Assistant Director

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVES:

My goal is to obtain a Biologist or Ecologist position with opportunities for upward movement where my knowledge and skills can be used. I am looking for opportunities that blend research and my passion for marine science.

EDUCATION:

Cornell University: B.S. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with a concentration in marine science (2012)

Seton Hall University: Transferred as a biology major from Seton Hall University (2009)

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:

I am a highly self motivated and goal-oriented individual who is a sincere, hardworking, quick-learning team-player with quality written and oral communications skills. I am able to adapt quickly to new work environment situations and possess responsible leadership qualities.

SKILLS (including Licenses and Certifications):

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certified American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard

CPR and AED Certified NJ Boat Operator License SDI Scuba Diving Certified

American Bartending School Certified

Active Aquarist experienced in both saltwater and freshwater tanks

Experience with small boat handling and maintenance

Computer Skills include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Laboratory Skills

• Collection and analysis of biological data.

• Study organisms which live in the marine environments at Shoals Marine Lab, Appledore Island.

• Dissection and osteology.

• Able to carry work as a team member.

• Good knowledge of principles used in the management of wildlife and fish populations.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Cornell University Lifeguard September 2009 to Current (15 hrs/week)

Aquatic Director, Wappingers Recreation May 2010 to August 2010 (30 hrs/week)

Swim Instructor, Wappingers Recreation May 2010 to August 2010 (24 hrs/week)

Lifeguard, Anderson Center for Autistic Children May 2009 to August 2010 (24 hrs/week)

Assistant Aquatic Director, Wappingers Recreation May 2009 to August 2009 (25 hrs/week)

Wappingers Recreation Lifeguard, YMCA Lifeguard May 2008 to August 2008 (25 hrs/week)

Seton Hall University Chemistry Tutor September 2008 to June 2009 (10 hrs/week)

Courses taken included:

Ecology and the Marine Environment Genetics Macroevolution

Anatomy and Function of Vertebrates (including Marine) Biochemistry Organic Chemistry

Sharks, Biology, Evolution and Conservation Cell Biology Physics

Dynamics of Marine Ecology Chemical Ecology

SCHOOL / COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:

Seton Hall University Biology Club Ithaca Dialysis Center Volunteer

Vassar Hospital Volunteer in Thoracic Surgery Unit National Kidney Foundation member

ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES and INTERESTS:

Travel to Spain, Morocco, Gibraltar, Caribbean, Hawaii

Swimming, community service, traveling, reading, video games, scuba diving, pinochle, aquarium keeping

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