James Solum
About James Solum
James Solum is a Hydrologic Technician at the U.S. Geological Survey in Santa Maria, California, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master of Science in Forestry Sciences and has experience in watershed management and hydrology.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
James Solum has been employed as a Hydrologic Technician at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2021. He works in Santa Maria, California, where he contributes to hydrologic studies and data collection. His role involves monitoring water resources and analyzing hydrological data to support environmental and resource management efforts.
Education and Expertise
James Solum holds a Master of Science in Forestry Sciences from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, which he completed in June 2020. His academic focus included Watershed Management and Hydrology. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Forestry and Natural Resources from the same institution, where he developed a strong foundation in environmental science and resource management.
Background
Before his current position at USGS, James Solum gained experience as a Hydrologic Technician with the U.S. Forest Service in Spearfish, South Dakota, for nine months in 2021. He also worked as a Watershed Intern at California Polytechnic State University in 2014 and served as a Graduate Student from 2016 to 2020. His background includes various roles in educational and environmental settings, enhancing his expertise in hydrology.
Previous Positions
James Solum has held several positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as an Instructor Student Assistant at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he served as a Student Assistant in Cal Poly Ag Operations in 2015 and as an Aquatics Specialist for the Recreation and Parks Department in Bakersfield from 2012 to 2013. These roles provided him with diverse experiences in education and environmental management.