Blake Johnson

Experience

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  McDonald's Corporation

  Jan 2010 - Nov 2014

  Crew Member

  Gained experience with working with the general public, promoting a positive attitude, working with a team, and managing customer attitudes and expectations in stressful circumstances.

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  Sediment and Erosion Control Research and Education Facility

  Nov 2014 - Dec 2016

  Research Assistant

  Worked through NC State University’s Soil Science department under Dr. Richard McLaughlin to help facilitate soil erosion control research. Conducted work in both the field and laboratory settings.Aided with research regarding the use of cementing ditches during construction to reduce erosion under a grant provided by the Department of Transportation.

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  US Army Corps of Engineers

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2023

  Lead speaking engagements as a featured guest for organizations, interest groups, and stakeholdersabout how Jordan Lake is managed and what motivates Corps decision making.Partner with local governments and non-profit interest groups who have a shared mission ofenvironmental conservation, public safety, or government involvement to collaborate in creatingpublic events or initiatives.Use professional creative software to create engaging visual information material such asinfographics, interpretive panels, signs, brochures, videos, and social media posts. Afișează mai puține Manage various natural resource programs at the regional level by providing support, oversightand guidance to the 5 reservoir projects of the Miami River Area concerning policy andprocedures as relates to the volunteer, interpretation, recreation, environmental stewardship,partnership, and visitor assistance.Assist in the research, development, and evaluation of protocols, procedures and policy to ensurevisitor and staff safety and compliance with Army Regulations. Share best practices with projectpersonnel to enhance effective and efficient operations.Assist leadership in the development of the annual budget by coordinating with the projects toprepare necessary documents, graphs, spreadsheets, and review trend analysis to plan for currentand future expenditures. Afișează mai puține

  • Natural Resources Specialist (GS-0401-5/7/9)

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2023

  • Natural Resources Specialist (GS-0401-11)

    Jan 2023 - Jan 2023

  • Pathways Intern (GS-0401-4)

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2017
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  Bureau of Land Management

  Jan 2023 - now

  Public Affairs Specialist - Fire (GS-1035-11/12)

  Serve as a liaison between the BLM Utah Fire Team and media agencies to provide information surrounding active wildfires and other inquiries. Highlight fuels management, aviation, radio, and wildland firefighting efforts through social media, blog post, and cooperation with traditional media agencies.Promote wildfire prevention through coalitions between interagency partners.