Jack Turner Resume

Jack Turner 2331 Kaiser Rd. NW, Olympia, WA 98502 (360) 956-2975; (360) 878-7095(c) [email protected] Career Objective: To be a voice for the unheard voices in a leadership capacity that fosters healthy watersheds, neighbors, and communities. Career Highlights • • • •

Emphasis on fostering a strong sense of leadership, collaboration, teamwork and community. Variety of human services experience to include supervisor, small-group facilitator, team leader and instructor. Bridging diverse and sometimes conflicting views to enhance communication and information sharing that promotes healthy relationships and healthy communities. Proven organizational, communication and problem-solving skills, with a sense of humor.

Relevant Experience Tribal Government Liaison, Skokomish Indian Tribe, WA 2005-2007 • Negotiated a watershed plan that led to consensus with six government agencies and several • • • •

non-governmental groups and citizen representatives, leading to other collaborative efforts, namely a Tri-Party agreement between Tribe, County, and PUD. Negotiated an agreement to allow for funding of one of the largest estuary restoration projects in Puget Sound. Developed a three year action plan for U.S. Congress on behalf of the Skokomish River watershed. Participated in several collaborative watershed efforts in development of plans, strategies, presentations, and actions. Wrote and was awarded over $2 million in grants to watershed restoration projects.

Senior Hydrologist, U.S. Forest Service; Walla Walla, WA • •

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1999-2000

Responsible for protection and enhancement of water resources on public land. Facilitated communication between upper management and front line staff in problem-solving and decision-making. Served as staff liaison and representative to ensure employees’ opinions were represented.

Education M.A. Applied Behavioral Sciences Leadership Institute of Seattle, Bastyr University, Seattle, WA M.S. in Geology Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ B.S. in Geology Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO

1999 1992 1986

Work Experience District Hydrologist, U.S. Forest Service; Durango, CO/Prescott, AZ 1986 -1999 • Promoted and facilitated the development and growth of volunteer grassroots groups with the • •

involvement of public land administration. Organized various governmental entities, research centers, educational institutes and citizen groups directed toward the protection of water resources, wildlife and fish habitat. Supervised staff and managed a multi-level initiative to protect an endangered river.

cont. District Hydrologist • Prepared and gave professional presentations on water resources and environmental procedures to both public entities and professional organizations, such as Geologic Society of America, Arizona Hydrologic Society, and US Forest Service resource specialists. • Developed and carried out sampling plans to determine pollution sources to municipal watersheds that included both biological and geological sources.

Personal Life Coach, OD Consultant, Facilitator, and Entrepreneur • •

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2000-2005

Published articles and presented public forums on community participation. Integrated elements of science into individual, group and community development. Developed strategic, cognitive, and inspirational approaches to assist individuals and groups actualize their visions.

Teaching Assistant, Northern Arizona University, Prescott, AZ • Instructed Introduction to Soils lab courses.

1987-1989

Adjunct Faculty, Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO • Instructed Introduction to Biology Lab courses • Tutored basic algebra, trigonometry, and calculus I

1986-1987

Award/Honors • Vice-Chair, Surface and Storm Water Advisory Board • Certificate for Appreciation for Leadership Initiatives • Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Leadership Relevant Group Affiliations • Surface and Storm Water Advisory Board, Thurston County, WA • International Coaching Federation, Washington D.C. • Arizona Dispute Resolution, Phoenix, AZ • Udall Center for Environmental and Public Policy, Tucson, AZ Volunteer Experience • Lobbyist, Olympia, Washington •

Staff Supervisor/Small Group Facilitator, Newton Learning, Inc. and Wings; Phoenix, San Diego, Seattle • Aide/Coach to the Executive Director, Habitat For Humanity • YMCA Counselor Aide, Walla Walla, WA • Youth Team Assistant, Orme Ranch; Orme, AZ • Counselor Aide, American Red Cross; Camp Verde, AZ • Fundraiser, Big Brother’s/Big Sister’s; Prescott, AZ • Team Leader/Small Group Facilitator, Men and Co-ed Support Groups, Prescott, AZ • Outdoor Team Leader/Guide/Planner/Organizer,

2008 1993–1999 1987, 1996-1998

2007-2008 2001-2005 1998-2000 1997-2007

2008 1994-2001 2000 1999 1997-1999 1997-1998 1997-1998 1995-1997 1983-1997

Outdoor Experiential Retreats, Durango, CO and Prescott, AZ Interests Skiing, bicycling, yoga, climbing, jogging, hiking, camping, writing, reading, philosophy, dancing, participating in a team and/or community environment, and my two sons. 2331 Kaiser Rd. NW, Olympia, WA 98502; 360-956-2975; [email protected]