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JOSEPH ISAM

Soquel

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Urban Farm Technician

UC Cooperative Extension
09.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the development of sustainable farming initiatives to promote environmentally responsible practices on the farm.
  • Increased crop yield by implementing efficient irrigation techniques and proper nutrient management.
  • Implemented integrated pest management practices to reduce crop loss and minimize environmental impact.
  • Participated in community outreach events promoting awareness about sustainable agriculture practices and highlighting the farm's contributions.
  • Conducted research on innovative farming techniques, incorporating findings into daily practices for increased efficiency.

Swine Project Leader

4-H Youth Development Organization
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Improved community outreach by collaborating with local organizations and schools to promote 4-H activities.
  • Analyzed challenging situations in the educational environment and prioritized courses of action.
  • Created curriculum for youth that was based in animal science and experiential learning.
  • Defined responsibilities, duties and roles of each youth member and their project.

Intern

Flip Flop Farms
11.2023 - 11.2024
  • Organized on farm classes and outreach.
  • Assisted with crop management, including irrigation and tillage scheduling.
  • Conducted outreach to produce retailers.
  • Collected native plants for a hedgerow plan.


Intern

Groundswell Farms
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Facilitated pest management.
  • Assisted with crop turnover, including the establishment of a flower garden.

Intern

UCSC Center for Agroecology
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Assisted with general farm duties such as crop plant out, soil testing, and irrigation set up

Building Operations Attendant

UC Santa Cruz, Athletics and Recreation
12.2021 - 01.2022
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly responding to service requests and resolving concerns efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Agroecology

University of California - Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2024

High School Diploma -

El Diamante High School
Visalia, CA
06.2020

Skills

  • Organic farming: crop, irrigation, and intergraded pest management
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and coordination skills including conflict resolution
  • Tractor operation
  • Heavy lifting
  • Experienced in developing and executing data-driven research projects
  • Computer Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite, Google Earth, and Box

Certification

  • Wilderness First Aid Certified
  • Private Applicator Certification (Pesticides)
  • ITRC Certified DU Evaluator



Timeline

Swine Project Leader

4-H Youth Development Organization
01.2025 - 08.2025

Urban Farm Technician

UC Cooperative Extension
09.2024 - Current

Intern

Flip Flop Farms
11.2023 - 11.2024

Intern

Groundswell Farms
03.2023 - 06.2023

Intern

UCSC Center for Agroecology
01.2022 - 03.2022

Building Operations Attendant

UC Santa Cruz, Athletics and Recreation
12.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Agroecology

University of California - Santa Cruz

High School Diploma -

El Diamante High School

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