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Leslie Lavinia Williams

**** ****** **., **********, ** 45255

513-***-****; *********************@*****.***

Objective

My primary goal is to obtain at a professional career in remediation of contaminated lands, water quality,

or hydrogeology in either the public or private sector. I would like to apply my educational and field

experience in a career that aids in the protection of natural resources and public health.

Summary of Qualifications

• Field work in both environmental and geological applications

• Subsurface characterization based on geophysical data and well borings

• Research and course based experience with modeling fluid flow and transport

• Research and course based experience in processing seismic data

• Course based experience in rock and soil identification and analysis

• Course based experience in collection and analysis water samples

• Course based experience in GIS data entry and management

• HAZWOPER 40 hour certification

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office software

Education

Graduate: Wright State University, currently completing a M.S. in Earth and Environmental Science

with a focus in groundwater remediation. Expected graduation date of December 2013

Research:

• I conducted column studies on the leaching behaviors of emplaced nano-scale zero valent iron

with in a natural sand media. I created a sampling process to ensure anaerobic conditions, and

methods for estimating eluted mass of iron from the column. This included collection, modeling,

and interpretation of tracer studies. I analyzed hydrogen gas and dissolved iron from

chronologically collect samples. The preliminary results were presented as a poster at the

Geological Society of America in November 2012. Final results were presented as a talk at the

American Chemical Society in September 2013.

Undergraduate: Northern Kentucky University, 2011, B. S. in Geology with a minor in Physics

Research:

• I interpreted surface and subsurface water interactions in a community that had been heavily

mined for coal in Hazard, KY. Geological interpretation of the area was achieved through

comparison of outcrops to well boring data obtained though the Kentucky Geological Survey’s

well log library. I applied geological maps and subsurface mining database to create a timeline

for mining activity. I took field measurements of surface waters with a Hydrolab probe, and

collected samples for analysis This research was presented at the Kentucky Academy of Sciences

in 2010 and was awarded 1st place in geology.

• I collected seismic refraction micro-tremor data in the field, and then through analysis located

depth to bedrock in alluvial glacial deposits. I applied well logs from the study sites to constrain

the models of the seismic data sets. This project was done as an advance geophysical course for

my undergraduate degree. The results were presented at the Northern Kentucky University’s

Celebration of Student Research in 2011.

Awards: Early Start Fellowship 2011, Graduate Teaching Assistantship 2011 to 2013, Student Support Services

Scholarship 2007 to 2010, Federal SMART Grant 2007 to 2010, Dean’s and Scholar List 2006 to 2010

Relevant Course Work:

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Environmental Remediation:

• I was educated in field practices for remedial approaches, and chemical processes that influence

movement and degradation of contaminants in the subsurface. This included touring active

remediation sites within the Dayton/Cincinnati area, lectures from private and governmental

based professional, and a review of research based literature. I preformed laboratory analysis of

surface waters.

• Courses: Groundwater Monitoring and Remediation, Site Remediation and Management,

Groundwater Contamination, Water and the Environment, and Hydrogeochemistry

Hydrology:

• I participated in groundwater monitoring and sampling. I modeled field and laboratory generated

to estimate hydrological characteristics and parameters.

• Courses: Hydrology, Advanced Groundwater Flow and Transport, and Solute Transport

Modeling for Groundwater

Geology:

• I gained skills in sediment and hard rock identification. I obtained a thorough understanding of

surface and subsurface geologic processes. I operated geophysical equipment and analyzed

results from findings. I generated geological maps based on field measurements.

• Courses: Geophysics, Soil Science, Geomorphology, Structural Geology, Field Mapping,

Sedimentology and Stratigraphy, Earth Materials, Petrology, and Environmental Applications of

GIS

Field Equipment:

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Hydrolab and YSI probes Van Dorn water sampler

• •

SIR 3000 ground penetrating radar Super Sting AGI ground resistivity

• meters

EM-31 and EM-61 electromagnetic

•

induction device Seismic data collection equipment

Laboratory Equipment:

• •

Rigaku Ultima III X-Ray Diffractometer Dionex Ion Chromatography

• •

Hewlett-Packard Gas Chromatography Lambda 45 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer

•

5890 Series II HACH DR/4000 V Spectrophotometer

• •

Denver Instruments 220 Conductivity Glovebox based synthesis

and pH probe

• Column based transport studies

Certificates and Short Courses

• HAZWOPER 40 hour certification, 2013

• The Interstate Technology and Regulatory Council’s LNAPL training, 2012

• Estimation of groundwater recharge, short course through Geological Society of America, 2012

• EPA presented courses; Overview of Environmental Geophysics, EPA Sampling Certification,

2010 and 2011

Work Experience

Ohio EPA, Division of Surface Water: College Intern May 2013 – September 2013

• As a college intern, I sampled surface waters from streams, lakes, and waste water treatment

facilities under the instruction of a supervisor. The results of which will be used in calculating the

TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Loads) for a watershed. I calibrated and operated multiparameter

probes, organize and decontaminate field equipment, and perform clerical work. I created maps

in ArcGIS based on data collected for previous TMDLs. I gained knowledge of state based

regulatory practices, and shadowed Ohio EPA professionals during site inspections.

Supervisor: Diana Zimmerman, 937-***-****, *****.*********@***.****.***

Wright State University: Head Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA), August 2011 – August 2013

• As the head GTA, I delegate responsibilities to other GTAs, evaluate their interaction with

undergraduate students, and organize lab equipment. My teaching duties include developing and

implementing curriculum for a discussion based class on sustainability and the environment.

Supervisor: Dr. Abinash Agrawal, 937-***-****, *******.*******@******.***

Center for Applied Ecology: Field Technician, April - June 2011

• My work was in stream restoration and invasive plant removal. I assisted in surveying, operated

field equipment, and was trained on plant identification.

Supervisor: Mark Leopold, 859-***-****, ********@***.***

Federal Work Study Program: Student Worker of the Geology Department, Feb 2010 - May 2011

• My duties included separating and filtering light and heavy silicates using a separation funnel

along with liquids of different densities. I also analyzed clay samples via the Rigaku Ultima. I

assisted teachers and organized class materials as well.

Supervisor: Dr. Janet Bertog, 859-***-****, *******@***.***

The Comet Bar: Cook and Server, 2002 - 2011

• This job required very good time management skills and an ability to work well with the public.

Supervisor: Dave Cunninghamm, 513-***-****.

Organizations and Volunteer Experience

• Vice President of Sigma Gamma Epsilon, 2012 - 2013

-Organized outreach and rock box donation to local schools

-Obtained and presented a showing of “Switch” to over 100 students on campus, and 250

elementary students off campus

-Assisted with promotion and organization E-recycling event

• Current member of the Geological Society of America, American Geophysical Union, American

Institute of Professional Geologist, Association of Women Geoscientists, and National Ground

Water Association

• CINSAM volunteer (Center for Integrative Natural Science and Mathematics) teacher and student

outreach, 2010 - 2011

• Treasurer and founding member of the Northern Geology Club, 2009

• Lesson Plan Writer of the St. Anne’s Wetland Outreach Project, 2009

References

Dr. Melony Frickenstien 859-***-****

Dr. Abinash Agrawal 937-***-****

Michael Bourne 937-***-****

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