Justin J.

Trujillo
1424 Northwood Dr. #12 Moscow, ID 83843 (208) 874-3946
truj4218@vandals.uidaho.edu www.jjtrujillo.weebly.com

EDUCATION
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID Bachelor of Science in Rangeland Ecology and Management, December 2015
Reedley College, Reedley, CA Associate in Arts with an emphasis in Forestry, May 2007
HONORS AND AWARDS
University of Idahos College of Natural Resources Deans List, Spring 2015
MILES Undergraduate Research and Internships (MURI) Program, Spring 2015
American Society of Plant Biologists Plant BLOOME Grant, Spring 2015
National Science Foundation Bridge to Graduate Study, Fall 2012
University of Idahos College of Natural Resources Deans List, Fall 2011
Reedley College Deans List Spring 2004, Fall 2004, Spring 2005, Spring 2007
High Sierra Chapter of the Society of American Foresters Cecil B. Metcalf Memorial Scholarship, Fall 2004
WORK EXPERIENCE
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
March 2015 to August 2015
Temporary Hire, Research Assistant - Provided field assistance for professors and graduate students
Conducted plant surveys in Reynolds Creek and Challis, Idaho, focusing on impacts of wild horses in riparian
areas.
Measured biomass with field measurement tools and documented wild horse movement with the use of wildlife
cameras.
Performed vegetation sampling in Reynolds Creek, Idaho, examining the effectiveness of livestock grazing to
manage fuel loads in sagebrush steppe ecosystems.
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
June 2014 to August 2014
Temporary Hire, Research Assistant - Provided field assistance to professors and graduate students
Performed vegetation sampling in Reynolds Creek, Idaho, examining the effectiveness of livestock grazing to
manage fuel loads in sagebrush steppe ecosystems.
Assisted with plant identification for a project with the Rocky Mountain Research Station to ground-reference
LIDAR data near the west side of Glacier National Park, Montana.
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
June 2013 to August 2013
Temporary Hire, Research Assistant - Provided field assistance to professors and graduate students
Performed vegetation sampling in the Owyhee Mountains, Idaho, looking at vegetation response to the 2007
Tongue Fire.
Collected duff samples to examine moisture to depth ratios in different successional stages.
Assisted with plant identification for a project with the Rocky Mountain Research Station to ground-reference
LIDAR data near the west side of Glacier National Park, Montana.
University of Idaho Experimental Forest, Moscow, ID
May 2012 to August 2012
Forest Technician Provided habitat and property maintenance to facilitate research within the experimental forest
Identified and treated noxious weeds to comply with Idahos Noxious Weed Law.
Maintained fencing and blocked unauthorized ATV roads within the forest.
Cleared downed trees from roads to allow access for logging and research vehicles.

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Center for Natural Lands Management, Temecula, CA
December 2009 to August 2011
Ranger Provided science-based stewardship of biologically sensitive habitats throughout north San Diego County
Developed annual work plans for preserves using baseline inventories and preserve-specific management and
restoration objectives.
Conducted vegetation surveys to inventory species within preserves. Surveys contributed to early detection and
mapping of invasive weeds and the discovery of a federally endangered plant previously undetected in the area.
Conducted avifauna surveys that contributed to CNLMs long-term data on the federally endangered California
gnatcatcher and least Bells vireo.
Documented the movement of large mammal species through wildlife corridors by installing and monitoring
wildlife cameras at strategic locations within preserves.
Implemented restoration plans, including managing sub-contractors, installing and maintaining irrigation systems,
installing plants, and controlling weeds.
Obtained Qualified Applicators License from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation; maintained all
pesticide use reports for CNLM preserves in San Diego County; treated invasive plants using backpack sprayers
and tractor boom sprayer.
Managed public safety hazards and ecological threats by removing non-native trees and brush using chainsaws
and pole saws.
Controlled unauthorized access to sensitive areas by maintaining fencing and signage and partnering with local
law enforcement to address trespass issues; resulting in a 60% reduction in trespass in biologically sensitive areas.
Provided public outreach about CNLMs mission and activities by training and managing volunteers during
habitat restoration events, maintaining kiosks and signage, and collaborating with citizens and other groups on
specific projects.
Submitted monthly status reports on activities and formal annual reports for habitat preserves to document
progress made toward restoration goals and to document compliance on conservation easement projects. Used
GIS software to create maps of weeds, areas of special concern, and public trails to communicate with Preserve
Managers, sub-contractors, and the general public.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS/ACTIVIES
Member of the American Society of Plant Biologists, May 2015 to current
Member of the Society for Rangeland Management, May 2013 to current
Palouse Cooperative Weed Management Area Workshop, June 2012 Noxious Weed Identification and Controls
Member of the Idaho Native Plant Society, White Pine Chapter, 2011 to current
Goldspotted Oak Borer Workshop, February 2011 Impacts and management of a new threat to southern
California oak woodlands: The goldspotted oak borer
Member of the California Invasive Plant Council, 2010 to current
California Invasive Plant Council Symposium, October 2010 Weeds and Wildlife: Impacts and Interactions
CERTIFICATIONS
Reedley College, Reedley, CA Natural Resources Training and Applied Work Experience Certificate; Forest
Surveying Technology Certificate, May 2007
Reedley College, Reedley, CA Forest Park Technology/Forest Option Certificate, May 2005
Reedley College, Reedley, CA Wildland Fire Technology Certificate, May 2004