Benjamin Siebers
About Benjamin Siebers
Benjamin Siebers is a Hydrologic Technician at the U.S. Geological Survey, specializing in water quality monitoring and nutrient load computation. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has over two decades of experience in hydrologic data analysis.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Benjamin Siebers has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey as a Hydrologic Technician since 2004. In this role, he has contributed to various hydrologic studies and projects. His responsibilities include utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to enhance the analysis and presentation of hydrologic data. Siebers specializes in nutrient load and discharge computation, which are critical for understanding water quality and ecosystem health.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Siebers earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, studying from 2002 to 2006. His education provided him with a strong foundation in cartography and Geographic Information Systems. This expertise supports his work in hydrology, particularly in analyzing water quality data and stream gauging.
Background
Before joining the U.S. Geological Survey, Benjamin Siebers volunteered as a Fisheries Technician at the Marine Biological Laboratory from 2012 to 2015. This experience took place at the Toolik Field Station in North Slope, Alaska. His volunteer work contributed to his understanding of aquatic ecosystems and water quality monitoring.
Achievements in Water Quality Monitoring
With over two decades of experience in lake and stream water quality monitoring, Benjamin Siebers has developed extensive skills in operating and maintaining automated nutrient samplers. His work focuses on accurately measuring water quality parameters, which is essential for assessing the health of aquatic environments. Additionally, he specializes in stream gauging, which aids in the precise measurement of water flow in various water bodies.