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Zachary Darden

@zacharydarden

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Detail-oriented professional with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my skills in environmental management and education while fostering community engagement and conservation efforts.

I am a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in environmental management and education. My experience as an Open Space Resource Specialist at Bernalillo County has equipped me with the skills to coordinate and facilitate agriculturally-related programs, manage budgets, and engage stakeholders effectively. I pride myself on my ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments, ensuring the successful implementation of various initiatives.

In addition to my role in resource management, I have a solid foundation in education as a Science Teacher at Mission Achievement and Success Charter School. Here, I developed engaging lesson plans and utilized hands-on experiments to enhance students' understanding of scientific concepts. My collaborative approach with fellow educators helped integrate technology into the curriculum, fostering a dynamic learning environment.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Spatial Analysis, I have honed my skills in GIS and remote sensing, allowing me to analyze and map environmental data effectively. My experience as a GIS Specialist with the US Forest Service further solidified my technical expertise, where I developed geospatial databases and provided support for GIS applications. I am passionate about promoting conservation and stewardship through education and community engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Open Space Resource Specialist

Bernalillo County

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Coordinated, facilitated, and monitored agriculturally-related programs and activities, including volunteers, service projects, and field trips. Facilitated implementation of forest health thinning plans and general land health initiatives, coordinating with stakeholders and monitoring effectiveness.

Leadership Communication Problem Solving Budget Management Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Curriculum Development Remote Sensing

Science Teacher

Mission Achievement and Success Charter School

Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Developed and implemented engaging science lesson plans for middle school students, utilizing hands-on experiments and real-world examples. Collaborated with fellow teachers to integrate technology into the science curriculum and provided individualized support.

Curriculum Development Lesson planning Classroom Management Educational Technology Science education Mentoring Communication Collaboration Project Based Learning

Park Ranger

Albuquerque Open Space

Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)

Led nature walks and educational programs for park visitors, promoting conservation and stewardship. Maintained and repaired trails, facilities, and equipment within the park, while enforcing rules and regulations.

Environmental Education Trail Maintenance Public Safety Conservation Program Development Community Engagement Wildlife Protection Communication

GIS Specialist

US Forest Service

Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 5 months)

Utilized GIS software to analyze and map environmental data, developing and maintaining geospatial databases for various projects. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate GIS data into project plans and conducted field surveys.

GIS Data Analysis Technical Support Database Management Collaboration Remote Sensing

Crew Supervisor

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps

Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 11 months)

Led a team of 6-8 workers in daily tasks, ensuring efficiency and productivity in trail and habitat restoration projects. Oversaw base camp operations and conducted routine safety audits to uphold risk management programs.

Team Leadership Project Coordination Outdoor Education Risk Management Logistics Management Mentoring Documentation Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Indiana University

Bachelor of Arts, Geography/Spatial Analysis

2016 - 2021

Studied Geography with a focus on Spatial Analysis. Gained expertise in utilizing GIS software to analyze and map environmental data, and developed geospatial databases for various projects.