YVONNE M. DOWNS

P.O. Box **** Hawthorne, NV ***** 775-***-**** acopan@r.postjobfree.com

E N V I R O N M E N TA L M A N A G E R H E A LT H S A F E T Y L E A D E R C O M P L I A N C E E X P E RT

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Experienced, focused, and leadership-oriented Environmental Manager with over 25 years of expertise in

diverse roles, including environmental compliance, safety code adherence, and tracking and reporting

systems development. Proven track record of implementing documentation standards, coordinating permits,

leading trainings, and providing guidance for complex projects. Capable of creative problem solving,

overseeing multi-million dollar budgets, and serving as a mentor to team members.

CORE COMPETENCIES

EPA Regulations Management Policy Implementation Budget Development

Environmental Compliance Process Enhancements Training Implementation

Safety Program Oversight Employee Leadership Project Management

Emergency Management Creative Problem Solving Mentoring and Coaching

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNEMPLOYED – Nevada

May 2014 - Present

Raised over 800 chickens and traveled. Enjoying time off with my husband and family.

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DAY & ZIMMERMANN HAWTHORNE CORPORATION Nevada

Manager of Environmental Services 2009 – 2014

Environmentalist 1998 – 2009

• Coordinated management and leadership for all aspects of environmental compliance and

permitting for operations at the Army Facility of the Hawthorne Army Depot (HWAD).

• Mentored and coached a staff of 13 team members, with the authority to hire, fire, and change

status of employees. Implemented and guided a budget of $1.5M, overseeing the development of

policies, goals, standards, regulations, contracts, and work with various DoD departments.

• Ensured compliance and adherence to a multitude of diverse permits, including Air permits,

Groundwater, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, stormwater, and

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) permits.

• Collaborated with other managers to lead oversight of the Chemical Laboratory.

• Provided annual training for 500+ people, including new employee and annual refresher including

RCRA, CWA, Asbestos, Radiation, ISO 14001, Chemicals, HAZCOM, Emergency Evacuation,

DOT, Lockout/Tag out, and HAZWOPER.

• Successfully represented HWAD in quarterly, annual, and multi-media environmental inspections

conducted by the Army, EPA, and State of Nevada.

Key Projects

• Clean Air Act – In coordination with subcontractors applied for air permits. Implemented and

maintained: Class I Title V; Class II; and ‘Operating Permits to Construct’ air permits. Coordinated

with various agencies and management to implement the Chemical Accident Pollution Prevention

Program. Fulfilled the requirements of the Risk Management Plan.

• RCRA – Served as the program manager for permit applications. Maintained two facility RCRA

permits that included two incinerators, Open Burning, and Open Detonation as a TSDF.

• Clean Water Act – Served as program manager for several facility permits. Implemented and

managed the Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan and the Storm Water Pollution

Prevention Plan.

• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) – Wrote and implemented numerous Categorical

Exclusions and Environmental Assessments. Participated in the development of the Environmental

Impact Statements for two different government agencies.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)

Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA) – Created chemical

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tracking and reporting system including 4,000+ chemicals found on the installation.

Asbestos – Created asbestos inventory for several buildings.

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Environmental Management – Created and maintained the certified ISO 14001 system.

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D-MAX ENGINEERING San Diego, CA

Staff Scientist May 1997 – March 1998

• Conducted detailed and thorough research to develop theories and methods of abating or

controlling environmental pollutants.

• Provided dry weather sampling and chemical analysis for a wide variety of clientele.

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego, CA

Analyst/Intern August 1996 – December 1997

• Collaborated with team members to review Small Water System Program operations for

compliance with the California Code of Regulations and Health Safety Codes.

• Utilized detail-orientation and expertise to verify, maintain, and update permits. Confirmed all

supporting records and database entries were timely and accurate.

• Developed, implemented, and maintained inspection records. Assisted with coordinating and

conducting inspections, prepared reports, and implemented enforcement actions.

• Mentored small water system operators, student workers, and interns. Ensured they fully

understood organizational standards and guidelines while meeting all implemented deadlines.

EDUCATION

Master of Science – Environmental Management, National University

Bachelor of Arts – Liberal Studies, Emphasis – Environmental Studies, University of Washington

Associate of Arts and Associate of Science, Olympic College

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Six Sigma Black Belt Certified Asbestos Building Inspector #I0895

State Certified Environmental Manager #1821 Advanced RCRA Courses

Certified ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Advanced Air Courses

SPCCP, SWPPP, NPDES, Water Courses

HONORS AND AWARDS

On the Spot Bonus for ISO 14001 Certificate of Appreciation – Mercury Storage

Outstanding Leadership for ISO 14001 Meritorious Service Award

Commanders Coin – Dept of Army Performance Award

MEMBERSHIPS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

VFW Hawthorne Chapter Air & Waste Management Association

Ray of Hope Humane Society Emerald Sea Dive Club

Polka Dot Powerhouse AmeriCorps

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