Stephen Novak - GIT

Experience

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  Dutch Bros Coffee

  Apr 2017 - Aug 2018

  Barista

  Crafted high quality espresso drinks, teas, and smoothies with efficiency and attention to detail. Maintained a positive attitude and had authentic conversations with customers even in high stress situations. Had to be a dependable and motivated member of my team. Was trained in an on-the-job learning environment.Barista of the Month: June 2017, August 2018

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  Western Washington University

  Feb 2018 - Jun 2019

  HR Onboarding Assistant

  Responsible for managing professional training invitations for all new WWU staff and faculty. Demonstrate high level of customer service and communication skills by providing assistance for new hires in their transition. Required high level of proficiency in using Microsoft Office products.

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  Western Washington University

  Jul 2020 - Dec 2020

  Maintain department tools and equipment such as rock saws and grinders. Refill lab supplies, some of which are hazardous. Cut and sand glass scratch plates for lab use. Assist faculty with cataloging research samples. Field Component:Conduct stream discharge measurements and collect suspended sediment samples in backcountry field sites. Collect tree core and slab samples to be examined using dendrochronological methods. Overnight backcountry travel was required to reach field sites, a pack in excess of 40 pounds had to be carried.Remote Component:Compile and georeference historic aerial photos across various time periods in Arcpro.

  • Geology Department Support Staff

    Sept 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Research Assistant

    Jul 2020 - Sept 2020
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  Nooksack Indian Tribe

  Sept 2020 - Sept 2020

  Field Assistant

  Provided assistance with an ongoing 8 year study being conducted by the Nooksack Indian Tribe on the melt rate of the Sholes glacier located on Mt. Baker. Measured stream discharge and stage height, collected suspended sediment samples, and installed multiple glacial ablation rods. Hazardous travel across glaciated terrain was required in order to reach field sites.

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  Firehouse Cafe & Performing Arts Center

  Feb 2021 - Jun 2021

  Barista

  Crafts various espresso based drinks and baked goods. Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and have meaningful conversation with strangers even when under stress. Responsible for handling large sums of money and running business operations solo.

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  Landform Environmental

  May 2021 - now

  Principal
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  Fain Environmental LLC

  Jun 2021 - now

  Geomorphologist & GIS Specialist

  Geomorphic assesments, fish passage projects, and geospatial analysis.