Thomas Jennerich

(201) 679-1629
tjennerich@gmail.com

Education:
Rutgers University – The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ
Graduated Cum Laude: May 16, 2021
Bachelor of Science in Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources
Certificate in Environmental Geomatics (GIS)
Focus on ArcGIS, QGIS, ArcGIS Online, Google Earth Explorer

Hudson County Community College, Jersey City, NJ

Graduated Summa Cum Laude: May 20, 2018
Associate of Science in Environmental Studies

Work Experience:

Rutgers University, 14 College Farm Road, New Brunswick, NJ

Ecological Field Technician May 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021
Total Hours: 225
$15/hour
Supervisor: Dr. Richard Lathrop
848.932.1580
o Assessed aquatic connectivity of stream crossings, such as bridges and culverts, to
determine whether aquatic and terrestrial wildlife could safely pass for the Lower Raritan
River in New Jersey under Dr. Richard Lathrop and in collaboration with the North
Atlantic Aquatic Connectivity Collaborative (NAACC)
o Underwent certified training through the NAACC under their Hudson Estuary Program
(HEP) to meet specific field data collection protocols
o Worked as a team member of four to successfully collect data
o Entered data for over 150 stream crossings into a database system which would produce a
score from 0-1 for each stream crossing
o Recommended upgrading sites with scores less than 0.6 to the NJDOT

Rutgers University, 14 College Farm Road, New Brunswick, NJ

Wildlife Conservation Technician (Reptilian) May 23, 2020 – May 24, 2020
Total Hours: 16
$15/hour
Supervisor: Dr. Henry Jean-Alder
848.932.1064
 o Conducted field research surveys on the effects of chigger mites on Eastern Blue Fence
Lizard populations under Dr. Henry Jean-Alder in the NJ Pine Barrens
o Captured lizards by using a silk threaded noose attached to a fishing pole
o Photographed and logged condition of each lizard captured
o Released lizards back to their original place of capture
o Research was cut short after two days due to COVID19 protocols by the University

Rutgers University, 14 College Farm Road, New Brunswick, NJ

Wildlife Conservation & Management Intern (Avian) April 15, 2019 – August 31, 2019
Total Hours: 115
Unpaid: Earned College Credits
Supervisor: Dr. Brooke Maslo
848.932.5572
o Conducted wildlife surveys independently to collect data on tree swallow populations
under Dr. Brooke Maslo
o Prepared six bird boxes by cleaning them prior to the mating season
o Monitored each bird box weekly in a remediation site in Burlington, NJ
o Recorded the coordinates of each box using GPS equipment as well as the type of habitat
within arms-length as well as within 100 yards
o Logged data for analysis such as occupying bird species, nest-building phase, dates eggs
were laid, clutch size, incubation time, hatch dates, and fledge dates
o Monitored and recorded environmental elements such as weather and the type of habitat
within arms-length as well as within 100 yards to be incorporated into management of
conservation practices
o Utilized cameras to photograph the physical state of each nest weekly
o Noted any pests within the nests such as ants, wasps, and snakes, as well as any cowbird
eggs within the clutch
o Conducted casual surveys of any butterflies, bees, and moths as well as evidence of other
wildlife such as prints and scat with the help of binoculars
o Removed any overgrown grasses blocking the box entrance holes
o Compiled and summarized data from the season’s surveys and compared it to previous
season’s data to ascertain the success of conservation efforts. Data showed a 7% increase
in successful fledglings from the previous year.
o Assisted in preparation of report of the year’s data which was then submitted to the Cornel
Lab of Ornithology

Friends of Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ

Community Volunteer March 2017 – May 2017
Total Hours: 60 March 2018 – May 2018
Unpaid
Supervisor: Theodore Lai
201.360.4264
o Volunteered through the Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society at Hudson County
Community College
 o Planted native trees and shrubs, removed invasive weeds, and trimmed ornamental grasses
in effort to provide a healthier ecosystem for wildlife
o Aided in cleaning of urban pollution from the salt marsh surrounding the park on the
Hudson River

Meadowlands Environmental Center, 2 De Korte Plaza, Lyndhurst, NJ

Wetlands Educator June 2017 – July 2017
Total Hours: 40
Unpaid
Supervisor: Michele Daly
201.460.4623
o Educated students grades K-12 using my skill in oral communication about the importance
of wetlands ecology through slide lectures, field trips, and scavenger hunts
o Used my ability to identify wildlife species to help educate students
o Trained and aided students to capture aquatic organisms in the field
o Observed algae, plankton, and other aquatic organisms under microscopes
o Aided in setting up scavenger hunts
o Cleaned all lab equipment such as microscopes as well as field equipment such as fishing
nets

Nizza Trattoria Italiano, 630 9th Avenue, New York, NY

Bartender/Server April 2013 – August 2016
55 hours per week
$70,000/year
Supervisor: Sy Rahman
212.333.2323
o Administered new employee training
o Managed daily procedures to meet health department standards

Seehaus & Walker Construction

Carpenter’s Apprentice June 1996 – October 1998
40 hours per week
$13/hour
Supervisor: Todd Walker
201.935.7297
o Learned skills using common hand tools and power equipment
o Assisted in home renovations such as kitchens, bathrooms, and additions

Additional Coursework Experience:

Ecology Course, Hudson County Community College- Student

 o Acquired knowledge of community interactions, populations, competition, energy flow,
and food webs

Freshwater Ecology Course, Rutgers University- Student

o Conducted stream and pond sampling of macroinvertebrates
o Conducted Water Quality Indices on the campus pond and stream

Biology Lab Course, Rutgers University- Student

o Knowledge of general lab equipment
o Learned practical knowledge of the biological sciences
o Ability to conduct PCR and gel electrophoresis
o Ability to use Finch TV, which is used to match DNA sequences with species

Natural Resource Management Course, Rutgers University- Student

o Conducted Forest Sampling on the Rutgers EcoPreserve
o Used field equipment such as GPS to map tree species
o Ability to calculate forest nut mast
o Independently installed bird boxes

Animal Behavior Course, Rutgers University- Student

o Conducted a three-day behavioral study on the Madagascar Hissing Cockroach
o Logged all behavior’s six times per day
o Acquired knowledge of interspecific and intraspecific interactions between various
organisms

Vertebrate Zoology Course, Rutgers University- Student

o Gained the ability to identify wildlife species such as birds, mammals, reptiles,
amphibians, and fish visually through preserved specimens

Dendrology Course, Rutgers University- Student

o Gained the ability to identify tree species by sight
o Ability to use a dichotomous key to identify species

Environmental Public Policy Course, Hudson County Community College- Student

o Acquired knowledge of policies such as CWA, SWDA, NEPA, CERCLA, FIFRA,
RCRA, NWRSAA and the Endangered Species Act

Skills:

o Proficient in Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, ArcGIS online, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, and
Affinity Designer
o Species identification and taxonomic classification
 o Ability to conduct surveys independently
o Ability to use field equipment
o Experience with lab equipment
o Understanding of biological and ecological processes
o Outstanding written and oral communications

Awards:

o David A. Hagans Scholarship 2020-2021, Rutgers School of Environmental and

Biological Sciences
o Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society Transfer Scholarship 2018-2021
o NJ Freeholders Scholarship 2017
o Coca-Cola Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship 2017
o Dean’s List Honors: 9 out of 10 semesters

Affiliations:

o Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society, Member 2018

o Sigma Kappa Delta English Honors Society, Member 2018
o National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), Member 2018
o Rutgers Wildlife Society, Member 2019

Relevant Coursework:

Principles of Ecology- 4 semester hours

Freshwater Ecology- 4 semester hours
Principle of Natural Resource Management- 4 semester hours
Animal Behavior- 3 semester hours
Vertebrate Zoology- 4 semester hours
Animal Physiology Ecology- 3 semester hours
Sustainability and Conservation- 3 semester hours
Environmental Studies- 3 semester hours
Environmental Public Policy- 3 semester hours
Analytical Methods in Ecology- 3 semester hours
Principles of Evolution with Lab- 4 semester hours
Principals of Biology I and II- 6 semester hours
Biologic Principles of Environmental Science- 4 semester hours
Biology Lab- 2 semester hours
Dendrology- 4 semester hours
Botany- 3 semester hours
Plant Science- 3 semester hours
Introduction to Remote Sensing (GIS)- 3 semester hours
Advanced Remote Sensing (GIS)- 3 semester hours
Fundamentals of Environmental Geomatics (GIS)- 3 semester hours
Intermediate Geomatics (GIS)- 3 semester hours
Advanced Geomatics (GIS)- 3 semester hours
Map Design (GIS)- 3 semester hours
Calculus- 4 semester hours
Physics- 3 semester hours
Chemistry I- 3 semester hours
Chemistry Lab- 1 semester hour

Basic Info:

Citizenship: United States

Driver’s License: Colorado (Active)
Languages: English – Fluent, Native
Veteran’s Preference: NONE

References:

Dr. Richard Lathrop

Professor, Rutgers University
Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources
14 College Farm Road
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Office: (848) 932-1580
lathrop@crssa.rutgers.edu

Dr. Brooke Maslo

Professor, Rutgers University
Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources and GIS
14 College Farm Road
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Office: (848) 932-5572
Brooke.maslo@rutgers.edu

Dr. Henry John-Alder

Professor, Rutgers University
Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources
14 College Farm Road
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Office: (848) 932-1064
Henry.John-Alder@Rutgers.edu

Dr. Marci Meixler

Professor, Rutgers University
Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources and GIS
14 College Farm Road
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Office: (848) 932-1081  
meixler@sebs.rutgers.edu 

Dr. Suzanne Sukdheo

Professor, Rutgers University
Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources
84 Lipman Dr, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Office: (848) 932-3760  
ssukhdeo@sebs.rutgers.edu

Michele Daly
Meadowlands Environmental Center
Director of Youth Education
2 De Korte Plaza, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Office: (201) 460.4623
Michele.daly@njmeadlowlands.gov