Robyn Flakne

Robyn Flakne

Natural Resources Manager

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Natural Resources Manager at Village of Glenview

  • Education

    • Augustana College

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      Bachelor of Arts (BA) Biology
    • University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

      1993 - 2000
      Ph.D. Forestry
    • Northeastern Illinois University

      1988 - 1991
      Master of Arts (MA) Geography and Environmental Studies
  • Experience

    • Village of Glenview

      Oct 2000 - now
      Natural Resources Manager

      Evaluate resource response and prescribe management treatments and policy recommendations for urban forest, prairie remnants and restorations, and riparian habitats impacted by urban setting. Responsible for contract management, project management, grant application and administration, intern and volunteer programs. Serve as staff liaison to the Natural Resources Commission.

    • Northeastern Illinois University

      Jan 2006 - now
      Part-Time Instructor

      Forest Resources Management, Green Infrastructure Planning and Management, National Parks and Forests. Prepare and deliver lectures, interactive lessons, and field trips/lab exercises regarding natural resources management and policy.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Midwest Ecological Prescription Burn Crew Training

    • Certified Arborist

      International Society of Arboriculture
    • Illinois Pesticide Applicator

      Illinois Department of Agriculture