Matthew Alexander

Experience

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  Hansen's Biological Consulting

  Apr 1997 - Jan 1999

  Ornithologist

  Duties: April 1997-January 1999 -Population and nest monitoring of shorebird, tern, and duck species in the Central Valley region of California -Conducting general surveys to catalogue the biotic inventory of Valley Wetland, Blue Oak Woodland, Riparian, and Agriculturally Altered Habitats in the Central Valley region of California May 2000-May 2006-Conducting avian population surveys for Santa Catalina Island every May and October for six years

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  U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

  May 2000 - Sept 2000

  Field Technician

  Duties: -Operating a Bird Banding Station (M.A.P.S.) -Setting up and taking down mist nets used to capture local bird species -Remove captured birds for banding and morphological measurements -Enter data into a spread sheet for monitoring population trends over time

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  California Department of Fish and Game

  Apr 2001 - Oct 2001

  Snowy Plover and Least Tern Monitor

  Duties: -Survey multiple breeding locations in San Diego County for presence of Snowy Plover and Least Tern -Locate nests and monitor breeding success of Snowy Plover and Least Tern -Band Snowy Plover and Least Tern hatchlings -Record and categorize all necessary information about predation, nest success and population levels

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  San Diego State University

  Jan 2002 - Dec 2004

  Graduate Teaching Assistant

  Duties: -Teaching General Biology, Human Anatomy and Ornithology -Lecture on biological topics through a combination of techniques such as Powerpoint, video, whiteboard diagrams, and other multimedia -Develop and grade homework, quizzes and exams appropriate to the class material -Present lab material and monitor student experiments -Lead student field trips exploring avian species diversity and behavior throughout San Diego County

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  California Department of Fish and Game

  Feb 2002 - Jul 2005

  Biologist

  Duties: -General maintenance of Department Ecological Reserves in desert, mountainous and coastal ecosystems; Duties included -Design and conduct Breeding Bird Surveys -Conduct specific bird surveys for endangered, threatened, and species of special concern (snowy plover, least tern, sw willow flycatcher, least Bell's vireo) -Reporting mountain lion and turkey sign and sightings to lead biologist -Building, maintaining and repairing exterior and interior fences -Maintaining natural and modified springs for wildlife -Maintaining and repairing windmill springs -Usage of tractors to haul equipment and maintain dirt roads -Cultural resource surveys and GPS mapping -Working with individuals from different agencies to accomplish necessary goals Show less

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  San Diego State University Foundation

  Apr 2003 - Jun 2003

  Ornithologist

  Duties: -Conduct Breeding Bird Surveys on a portion riparian habitat for MCAS Miramar -Collect, analyze and summarize resulting data -Draft a report for inclusion in a larger habitat survey

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  San Diego State University Foundation

  Apr 2004 - Aug 2005

  Dr. Kevin Burns Genetics LabDuties: -Conduct genetic research on various avian species using molecular techniques and analyses -Manage the day to day activities of the lab including ordering supplies and maintaining databases -Preparation of avian museum skins -Manage and maintain the San Diego State University Avian Collection. This included avian skins and tissue collections. -Supervise and train lab technicians Duties: -Conduct Breeding Bird Surveys on a portion riparian habitat for MCAS Miramar -Collect, analyze and summarize resulting data -Draft a report for inclusion in a larger habitat survey

  • Lab Manager / Avian Curator

    Feb 2002 - Aug 2005

  • Ornithologist

    Apr 2004 - Jun 2004
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  Miramar College

  Aug 2005 - Aug 2006

  Adjunct Faculty

  Duties: Teaching General Biology Lab and Lecture -Lecture on biological topics through a combination of techniques such as Powerpoint, video, whiteboard diagrams, and other multimedia -Develop and grade homework, quizzes and exams appropriate to the class material -Present lab material and monitor student experiments

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  California Department of Fish and Game

  Sept 2006 - Oct 2007

  Biologist

  I designed and conducted bird population sampling projects using point count methodology for the inventorying of various Department Ecological Reserves. I also designed and conducted species specific population sampling studies for multiple state and federal special status species that inhabit department lands in southern California. These efforts also included the interpretation of results and drafting of reports for my supervisors to enhance management decisions. A larger portion of my duties included the daily monitoring and managing of all wildlife inhabiting the properties under my stewardship and the oversight of my field assistants. This included monitoring watering holes, both native springs and manmade water sources, and maintaining access and ensuring the safety of the wildlife using those water sources. Removing of old barbed-wire fences and overseeing the construction of new straight-wire fencing to ensure the safe movement of wildlife. I was also responsible for reporting sign of mountain lions and deer movements to the Department's Mountain Lion and Big Horn Sheep Specialist. My duties also included monitoring invasive plant species and large removal projects to enhance habitat for wildlife. These included herbicide applications, removal of invasive water plants from lagoons, and a large eucalyptus grove removal project. My duties on these projects included pre-planning meetings with my supervisor, implementation of work plans and oversight of field assistants. Show less

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  Foothill Associates

  Sept 2007 - Dec 2007

  Biologist
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  Ecology and Environment, Inc

  Feb 2008 - Nov 2015

  Senior Wildlife Biologist

  My role working as a wildlife biologist on solar, wind, and pipeline projects include initial environmental feasibility analyses to determine potential environmental impacts, design and implementation of pre-construction wildlife surveys, oversight of field crews, data management, and interpretation of results and drafting of potential project impacts to wildlife and recommendations to minimize and mitigate impacts. I use my extensive wildlife sampling experience to design, conduct, and oversee field personnel implementing sampling designs. Specifically, pygmy rabbit surveys, songbird nesting surveys and point counts using distance sampling, raptor migration counts, aerial and terrestrial raptor nest surveys, greater sage-grouse and sharp-tailed grouse lek surveys, and analysis of acoustic bat surveys.During the pre-construction phase of the Ruby Pipeline Project, much of my work involved leading field crews conducting raptor nest surveys (aerial and terrestrial), migratory bird nest surveys, pygmy rabbit surveys, and greater sage-grouse surveys. The Ruby Pipeline Project spans four states in the western U.S., and involved interactions with four state wildlife agencies, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, two U.S. Forest Service and seven U.S. Bureau of Land Management districts. This included survey design, sampling technique training of field personnel, field crew scheduling, database management and QA/QC of all field data, determination of seasonal and spatial restrictions, and report writing for Federal and State Agency review. During the 2010 field season, field teams recorded and monitored status and nest outcomes for more than 1,400 raptor and common raven nests, and 400 migratory bird nests so I could track the areas that pipeline construction could commence. Show less

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  RS Geospatial, LLC

  Nov 2015 - May 2018

  Vice President

  Mobile GIS and GNSS consultant for sales and training on survey grade field equipment and GIS software for field data collection on tablets. Developing the necessary GNSS equipment systems for clients based on their accuracy needs (2-meter, sub-meter, sub-foot, centimeter grade). Creating fully customized GIS databases and field data collection forms with Esri products for environmental and utility clients and providing the appropriate field tablets, GNSS equipment, and laser rangefinders for those clients to collect new data and monitor existing assets long term. Show less

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  Anatum Field Solutions, LLC

  Jan 2016 - May 2018

  Vice President

  Mobile GIS and GNSS consultant for full workflows from software to hardware and general problem solver for helping clients determine the best software and GNSS solution for their accuracy needs. Meeting daily client needs of determining accuracy requirements, recommending the appropriate GNSS equipment, and discussing data collection software options. Providing rental equipment and support for clients. GNSS training for field staff and introduction to ArcGIS Online mobile solutions for new users. Show less

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  Anatum GeoMobile Solutions, LLC

  Jun 2018 - now

  VP of Sales

  I handle GPS, UAV, and GIS consulting for new clients, assist clients with determining the best GPS/GNSS receiver or drones for their work needs, training, marketing, and customer support. Use my field experience with Mobile GIS equipment and workflows to recommend the best hardware solutions to our clients.