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Name: Paul Kerman
Skill Level: Mid Level
Job Status: All Types
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Location: Missoula, Mont.

Objectives

I went back to school with the mind-set of making polluters pay-up or clean up their messes. Water was the obvious choice to study, since it appears that most pollutants end up in our groundwater or surface waters and can often be traced back to their origins. Now that I have finally graduated with all of this additional knowledge to compliment my other abilities, I find myself at a bit of a loss for direction. There is so much work to do that I am not sure where to begin, perhaps some of you reading this understand.

I have considered the Peace Corps for a variety of reasons, but leaving my country at this critical juncture is something I cannot bring myself to do until after the elections. I would like to stay in Montana or the Northwest, especially Yellowstone National Park. The National Parks Systems, the BLM, USGS, the EPA, the MT-DEQ and Non-Profits could all make use of my talents; although I lean towards entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small business that do something positive for our environment.

I believe recycling is one of the many ways that we as a nation can improve our economy. Recycling will reduce landfill volumes, create jobs, build an industry and raise the consciousness of the nation about the values of recycling; while at the same time reducing energy consumption. This is a direction that most communities want to go, but either do not have the leadership and guidance and/or the funds to do so. That is where I believe the states and the federal government must take an aggressive lead role in attacking this growing problem.

Waste depositories, open landfills and mine wastes can all find their ways into our drinking water supplies; therefore we must do something about it. I am suggesting we go after the low hanging fruit first by intercepting the recyclable materials and reprocessing them in this country, thereby keeping them out of the landfills. Jobs are created, industries are localized, materials that can be reused many times are utilized instead of land filled, citizens are educated and the community benefits. There is no downside; only a lack of political will at every level of government to plan, explain to the public, find the financing and then implement programs.

Specialty

RESUME

EDUCATION

Masters of Science in Environmental Studies (focus in Env. Health & Water Resources)
Environmental Studies Program - EVST
University of Montana Missoula, MT May 2008

Natural Conflict Resolution Certification
NCRC Program - University of Montana School of Law:
University of Montana Missoula, MT May 2008

Bachelor of Science in Water Quality Technology: Environmental Health
Water Quality Program Montana State University-Northern
MSU-Northern Havre, MT May 2005

Associates of Science in Water Quality Technology: Environmental Health
Water Quality Program Montana State University-Northern
MSU-Northern Havre, MT May 2005

Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety Certification Training Program
MSU-Northern Havre, MT July 2004

Certification from the State of Montana in Water, Wastewater, & Water Distribution
MSU-Northern Havre, MT June 2004

Life Underwriters Training Council Fellow: Obtained my L.U.T.C.F. Designation
Houston, Texas December 1990
Associates of Science / Business
Wayne County Community College: Detroit, Michigan June 1982

Graduated from Cass Technical High School - Aerospace Technology Major
Cass Technical High School Detroit, Michigan June 1970

MILITARY

1971 to 1974 Honorably Discharged from the U. S. NAVY
Trained in liquid oxygen systems, ejection seats and other pilot survival equipment. Atlantic/Mediterranean tour on the carrier Independence and worked on the flight deck.
▪ Received Two Meritorious Advancements

EXPERIENCE

Recycling Intern for the University of Montana working in the Facility Services Department.
Analyzing all the available Recycling Departments data from its inception in 1991 through 2006 provided a baseline from which to develop a plan of action. The next phase involved physically working in the various recycling tasks to gain the perspective that was needed to identify areas in need of improvement. Reports followed, providing ways to improve various aspects of the university recycling program, that now include electronics waste and fluorescent bulb disposal. The university will save $25,000-$30,000 a year by implementing my recommendations.
U of M - Missoula, Montana March 2007 – June 2008

Research Assistant to Dr. Vicki Watson while at the University of Montana
Inspected, tested, calibrated and repaired various pieces of lab and field equipment.
Conducted laboratory analyses, which involved the preparation and testing of specimens taken from the rivers and streams of Montana. My duties included training and supervision of students and community groups in laboratory analyses and procedures.
U of M - Missoula, Montana September 2005 – January 2007

Undergraduate Research Project: Studied the water quality of Beaver Creek in the Bear Paw Mountains along a seventeen and a half mile corridor.
Randomly selected sites starting from an altitude of about 4,656 feet with GPS co-ordinates of: 48° 10' 36.793 North and 109° 38' 29.800 West.
In the year 2005 collected, prepared, tested and analyzed the physical, chemical, and the flow characteristics as well as the general health of the stream, from March to July, at ten different locations. Testing the following water parameters: Temperature, Flow, pH, Conductivity / Total Dissolved Solids, Turbidity, Alkalinity, Hardness, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Nitrate, Nitrite, Phosphate, Sulfate, Zinc and Fecal Coliform.
Montana State University March – July 2005

Owner of Interstate Agencies
A Personal Lines agency specializing in life and health insurance products, marketing to individuals and the Small Business Community in Texas and the surrounding states. Researched the industry for the most cost effective and highest quality products available, then developed my markets. By always putting my clients needs first I was able to grow the agency from nothing to a profitable enterprise.
Houston, Texas 1984 to 2008

Owner / Operator of Bobs Cycle Shop
Working in the family business while still in grade school. I worked my way up to manager before joining the Navy shortly after my 18th birthday. Going back to the store after my tour of duty, I helped the store to evolve, develop and expand into new markets; increasing the revenues substantially. After my father passed away, incorporating changed the name to Bob’s Cycle Shop, Inc.; continuing to grow the business based on my fathers business model of high quality products and excellent customer service until my younger brother took over the reins.
Detroit, Michigan 1960 to 1983