Trevor Bender

Horticulture and operations professional with experience managing agricultural production, grounds maintenance, environmental programs, and cross-functional teams. Experienced leading staff and volunteers, coordinating daily work assignments, maintaining landscapes and plant collections, managing irrigation and equipment needs, and supporting restoration and conservation projects. Skilled in horticultural practices, Pacific Northwest ecology, plant health assessment, safety-focused operations, record keeping, and collaboration with community partners.

Brings a combination of hands-on field experience and strong administrative coordination skills to support effective horticulture operations.

Clinical Research Coordinator II at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (2025-07 – Present)

• Coordinate multiple complex projects requiring detailed scheduling, documentation, communication, and operational oversight.
• Maintain organized tracking systems, records, and reporting workflows to support efficient program execution, develop professional reports, correspondence, and operational documentation.
• Coordinate materials, inventory, purchasing, shipments, and vendor communication while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Serve as a primary communication contact among internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Lead planning and execution of large community fundraising events, coordinating volunteers, logistics, vendors, accessibility needs, and day-of operations.

Clinical Research Coordinator I at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (2023-09 – 2025-07)

• Coordinated multidisciplinary projects involving physicians, research staff, external partners, and community stakeholders.
• Managed schedules, documentation, databases, and operational workflows across multiple concurrent projects.
• Supported team communication, project tracking, and timely completion of operational priorities.
• Provided training and support to participants and team members while maintaining strong service standards.

Clinical Research Assistant at Pacific Northwest Research Institute (2022-01 – 2023-09)

• Coordinated volunteer-supported community events, including scheduling, logistics, communication, and operational support.
• Maintained accurate records, databases, and organizational documentation.
• Supported outreach activities and represented the organization with community partners and stakeholders.

Scientific Technician III at Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (2020-12 – 2022-01)

• Conducted field assessments and biological surveys supporting habitat restoration and natural resource management initiatives.
• Collected, documented, and analyzed environmental data while maintaining agency standards for safety and accuracy.
• Collaborated with Tribal governments, state agencies, and federal partners on conservation projects.
• Independently managed field assignments, equipment, documentation, and project timelines in outdoor environments.

Farm Manager at WSU Eggert Family Organic Farm (2016-01 – 2020-12)

• Managed daily operations of a university organic farm, overseeing crop production, planting, irrigation, soil management, and seasonal grounds maintenance.
• Supervised staff and volunteers by assigning daily work, providing training, coordinating schedules, and monitoring project completion.
• Led agricultural projects including planting, harvesting, maintenance activities, and improvements to farm operations.
• Maintained equipment, tools, and supplies while coordinating purchasing, inventory, and operational needs.
• Managed irrigation systems and supported troubleshooting, maintenance, and seasonal adjustments.
• Implemented safe work practices and trained staff and volunteers in equipment use, field procedures, and operational expectations.
• Coordinated educational programming and community partnerships focused on agriculture, sustainability, and food systems.
• Maintained detailed records related to production schedules, supplies, operations, and farm activities.

Bachelor of Arts in Social Science, Honors – Washington State University