Emily Timkey

Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator, DEC Region 7, New York State Water Resources Institute

Email: emily.timkey [at] dec.ny.gov (emily[dot]timkey[at]dec[dot]ny[dot]gov)

Emily serves as the Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator for DEC Region 7 out of the Cortland office. She works with federal, state, and local stakeholders on aquatic invasive species control, early detection, and prevention within the region. Prior to joining WRI, Emily worked with NYS Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation in the Allegany Region as an invasive species technician and later, the regional Stewardship Specialist.  Emily received a B.S. in Biology from SUNY Geneseo. In her free time Emily enjoys hiking, skiing, and traveling.