Environmental Health Scientist

May **, **** • ** Roosevelt Pl, Island Park, NY, *1558 •

******************@*****.*** • 516-***-**** • Drivers License #328587844 JOSEPH BENEVENTO

Environmental Scientist

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Environmental scientist with expertise in ecological surveys, environmental health assessments, and coastal ecosystem conservation. Experienced in field research, data collection, and public education on environmental sustainability.

EDUCATION

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN GLOBAL HUMAN

ENVIRONMENT, SPECIALIZATION IN HEALTH

Sep 2023 - Dec 2024

Adelphi University Garden City, NY Focus on human-environment interactions, health assessments, and sustainable development.

Advanced coursework in environmental health, policy, and ecosystem management. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL

SCIENCE, MINOR IN CHEMISTRY

Sep 2019 - May 2023

Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Dean's List: Spring 2020 – Spring 2022 Conducted molecular-level research on aquatic ecosystems and fieldwork in environmental restoration with Billion Oyster Project (BOP).

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

PARK RANGER

May 2024 - Aug 2024 New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation Hempstead Lake State Park • Ensured public safety and compliance with environmental regulations in state parks, with a focus on protecting public health and preserving natural resources.

• Managed hazardous waste disposal procedures, ensuring environmental health standards were met and maintained. Enforced safety protocols and oversaw park operations, including monitoring and reporting environmental concerns.

SHOREBIRD ECOLOGY AMBASSADOR

May 2023 - Aug 2023 National Park Service – Gateway National Recreation Area (Jamaica Bay Unit) Queens NY. Collaborated with the NYC Plover Project on habitat restoration efforts, constructing protective fencing to safeguard vulnerable shorebird populations from human disturbance.

• Educated the public on environmental health issues, promoting awareness of the impacts of human activity on wildlife and coastal ecosystems.

• Led community outreach programs focusing on sustainable fishing practices, invasive species removal, and ecological restoration to support ecosystem health.

• Developed content for social media and public educational programs, raising awareness about local biodiversity and environmental health risks. Partnered with local environmental groups to conduct invasive species removal operations and establish restoration protocols for coastal habitats. FIELD TECHNICIAN

May 2022 - Jan 2023 Town of Hempstead Conservation and Waterways Point Lookout NY. Conducted environmental health assessments through ecological surveys of coastal ecosystems, monitoring shorebird and marine life populations.

• Implemented field data collection protocols, including bird trapping, banding, and tracking to assess population health and nesting behaviors.

• Performed environmental mapping using Trimble GPS technology to assess coastal erosion and habitat degradation, compiling data into actionable reports for conservation planning.

• Contributed to beach conservation efforts, ensuring the protection of endangered species and promoting environmental sustainability. Executed comprehensive environmental assessments utilizing Trimble GPS technology, analyzing coastal erosion patterns and developing data-driven conservation strategies. SKILLS

GIS (Beginner), Excel (Skillful), Data Analysis (Skillful), Field Research (Experienced), Environmental Mapping (Beginner), Laboratory Techniques (Skillful), Team Leadership (Skillful), Public Education

(Skillful), Conservation (Experienced).

CERTIFICATIONS

40-Hour HAZWOPER completion Date: 03-03-2025

OSHA 30 Hour Outreach Training Program - Construction. Completion Date: 04-13-2025 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HONORS AND AWARDS

Sigma Xi Scientific Research Honor Society

2023 Undergraduate First Place Research Award

Member of Chi Beta Phi, Omicron Alpha Zeta, and BCES Honor Societies VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Horseshoe Crab Monitoring at CERCOM (Apr-Jul 2020): Conducted ecological surveys and monitored species health.

Beach and Marshland Cleanup with Operation Splash (2020-2021): Participated in environmental restoration and community engagement.

LINKS

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/joseph-benevento-70038a347 Sigma Xi 2023 Award:

https://www.sigmaxi.org/news/news-archive/2023/05/16/winners-announced-for-2023-sigma-xi-student-researc h-showcase

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