Lisa Windom, M.S.

Experience

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  Colorado State University

  Aug 2011 - May 2012

  Student Lab Technician
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  Denver Water Recycling Plant

  May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Intern

  In preparation for revisions on EPA Regulation #31, analyzed, synthesized and presented the phosphorus removal efficiency and economic gain from merging the trial bio-phosphorus removal process of Metro Wastewater Reclamation District with the chemical process installed at Denver Water Recycling Plant.

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  Natural Resources Ecology Laboratory

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2013

  Student Research Assistant

  Ecological research focused on the influence of nitrogen deposition on carbon storage within the sub-alpine soil.

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  Ackerson Research Laboratory at Colorado Stare University Chemistry

  Jan 2014 - May 2014

  Student Research Assistant

  Determine methods to control size of biosynthesized selenium nanoparticles

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  Crazy Mountain Brewery

  May 2014 - Dec 2014

  Quality Assurance Specialist

  Develop and manage the brewery quality control program, physical laboratory, provide a consistent and quality product through monitoring detrimental variables of all areas of the brew production. From a biological standpoint: monitor, calculate and coordinate brewers yeast propagation, harvest, storage and pitching between brews. Lead varied experimental brew projects which explore new methods of flavor/aroma exposure, brew adjuncts and mixtures. Create, brew and collaborate to name/label a unique recipe to be released in August 2014. Organize and run the special tapping of the beer, Hitcher's Ginger, at the Mayor of Old Town. Show less

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  Eagle River Water and Sanitation District

  Apr 2015 - Sept 2015

  Water Operator

  Meticulously verify quality control processes in place throughout treatment process while managing the proper treatment and distribution of millions of gallons of drinking water.

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  Oregon State University

  Sept 2015 - Mar 2020

  Graduate Teaching/Research Assistant

  Received a Master's of Science in Soil Science and Water Resource Science. Research: Provide insight through the experimental exploration of solute transport through karst aquifer microfissures.Teaching: Support the implementation and troubleshooting of the budding OSU Sustainability Program, focus placed on teaching Sustainability in Communities and Climate Change both on-campus and online.

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  CSS-Dynamac Enterprise

  May 2017 - Sept 2017

  Chemist

  Process, prepare and perform analyses on water samples for the 2017 EPA Natural Lakes Survey. Applied GMP to safely manage and run equipment, stock solutions, and ensure the accuracy and precision of results.

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  North Unit Irrigation District

  Apr 2018 - Sept 2021

  Design, fund (via grant writing) and manage special projects within North Unit Irrigation District and the Deschutes Basin. Projects focus on improving: water quantity, water quality, water efficiency, public education, watershed management, operational efficiency, and more. Problem-solving on a basin-wide scale to improve water management for North Unit Irrigation District. By creating, funding through grants, and implementing projects focused on improving water efficiency and drought resilience, we balance the needs of farms, fish and families.

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2020 - Sept 2021

  • Water Operations/Special Projects Coordinator

    Apr 2018 - Jan 2020
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  Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District

  Sept 2021 - Oct 2023

  Conservation Specialist/ CREP Planner

  From the farms to the fish, we work to support our agricultural and rural community in pursuit of sustainable agriculture, clean waterways and responsible land management. We manage and provide grant to restore natural riparian habitat, upgrade on-farm infrastructure and to plant native vegetation. We specialize in projects related to water quality, weed management, drought-resiliency, and semi-arid land and water resource management.

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  Colorado Springs Utilities

  Oct 2023 - now

  Project Manager II

  In pursuit of sustainable water resource and land management within the arid climate of the Arkansas River Valley, we invest in our local agricultural communities to find equitable solutions for our future. Our projects focus on infrastructure upgrades, water-sharing between agriculture and municipal uses, with native revegetation and long-range management strategies which benefit municipal, agriculture and ecological interests.