Experience
Professional Experience
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND CONSERVATION - Nashville, TN
Environmental Consultant - Toxic Substances Program, 2019 - Present
Inspections of regulated activities for lead-based paint, asbestos, and PCB's to monitor compliance and meet EPA grant requirements
Investigations of homes of lead-poisoned children to identify possible sources of exposure.
Assessment of violations by regulated entities and processing of enforcement actions.
Management of licensed devices and training of staff on radiation safety.
TRADEBE TREATMENT AND RECYCLING - Madison, TN
Lab Technician & Plant Operator, 2017 - 2019
Laboratory analysis in water treatment facility to keep operations within compliance and maintain quality of processes
Management of laboratory to keep equipment functional and supplies stocked
Operation of facility to meet discharge targets and fulfill requirements of city permit
Education
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE - Nashville, TN
Master of Public Health, 2020 - 2023
Concentration: Health Policy – Environmental Health
Key studies: Epidemiology, Health Economics, Program Evaluation, Environmental Assessments, Biostatistics
Practicum: Health Impacts of Degraded Environments - Air quality monitoring, community engagement, and education in one of Nashville's largest public housing neighborhoods
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY - Murfreesboro, TN
Bachelor of Science, 2013 - 2017
Major: Environmental Sustainability & Technology
Key studies: Environmental Geology, Geographic Information Systems, HVAC, Pollution Control
Internship: MTSU Center for Energy Efficiency - Development of green projects around campus, promoting sustainable practices and learning from professionals in Facilities Services.
Skills & Training
Computer-based: Microsoft Office; Adobe design products; Geographic Information Systems
Environmental Assessment: water, soil, air sampling; ICP-OES metals analysis; XRF analysis; wet chemistry
Training: EPA Inspector Training, Lead inspection/Risk Assessment, Asbestos inspection, Water treatment, OSHA HAZWOPER/SHEM
Interests & Hobbies
Outdoor recreation
Sports & fitness
Art & design
Food & Drink
Music
Reading
Television, Film, and Video Games
