Project Manager Management

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Catherine Pociask

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Alexandria, VA 22311

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Profile:

Enthusiastic professional providing administrative and technical support to environmental research programs in the

conservation sector. Competent in fast past work environment, coordination with multi layered management and associated

organizations collaborating on domestic and international environmental matters. Proficient and diligent in providing

comprehensive project management.

Education:

B.S. Fisheries and Wildlife, 2003 2007

Michigan State University, E. Lansing, MI

Professional Experience:

Environmental Protection Specialist, Washington D.C.

Federal Aviation Administration, July 2010 present

Manage the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAAs) Environmental Management System (EMS) by coordinating and updating

Lines of Business’ (LOBs) EMS Plans to reflect Executive Order (EO) requirements, and to meet internal/external mandates.

Act as a liaison for Denver International Airport to support the NextGen EMS that ensures operational improvements, meets

environmental requirements, and reduces costs.

Co lead two operational projects to improve aircraft arrivals and departures, terminal area congestion, and procedures for

reduction in noise, aircraft engine emissions, and fuel savings.

Support the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI) to develop and implement ‘drop in’ alternative fuels

on domestic and international flights, by conference attendance and subsequent reporting to CAAFI.

Coordinate FAA efforts for energy regulations and activities which address EO 13514 Federal Leadership in Environmental,

Energy, and Economic Performance; host bi monthly status meetings with federal agencies.

Monitor and support progress on the FAAs Flight Plan for fiscal years 2010 2012, linking appropriate research to LOBs

and staff offices.

Web Content Associate Professional, Washington D.C.

Computer Sciences Corporation, July 2009 July 2010

Provided analytical and organizational support on research initiatives for the FAA’s Office of Environment and Energy

(AEE).

Reviewed aviation policy documents, technical reports, working papers, and roadmaps from stakeholders on noise, air

quality, emissions, climate change, energy and water quality issues.

Successfully organized and managed events and conferences including the FAA Headquarters 40th Celebration of Earth

Day and the FAA’s Team Energy Kick off meeting.

Analyzed and maintained monthly Business Planning and budget reports for second level management in AEE.

Facilitated and documented briefings, meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and webinars.

Project Manager, Budapest, Hungary

Hidephotography, November 2008 June 2009

Principle correspondent in north central Costa Rica for on the ground constuction and development of wildlife viewing

platforms.

Evaluated and ensured that lumber materials used for construction met Costa Rican trade restrictions on protected forest

species.

Spanish translator for contract negiotations between local enterprises, local Costa Rican workers, and Hidephotography

Performed on site quality control evaluations before, during and after construction in Costa Rica.

Field Biologist, Nantucket, Massachusetts

Nantucket Conservation Foundation (NCF), June 2008 November 2008

Acted as a liaison between the Foundation, governmental organizations, and stakeholders, resolving difficult and

controversial issues.

Developed written adaptive management proposals and progress reports for new and on going research projects.

Evaluated the effectiveness of management strategies for seven large scale research projects.

Assisted project manager on the largest salt water marsh mitigation project in New England Region, U.S.

Recruited and educated over 30 new NCF members as part of the 2008 membership drive.

Raised over $18,000 in revenue through coordinated events.

Entered and organized over 50,000 pieces of data into Excel

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Professional Experience Con inued:

Analysis Laboratory Technician, East Lansing, Michigan

Michigan State University, September 2006 May 2007

Investigated carbon fluxes of burned Alaskan peat lands on a project funded by NASA.

Trained and supervised two other staff members on laboratory equipment.

Maintained records and databases of over 5,000 samples of soils.

Research Associate, Venice, Florida

Archbold Biological Station, May 2006 September 2006

Collaborated with the State of Florida and the University of Florida to understand hurricane and fire damage to Florida

scrub.

Performed three controlled burns in the central region of Florida to monitor fire effects on Florida scrub habitat.

Assisted in three different rare and endangered species demography projects.

Evaluated changes in soil nutrient dynamics for over 8,000 soils samples.

Skills and Qualifications:

Very focused on completing tasks at hand

Enthusiastic when presented new challenges

Attention to detail while under high pressure deadlines

Maintain a high level of professionalism

Computer skills: Website design, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Office, Windows XP, MS Power Point, Actuate

PerformanceViews, Adobe Photo Shop, updating computers with new software, and the Internet

Clearances and certifications:

Department of Transportation Security Clearance

Prescribed Burn permit

References Available Upon Request

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