards, adaptability, and teamwork.

I've led natural and cultural resource programs for the U.S. Air Force at Kadena Air Base and Bellows Air Station, coordinating environmental reviews, habitat protection, invasive-species contracts, and compliance for more than $500 million annually in construction projects.

Across the U.S. Forest Service and Air Force, I've delivered NEPA analyses, Section 7 consultations, wildlife restoration, stakeholder partnerships, and contractor oversight. My work has earned Secretary of Defense and U.S. Air Force conservation awards while protecting listed species and supporting mission readiness.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Biological Scientist (Natural and Cultural Resource Manager)

US Air Force

May 2020 - May 2025 (5 years)

Served as Overseas Environmental Impact Analysis Process coordinator, reviewing and writing over 30 CEs and 2 EAs annually for base projects. Managed natural and cultural resource programs, including invasive species contracts, INRMPs, and coordination with Okinawan and Hawaiian agencies.

NEPA Environmental Impact Assessment INRMP Invasive Species Management Cultural Resources Section 7 Consultation ESA Compliance Project Management Contract Management PPBE ArcGIS Microsoft Office

East Zone Wildlife Biologist

US Forest Service

Aug 2016 - Nov 2019 (3 years 3 months)

Conducted Section 7 consultations for Red-cockaded Woodpecker and wrote/reviewed NEPA documents including CEs, EAs, and EISs. Managed wildlife programs across two ranger districts, supervised seasonal technicians, and coordinated with military installations and partners.

NEPA Section 7 Consultation Red Cockaded Woodpecker Wildlife Management And Interdisciplinary Teams Supervision ArcGIS NRIS Microsoft Office

District Wildlife Biologist - 120 Day Detail

US Forest Service

Apr 2016 - Aug 2016 (4 months)

Provided wildlife input for three large-scale landscape restoration efforts and developed program of work. Supervised seasonal technicians and ensured compliance with the Northwest Forest Plan.

NEPA Wildlife Management And Interdisciplinary Teams Supervision ArcGIS NRIS Microsoft Office

Wildlife Biologist

US Forest Service

Feb 2013 - Apr 2016 (3 years 2 months)

Led field crews to collect wildlife data on large project areas, conducted surveys for Northern Goshawk, Flammulated Owl, White-headed Woodpecker, and Upland Sandpiper. Developed habitat enhancement projects and wrote successful grants for wildlife monitoring and restoration.

NEPA Ecological Surveys Northern Goshawk Flammulated Owl White Headed Woodpecker Upland Sandpiper ArcGIS NRIS Grant writing ResourceAdvisor Fire Management Microsoft Office

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

New Mexico State University

Bachelor of Science, Fisheries, Wildlife & Conservation Ecology

2006 - 2012

Activities and societies: Treasurer (2010-11) and President (2011-12) of the NMSU Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society; volunteered with New Mexico Department of Game & Fish for wildlife sampling and surveys.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a focus on Fisheries, Wildlife & Conservation Ecology. Completed coursework in ecosystem management, wildlife ecology, and genetics, and led research on wintering burrowing owls.