Shaelee Peters

shaeleepeters@gmail.com · (204)-899-3096

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
 University of Manitoba student in Environmental Studies Coop program with specialization
in wildlife and biodiversity
 Field sampling knowledge and experience in agricultural trials and wetland ecosystems done
through employment and course work
 Experience monitoring and reporting on wildlife and ecosystem subject matter through
course work
 Exceptional communication and customer service skills gained through job experience,
academic projects/courses and volunteering experience
 Effective organizer with attention to detail and multi-tasking experience achieved through
scientific experimentation

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Major, Coop), University of Manitoba Sept 2015 - Present
Area of Specialization: Wildlife and Biodiversity

Relevant Courses
The Chordates Principles of Ecology
Ecosystem Management Boreal Ecology
Basic Statistical Analysis 1 & 2 Environmental Responsibilities and Law
Environmental Problem Solving and The Native Peoples of Canada
Scientific Thinking Environmental Science Concepts and Issues

Academic Accomplishments and Awards

 Dean’s Honour List: Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environmental, Earth, and Resources,
Fall 2017 & 2018

RELATED SKILLS
Environmental Monitoring, Reporting, and Field Work
 Created an inclusive ecosystem management plan for downstream La Salle River System
using research in stakeholder, ecosystem, and adaptive management in an ecosystem
management course
 Sampled many invertebrate species through controlled methods for aquatic diversity
experimentation in a principles of ecology course
 Compiled research for a complete scientific report, website, and poster on marine debris
ingestion in sea turtles and its effects for a technical communications course
 Produced brief notes and environmental assessments on the University of Manitoba reporting
on environmental legislation for an environmental law course
 Handled and transported wildlife ambassadors in training and during outreach events
volunteering at Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre
 Compiled data sets of thousands of plants emergence, heights, widths, and weights for
information pertaining to agricultural experimentation while employed at the University of
Manitoba

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 Recorded light measurement and soil moisture data using sensitive data collection devices for
agricultural experiments while employed at the University of Manitoba

Communication and Public Relations

 Corresponded predetermined checklists from supervisors to carefully and accurately carry
out tasks for experimental trials at the University of Manitoba
 Collaborated with coworkers to communicate procedures such as weighing biomass and seed
for agricultural trials at the University of Manitoba
 Educated visitors when promoting rehabilitation and wildlife care at events during
volunteering at Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre
 Assisted clients through phone calls and emails while providing exceptional customer service

Leadership and Management Skills

 Maintained deadlines for numerous data collection techniques around the agricultural season
to achieve productive results within the time frame given
 Regulated excel spreadsheets regularly for updated client documentation and contact
information while employed in Payroll at the University of Manitoba
 Managed multiple project and assignment deadlines with a full course load to receive
outstanding results in academic work
 Transported animal ambassadors and event material at presentations on time while
volunteering at Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre

EMPLOYMENT AND VOLUNTEER CHRONOLOGY

Volunteer Wildlife Haven Ile des Chênes, MB Jan 2019 - Present

Rehabilitation Centre
Volunteer Prairie Wildlife St. Adolphe, MB Jun - Aug 2018
Rehabilitation Centre
Summer Research Plant Science University of Manitoba Apr - Aug 2018
Technician
Assistant/Receptionist Payroll and Supplier University of Manitoba May - Aug 2016 &
Payment Services Apr - Sept 2017
Student Assistant Payroll University of Manitoba Feb 2015 & 2016

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND CERTIFICATIONS

 Class 5 Driver’s License Current
 Emergency First Aid/CPR Level C Current
 Pleasure Craft Operator Card Current
 Wildlife Society Member Current

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