AUGUST P. POTOR

Shingle Springs, CA 95682   ■   (530) 306-3107 (cell)   ■   augustpotor@gmail.com

· Maintains high ethical and reliability standards; protects highly sensitive and confidential data.

· Able to perform assignments and implement processes with close supervision, following specific directions and established protocol.

· Prepares, maintains and operates laboratory equipment with precision, safety and attention to detail.

· Experience in data collection, recordkeeping and database technology.

· Skilled in analyzing, prioritizing and categorizing a variety of data formats; capable of finding patterns, organizing ideas and identifying causes/outcomes.

· Handles multiple priorities with ability to change directions and be responsive to changing needs.

· Talent for simplifying complex, technical information and resolving difficult situations quickly.

COMPUTER / SOFTWARE SKILLS

Microsoft Word, Excel, Open Office, Powerpoint, Photoshop cs5

INFRA (U.S. Forest Service Governmental database for archeological findings)

ArcGIS, ArcMap (GPS field collection data software)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sapphos Environmental Consulting, Inc. - Pasadena, CA June 2011 to August 2011

Local environmental firm that resolves planning, resource management and compliance issues, helping conserve natural resources through habitat delineation/restoration, special status species and archaeological/ historic resources. Contracts up to $2.5M for 300+ clients.

On-Call Archaeological Technician / Timber Hills Wind Project

· Selected to participate in the Timber Hills Wind survey, which included pedestrian survey, map reading, photography, GPS use and site recordation.

· Used analytical skills to evaluate and categorize information. Followed manuals, blueprints and other materials to accomplish survey goals including using a variety of test and measurement equipment.

· Saved company significant time and money by completing 3000 acre survey within 30 day deadline; developed and implemented comprehensive strategy with team and used a compass, GPS and other tools for precise measurement. Demonstrated ability to schedule/prioritize work flow for successful completion.

· Accomplished difficult survey within time frame allotted and influenced team to develop consensus on using a safer approach to survey a challenging mountain side tract rather than taking a potentially dangerous route.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)

Plumas National Forest / Feather River Ranger District - Oroville, CA       June 2008 to December 2009

1,146,000 acre U.S. National Forest located in Sierra Nevada in Northern California.

Archaeological Technician

· Conducted archaeological surveys, flagged and tagged archaeological sites, and performed site excavations of an 1800’s Stage Coach Station.

· Accomplished massive task of cleaning, cataloging and storing up to 200 artifacts within 7 days by developing a plan, delegating tasks, operating lab equipment, performing analyses, safe-guarding artifacts and uploading detailed information into the database for future reference.

· Cleaned, assembled, inventoried and dismantled test hardware and apparatus between work sessions. Maintained technical notes and lab records.

· Performed innumerable site recordation and mapping, took part in GIS Database manipulation and created Excel Spreadsheets for detailed site record files kept on all projects.

FIELD TRAINING SCHOOLS

Achill Island, Field School - Ireland    Summer 2005

Training Program for students of archaeology, anthropology and related scientific disciplines; Neolithic to 19th century excavations with instruction delivered by highly experienced archaeologists and environmental scientists.

· Selected to participate in historic archaeological excavation using basic excavation methodology, surveying and planning. Followed specific instructions and modeled established procedures.

· Provided comprehensive physical lab analyses and researched local history for cataloging artifacts.

· Practiced Flotation methodology for recovery of seeds, charcoal and other mini-remains.

Cabrillo College, Archaeology Technology Program - Aptos, CA    Summer 2003

Hands-on archaeological training and certificate program, preparing students for entry level work in governmental agencies.

· Chosen to participate in prehistoric excavations at Wilder Ranch State Park on the Santa Cruz coastline.

· Learned and applied Federal and State laws and regulations regarding Cultural Resource Management in the Western U.S. Researched local native California Cultures relating to the program.

· Processed artifacts in a lab setting and maintained systematic, descriptive field notes.

AWARD CERTIFICATES

Certificate of Merit for reaching INFRA database reporting goals, 2009

Certificate of Achievement for Forest Service fieldwork, 2008

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology

California State University at Chico, CA 2005-2009

Associates Degree in Liberal Arts

Associates Degree in Social Science

Associates Degree in General Studies

Sierra College, Rocklin, CA 2001-2005