JARROD EVANS
Chicago
Summary
Driven and curious professional with a strong background in environmental science, logistics, and leadership. Over fifteen years of experience spanning research, operations, and professional athletics, demonstrating exceptional communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills. Proven success in managing logistics operations, developing technical documentation, and delivering customer and field support. Passionate about continuous learning, innovation, and achieving organizational goals through collaboration and efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Temperature Mapping Coordinator & Product Support Specialist
DeSpir Logistics
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinate temperature mapping projects to ensure compliance with regulatory standards for pharmaceutical and temperature-sensitive freight.
- Manage data collection, validation, and analysis from IoT and telematics systems to ensure accurate environmental reporting.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to develop product specifications, testing protocols, and customer-facing documentation.
- Provide product support and technical troubleshooting to clients and internal staff, ensuring quick resolution of performance or configuration issues.
- Maintain detailed project records, calibration reports, and SOPs for temperature control validation and audits.
- Work directly with customers to tailor monitoring solutions that improve supply chain transparency and compliance.
Dispatcher
Schlep
05.2018 - 03.2022
- Coordinated and optimized daily dispatch operations to meet customer demands, ensuring timely, safe, and efficient deliveries.
- Communicated clearly with drivers, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve scheduling, routing, and vehicle availability challenges.
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation for training, standard operating procedures, dispatch logs, and scheduling requirements.
- Proactively troubleshot issues such as absenteeism and equipment downtime to maintain seamless operations.
Professional Indoor Soccer Player (MASL)
Cedar Rapids Rampage
04.2016 - 10.2018
- Excelled in a high-performance, competitive team environment while demonstrating leadership, discipline, and teamwork.
- Mentored teammates in goal setting, performance development, and skill improvement.
Orientation Leader & Trainer
DoorDash
03.2015 - 05.2018
- Led onboarding sessions and training programs to enhance the new hire experience and foster engagement.
- Continuously improved training content to reflect evolving company standards and best practices.
- Delivered workshops emphasizing company mission, diversity and inclusion, and operational excellence.
Nonindigenous Species Prevention Biologist
Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (NOAA)
03.2011 - 04.2017
- Authored and managed comprehensive grant proposals, progress reports, and budgets to support aquatic invasive species prevention programs.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with NOAA teams to design and implement research and eradication initiatives.
- Conducted fieldwork on prevention and control of nonindigenous species across the Great Lakes region.
- Produced educational and outreach materials including donor communications, impact reports, and newsletters.
Professional Soccer Player (NASL)
NSC Minnesota Stars
06.2008 - 03.2011
- Drafted in the second round from college; competed at the professional level while maintaining peak performance and teamwork.
- Demonstrated resilience, leadership, and adaptability in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV01.2008
Skills
- Temperature Mapping & Compliance Validation
- Operations & Dispatch Management
- Technical Product Support
- Grant Writing & Research
- Process Documentation & SOP Development
- Training & Development
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
USASA National Finalist (Over-30 Division): 2018, 2019, 2021, Drafted in the NASL Professional Soccer Draft (2nd Round)
Timeline
Temperature Mapping Coordinator & Product Support Specialist
DeSpir Logistics
03.2022 - Current
Dispatcher
Schlep
05.2018 - 03.2022
Professional Indoor Soccer Player (MASL)
Cedar Rapids Rampage
04.2016 - 10.2018
Orientation Leader & Trainer
DoorDash
03.2015 - 05.2018
Nonindigenous Species Prevention Biologist
Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (NOAA)
03.2011 - 04.2017
Professional Soccer Player (NASL)
NSC Minnesota Stars
06.2008 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
West Virginia University