Alicia Rhoades
About Alicia Rhoades
Alicia Rhoades serves as a Team Lead at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2019, bringing extensive experience in environmental science and research. Her previous roles include positions at The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i and the U.S. Forest Service, among others.
Current Role at U.S. Geological Survey
Alicia Rhoades has served as Team Lead at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2019. In this role, she oversees various projects and initiatives within the organization, contributing to the agency's mission of providing reliable scientific information about the Earth. Her leadership position allows her to guide team efforts in research and data analysis, focusing on water resources and environmental science.
Previous Experience at U.S. Geological Survey
Prior to her current role, Alicia Rhoades held multiple positions at the U.S. Geological Survey. She worked as Program Analyst II from 2016 to 2018 in the Office of Water Information in Seattle, WA. Following this, she served as Project Management Officer in the Water-resources Mission Area from 2018 to 2019. These roles involved managing projects related to water resources and contributing to the agency's research efforts.
Experience at The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i
Alicia Rhoades worked at The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i in various capacities. She was a Research Fellow from 2010 to 2012 at the University of Hawaii at Hilo and later served as GIS & Operations Specialist from 2013 to 2016 for the Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project. Additionally, she held the position of Research Associate from 2008 to 2009 at the John A. Burns School of Medicine, where she contributed to research initiatives.
Educational Background in Environmental Science
Alicia Rhoades earned her Master of Science (M.S.) in Conservation Biology & Environmental Science from the University of Hawaii at Hilo, completing her studies from 2010 to 2012. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from Northern Michigan University, where she studied from 2003 to 2008. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in environmental research and conservation.
Early Career and Additional Roles
In the early stages of her career, Alicia Rhoades gained experience in various roles related to environmental science. She worked as a Biological Science Technician for the U.S. Forest Service in 2009 and as a Habitat Conservation Plan Compliance Associate at First Wind Energy in 2013. These positions contributed to her understanding of habitat conservation and resource management.