Ava Smith Email & Phone Number

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Currently I work within the Research Division, and support the agency both internally and externally to identify, and align stakeholder interests with the management goals to promote conservation decisions that have public understanding and support.

I supported the work of the college-level Working Group on Structural Racism.

Storrs Mansfield, Connecticut

I conducted research to understand current outreach efforts related to private landowner education and engagement. My research focused around understanding the private forest landowner population in Connecticut.

I coordinated with the Instructor of Record and a fellow TA in order to lead a discussion section for a Natural Resources Planning and Management course. I was responsible for evaluating and grading writing assignments for 29 students.

Hadley, MA

I coordinated with Grant Specialists within the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration (WSFR) program to facilitate the swift review and finalization of ongoing federal grant applications. I also participated on a strategic communications planning team to identify areas of outreach the program needed to improve internally and externally to the U.S. Fish and.

Hadley, MA

I assisted National Wildlife Refuge staff with developing hunting and fishing plans, and opening packages, to expand access to public lands for the benefit of the American people. I reviewed packages and plans for consistency, developed information sheets and maps as part of the necessary outreach materials for upcoming hunting and finishing seasons.

Hadley, MA

I assisted the Refuge Planning team with completing habitat, fire, and other related management plans for National Wildlife Refuges in the Northeast. I utilized a variety of computer programs include the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite (including InDesign) and ArcGIS, to create outreach materials, and write portions of these plans. This included NEPA.

Hadley, MA

I worked in the USFWS Region 5 Regional Office in Hadley, MA, focusing on TRACS and data entry. I worked alongside other professionals in the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program, assisting with grant administration. WSFR is responsible for awarding state fish and wildlife agencies funds to support on the ground conservation.

I analyzed and organized responses from 49 states regarding their trapping programs and regulations, to prepare a report summarizing the results for the newest iteration of the AFWA Trapping Regulations Survey.

Storrs, CT

I conducted an independent undergraduate research project investigating the relationship between culvert assessment scores to determine if the scores accurately predict Brook trout population fragmentation throughout Connecticut streams. I also extracted DNA samples from fin clips, to genetically structure populations. Measured and assessed culverts and.

West Hartford, CT

As an Animal Caretaker, I brought out animals for public demonstrations, while telling visitors general information about the various species of mammals and reptiles. I also prepared food for the public feeding time for the animals in the sanctuary and cleaned various enclosures.Working in the Butterfly House, I was responsible for taking care of the.

I taught lessons surrounding a particular dance and style, and assisted fellow dancers whenever they had questions about technique or figures pertaining to our competitive syllabi.

South Plainfield, NJ

I worked primarily in the Junior's Department, restocking and organizing the sales floor. On occassion, if needed, I would help other associates at the POS registers to check out guests, all the while maintaining a positive and friendly demeanor.

Natural Resources

Natural Resources, Fisheries And Wildlife Conservation

Activities and Societies: The UConn Chapter of the Wildlife Society, UConn Ballroom Dance Club and Team

High School Diploma