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Max Price
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Max Price
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[email protected] | LinkedIn Profile | (574) 606-8111 | Talent, OR

Professional Summary
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High-energy environmental data professional with over a decade of experience specializing in field operations, instrumentation, and data integrity. I am dedicated to advancing industry excellence by leading workforce development initiatives and employing next-generation monitoring technologies. A personal priority is delivering high-quality data sets to stakeholders and the public.

Education
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Indiana University
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Bachelor of Science, Geological Studies | Minor in Mathematics | Bloomington, IN | 2014-2017 | GPA 3.4 / 4.0

  • Relevant coursework: Field Geology of Northern Rocky Mountains with Environmental Concentration (6cr), Field Geology of Precambrian Ontario (3cr), Methods of Analytical Geochemistry (3cr), Environmental Physics (3cr), Fundamentals of Geochemistry (3cr), Biology of Birds (3cr)
  • Indiana Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department Undergraduate Liaison and recipient of Gary N. Lane Beginning Geologist Award

Professional Experience
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United States Geological Survey
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Senior Hydrologic Technician | GS-11 | Medford, OR | 2019 – Present

  • Collect hydrologic data including river stage and discharge, water quality, and meteorological parameters using equipment such as ADCP, ADV, Price AA Meters, thermistors, water quality sondes, and tipping buckets, all following protocols that emphasize accuracy and reproducibility
  • Perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of sensing, recording, and communication equipment following methods that minimize data loss and capture true environmental conditions
  • Coordinate and lead workforce development efforts through novel orientation program within the Oregon Water Science Center. Since 2024, the orientation program has accelerated the skill development of over 12 junior technicians within the Center through the creation and presentation of learning materials, holding in person and virtual training sessions, and facilitating mentor-mentee relationships.
  • Serve as Instructor for multiple national-level USGS courses including Development of Stage-Discharge Ratings, Collection of Discharge Measurements with Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers, and Surface Water Records Computation. To date, total number of USGS technical staff instructed during these trainings is over 75.
  • Lead of the Oregon Water Science Center Camera Monitoring Program, installing and maintaining a network of 15 cameras (and growing) to capture real-time imagery at streamgaging locations across the state for situational awareness, image velocimetry, stage monitoring, and improved decision making.
  • 2019 Oregon Federal Executive Board Rookie of the Year Nominee and 2024 USGS National Data Person of the Year Nominee

Mono Lake Committee
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Mono Lake Restoration Intern | Lee Vining, CA | June 2018 – December 2018

  • Coordinated and conducted weekly field monitoring events at 20 piezometers within the Mono Basin, CA as part of a Piezometer Monitoring Program to better understand the local hydrogeology
  • Drafted multiple scientific reports detailing annual results of the Mono Basin’s hydrogeologic monitoring programs for delivery to local water utilities and research cooperators
  • Guided interpretive walking and canoe tours multiple times a week to educate the public about Mono Lake, the impacts of excessive water use, and the Mono Lake Committee’s efforts to protect and restore the Mono Basin
  • Staffed the Information Center and Bookstore, which included communicating travel information with visitors and operating the POS system to take cash and credit payments

Professional Certifications
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Wilderness First Aid | CPR/AED | Swift Water Awareness | PADI Open Water Diver

Extracirricular Skills & Interests
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  • Rogue Valley Triathlon Club
    • Founded and manage a local endurance sports community, handling digital outreach and event coordination
    • Ironman Triathlete and 5x Marathoner
  • Technical Projects and Skills
    • Self Hosting A Server | Web Development Through Creation of This Website | Physical Media Digitization and Archival | Decentralized Communications - Meshtastic | Linux | Microsoft Office | Docker | Kdenlive | Audacity | Proxmox
  • Other Experiences: International and Local Volunteering | SCUBA Certified | Multiday Backpacking | Fisherman / Hunter | Dog Owner | Birder | Nature Videographer | Consistent Employment Since Age Of 15