Michael Herbert
Yigo
Summary
Proven leader in environmental conservation and security with a track record of spearheading initiatives for the University of Guam and the United States Air Force. Excelled in collaboration and problem-solving, significantly enhancing reef and wildlife protection. Skilled in adaptability and communication, adept at managing cross-functional teams to achieve tangible results in habitat restoration and invasive species management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Conservation Corps Leader
University Of Guam (Guam Green Growth)
Dean’s Circle, House #32 Mangilao, GU 96923
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with Epscor, Sea Grant in Ocean Conservation and cleanup by removing waste from the reef and coordinating with cross functional teams to compile various other objects that could threaten wildlife and Coral.
- Assisted Grow, Guam Forestry and Soil Resources Division with Watershed Restoration and Reforestation by spearheading and modifying more native plant species Acacia trees to covert highly fire-prone landscapes.
- Collaborated with (United States Geological Survey) USGS biologists in Invasive Species Management (Brown Tree Snake removal.)
Security Forces Officer
United States Air Force
Andersen Air Force Base , Yigo, Guam 96929
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Patrol beaches by feet and vehicles in our jurisdiction to include Tarague beach, Sirena beach, Scout beach, EOD beach, to insure no wildlife, coral, shells ,plants , and foliage are illegally taken from the beach as well as no wildlife are harmed , identify and make contact with fishers to confirm that they have obtained the necessary permit required to fish.
- Performed and maintained surveillance of the outskirts of Ritidian and well as other boundaries in North West field to ensure that there are no illegal poaching of deer.
- Patrol along the perimeters of the fence lines checking brown tree snake traps for any Infractions and ensuring there are no holes for the snakes to escape.
Education
Cleveland Community College
Shelby, North Carolina 06.2016
Skills
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Decision making
- Time management
- Work ethic
- Self-motivation
- Problem solving
References
Dr. Austin J. Shelton |||
Director University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability
(671)735-5631
Annania Nauta
G3 Kupu Corps Program
Coordinator
(671)482-1992
Timeline
Conservation Corps Leader
University Of Guam (Guam Green Growth)
03.2023 - 08.2023
Security Forces Officer
United States Air Force
10.2017 - 06.2021
Cleveland Community College