K. Kelly Close

K. Kelly Close has a diverse and extensive work experience in various roles related to water resources and technology. Starting in 1989, Close had an internship with the National Park Service, where they gained experience in mine reclamation and wetlands restoration. From 1992 to 2007, Close worked at Hydrosphere Resource Consultants, Inc. as a Water Resources Planner, providing support for data analysis, model development, and client management. In 2007, Close joined Leonard Rice Engineers as a Senior Project Hydrologist, focusing on database development and web-based data management systems. Since 2022, Close has been working at LRE Water as the Chief Technology Officer, leading the Water Information Technology Team.

K. Kelly Close has an education history that includes a Bachelor of Environmental Design degree from the University of Colorado Boulder, which was obtained from 1987 to 1992. K. Kelly also holds a high school diploma from Helena High School in Helena, MT, which they earned from 1983 to 1987.

In addition to their degrees, K. Kelly Close has obtained certifications in their career. K. Kelly completed the Colorado Water Leaders Program offered by Water Education Colorado in September 2013. K. Kelly is also a Colorado Professional Engineer, although no specific information is provided about the institution or the year in which they obtained this certification.