Konrad Hafen
About Konrad Hafen
Konrad Hafen is a hydrologist currently working at the U.S. Geological Survey since 2021. He has extensive experience in wildlife and fisheries management, having held various positions at Utah State University and the US Fish and Wildlife Service.
Current Position at U.S. Geological Survey
Konrad Hafen has been employed as a Hydrologist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2021. In this role, he engages in research and analysis related to water resources, contributing to the agency's mission of providing reliable scientific information about the water resources of the United States.
Previous Experience at Utah State University
Hafen held multiple positions at Utah State University, starting as a Fisheries Technician from 2011 to 2013. He then worked as a Wildlife Technician for three months in 2013, followed by a two-year tenure as a Research Associate from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2015 to 2017, focusing on research in the Greater Salt Lake City Area.
Educational Background in Water Resources
Hafen earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Water Resources Science and Management from the University of Idaho, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. Prior to this, he obtained two Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees from Utah State University in Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management, and Wildlife Science, both completed between 2010 and 2014.
Experience with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
In 2011, Hafen worked as a Wildlife Technician for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in Lakeview, Montana. His role lasted for three months and contributed to wildlife management efforts in the region.