John Klock

Botanist/Forester

Albany, Oregon, United States

Experienced environmental conservationist with over 20 years of expertise in botany, land management, and international development. Proven ability to lead large-scale conservation programs, conduct research, and manage restoration initiatives in diverse global environments. Adept at fostering cross-cultural collaboration, teaching, and applying sustainability principles across sectors.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural
  • Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation
Professional Experience:

•Peace Corps Response Program Liberia: Environmental Conservation Instructor and Livelihood Project Development, Forestry Training Institute, Tubmanburg, Liberia (Jan. 2024–Dec. 2024) (Forestry, Livelihoods, Education, and Conservation)
•District Botanist, Bureau of Land Management, Salem, Oregon, USA (2019–2023). (Restoration and Conservation)
•Natural Resources Specialist, Bureau of Land Management, Springfield and Lakeview, Oregon, USA (2016–2023)
•US Agency for International Development Agricultural Development Officer, Afghanistan 2011-2012
•University of Maryland-Asian Division,1993-2011
•Water Researcher, Fulbright Exchange Program Indonesia 2006-2007
•UNESCO Culture and Biodiversity Consultant, Philippines 2003-2004
•World Bank Consultant and CGIAR Consultant 1990-1991
•US Peace Corps, Agroforestry Volunteer 1983-85

Education:

Master of Science in Plant Biology. June, 1993. Ohio University, Athens, Ohio.

Master of Arts in International Affairs. (Southeast Asian Studies). 1991. Ohio University.

Bachelor of Science. 1983. Major in Range-Forest Management. Colorado State University.

Affiliations and Achievements:

SKILLS
Technical Forestry:
• Sustainable timber harvest planning
• Forest carbon assessment and accounting
• Native species propagation
• GIS-based forest planning
• Tree nursery management
• Agroforestry
• Field botanical taxonomy skills
• Botanical surveys, rare plant surveys, noxious weed inventory and monitoring, and botanical field scouting.


Conservation & Management:
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Protected area management
• Restoration ecology
• Environmental impact assessment
• Climate adaptation strategies
• Restoration practices for degraded lands
• Environmental assessments
• Forest carbon sequestration and accounting

Environmental
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Conservation & Habitat Restoration
• Wetland Management & Mitigation
• Regulatory Compliance & NEPA Documentation
• Botanical assessment of timber harvest activities with foresters including threatened species, critical habitats, mapping, road construction, and maintenance.
• Business Development & Client Relations
• Team Leadership & Mentoring
• Project Budgeting & Forecasting
• Stakeholder Engagement & Public Relations
• Cross-Cultural Collaboration

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities
  • Internships / Fellowships

Years of Experience:

15-20 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, Bahasa Indonesia, Ifugao, Ilokano

Nationality:

United States

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