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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Nuclear Power Group

Orlando, Florida, United States

Conduct multi-media environmental regulatory compliance inspections, primarily at solid and hazardous waste (RCRA) facilities. Perform monthly compliance inspections at permitted landfill and waste processing facilities. Strong ability to work with violators to gain compliance. Certified Nasal Ranger Inspector trained to conduct nuisance odor assessments ensuring code compliance. Noise specialist trained to perform assessments using specialized field equipment to ensure code compliance. Perform field sampling in accordance with approved FDEP sampling methods. Coordinated regulatory activities with multiple jurisdictions involving permitting and/or enforcement actions.

Orlando, Florida, United States

Provided regulatory and technical assistance primarily under 40 CFR (RCRA) and state and local codes. Prepared and provided regulatory training including 8-Hour HAZWOPER. Prepared regulatory forms and inspection documents. Created regulatory educational material for the commercial sector.

Orlando, Florida, United States

Orlando, Florida Area

Manage multiple programs, priorities, and budgets including the state mandated Small Quantity Generator Program, Multi-Media Compliance Program (air, soil, water, & waste), Emergency Response, Pollution Prevention (P2) Program, Media Relations, and the environmental Volunteer & Internship Program (eVIP). Lead, train, and manage a staff that includes 11 full-time, 2 part-time, 1 contractor, and 3 – 10 interns. Manage an annual budget of over $750,000. Developed and enhanced the wireless system program to improve staff efficiency, results included an increase in facility inspections by four-fold. Created & developed programs such as the Pollution Prevention (P2) Program to assist local businesses, the environmental Volunteer & Internship Program (eVIP) to increase community engagement, and the Orange County Homeowner’s Energy Efficiency Program (OCHEEP!) a rebate incentive program developed with stimulus funding to improve energy efficiency in the community ($330,000 budget). Responsible for job hazard analysis, accident investigation, and coordination with Risk Management on corrective actions. Organize interdepartmental activities and projects. Develop and conduct regulatory compliance trainings for internal staff, regulated community, and conferences. Prepare and coordinate enforcement cases related to the County’s Noise Ordinance. Experienced in operating noise measuring and monitoring equipment. Emergency Support Function (ESF) 10 (Hazardous Materials Response) and ESF-8 team member logistics. Recipient of Orange County Department Employee of the Quarter, December 2014; Orange County Division Employee of the Month, August 2014; NAHMMA Hometown Hero Award, 2014; NAHMMA National & State Longstanding Program Excellence Award, 2014; Orange County Mayor’s Coffee Service Recognition, 2012; NAHMMA National Program of the Year Award, 2011

Orlando, Florida Area

Inspected hazardous waste generators for compliance with RCRA requirements; first responder to environmental complaints. Strong ability to work with violators on gaining compliance; over 90 percent compliance rate. Responded to environmental emergency situations (after-hours on-call) and oversaw remediation efforts involving hazardous materials; conducted noise readings in compliance with Orange County’s Noise Ordinance. Conducted field sampling in accordance with approved FDEP sampling methods. Coordinated regulatory activities with multiple jurisdictions involving permitting and/or enforcement actions. Designated as EPDs Environmental Management Representative. Responsible for developing, implementing, and managing all aspects of EPDs ISO 14001 Environmental Management System. Promoted in November of 2008; Awarded Employee of the Month (February 2008); Division Employee of the Quarter (June 2008); CES Department Employee of the Quarter (June 2008).

Orlando, Florida, United States

Served as Head of Logistics and provided support to various other committees

Altamonte Springs, Fl

Ensured permit compliance and reporting requirements were met for the City’s 24 environmental permits. Program administrator for the City’s NPDES MS4 Permit; responsible for the GIS stormwater system inventory and ownership research. Managed the City’s Lake Management Program including water quality & drainage basin studies, treatment and restoration projects, implemented an in-house aquatic treatment program saving the City $45,000/year; reviewed Shoreline Alteration permit applications. Community Rating System (CRS) Coordinator for FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program; ensured compliance with the program and decreased rating from 10 to 8. Prepared Request for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQ); assisted in the maintenance of master contract files and in processing Specific Authorizations (SA). City liaison for the Stormwater Technical Advisory Committee, Little Wekiva River Technical Working Group, Middle St. Johns River Basin Technical Advisory Committee. Provided presentations to HOAs, community groups, businesses, and schools.

Coordinated and compiled data submittal for the City’s Industrial (MSGP) NPDES Annual Report; conducted and coordinated Annual Tenant Storm Water Pollution Prevention Training. Administered Hazardous Waste Training Program for airport staff; assisted Section Head with the review of Phase I & II Reports. Managed contracts; prepared Request for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQ); created and managed various databases; uploaded electronic files into GIS database. Developed extensive filing and archiving system; prepared various reports; reviewed documents for accuracy; conducted research. Coordinated projects and meetings with other departments; responded to information requests; handled customer and tenant complaints and inquiries.

Conducted waste audits and developed waste prevention and recycling program; compiled statistical analyses and reports for the county and the state; performed cost-benefit analyses; researched and assisted with writing grant proposals. Assisted with Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events. Provided tours and presentations to schools, community groups, and businesses; provided customer service and support; ensured compliance with countywide franchise and inter-local agreements.

Master Of Science - Ms, Applied Economics

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Natural Resource Economics

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