Brailey Simplican
About Brailey Simplican
Brailey Simplican is an Information Specialist with extensive experience in legal and environmental roles. Currently employed at ECS in Long Beach, California, they have previously worked with various organizations, including the National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Current Role at ECS
Brailey Simplican serves as an Information Specialist at ECS, a position held since 2020. In this role, Simplican develops action plans and provides guidance and strategy to staff and General Counsel at NOAA Sustainable Fisheries. The responsibilities include coordinating responses to Freedom of Information Act requests for NOAA National Marine Fisheries Services, which involves collaboration with multiple departments. Simplican's work facilitates connections between stakeholders and government lawyers, scientists, and administrators.
Previous Experience in Legal Advocacy
Prior to joining ECS, Brailey Simplican worked at LANE COUNTY LEGAL AID AND ADVOCACY CENTER as a Civil Clinic Student Advocate in 2017 for 11 months in Eugene, Oregon. This role involved providing legal support and advocacy for clients. Simplican also served as a Legal Clerk at Rizk Law, P.C. from 2019 to 2020 for 6 months in the Portland, Oregon area, gaining further experience in legal processes and documentation.
Background in Biological Science
Brailey Simplican has a strong background in biological science, having worked as a Biological Science Technician for various organizations. This includes roles at the National Park Service in 2012 and 2015, and at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in 2013. Simplican also worked at the U.S. Forest Service in 2014 and at The Institute for Regional Conservation in 2012. These positions involved fieldwork and research in diverse ecological settings.
Education and Qualifications
Brailey Simplican earned a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from the University of Oregon School of Law, studying from 2014 to 2017. Prior to this, Simplican obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and Environmental Studies from Warren Wilson College, completing the program from 2007 to 2010. This educational background supports Simplican's expertise in both legal and environmental fields.
Experience in Staffing and Policy Research
In addition to legal and biological roles, Brailey Simplican has experience in staffing and policy research. Simplican worked as a Staffing Consultant at Express Employment Professionals in 2018 for 11 months in Lakewood, Ohio. Additionally, Simplican served as a Policy Researcher at the Potomac Institute for Policy Studies in 2016 for 11 months in Arlington, VA, contributing to research and analysis in policy development.