Jake Powell

Jake Powell's work experience includes:

- Senior Scientist at KC Harvey Environmental, LLC since November 2021.

- Principal Ecologist at SWCA Environmental Consultants from December 2013 to November 2021, where they managed projects, provided technical expertise in various environmental areas, and developed client relationships.

- Ecologist/Planner/Reclamation Specialist at At-will contracts from May 2011 to November 2013.

- Rangeland Management Specialist / Botanist at the US Forest Service from 2006 to 2011.

- Research Associate at Montana State University from October 2001 to February 2007, where they conducted research on wildlife and livestock interactions, provided extension services, and reviewed herbivory articles.

- Owner of Powell Horses from June 2001 to June 2006, specializing in training horses and providing riding and instruction services.

- Range Technician at the Bureau of Land Management in 2005.

- Principal at Western Oasis Resource Services from 1997 to 2003, where they offered ranch and farm management services, including livestock herds, grazing allotments, and wildlife habitat improvement planning.

- Owner of Powell Construction from May 1995 to June 2001.

- Biological Science Technician at the National Park Service in 1997.

Overall, Jake has experience in environmental consulting, project management, technical expertise in various environmental areas, research, livestock and grazing management, and construction. Jake has worked in both public and private sectors and has expertise in wildlife and vegetation management.

Jake Powell obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Range Science/Natural Resource Ecology from Montana State University-Bozeman. In addition to their degree, they have professional certifications including Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) from the Society of Wetland Scientists - Professional Certification Program, Certified Professional in Range Management from the Society of Range Management, Professional Agrologist from the Alberta Institute of Agrologists, and Professional Biologist from the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists. However, specific information about the obtained month and year for the SWPPP Administrator certification from the State of Montana is not available.