Brianna Barnhart
Brianna Barnhart

SUMMARY

� Environmental Professional with a Bachelor�s degree in Environmental Science and a year of experience in the field
� Proven ability to meet a strong demand for high-quality, organized and consistent results
� Confident individual who demonstrates strong initiative and is capable of independent action with the ability to make informed decisions
� Known for strong communication skills, both written and verbal
� Excellent time management; able to balance immediate and long-term work with varying priorities and deadlines
� Valid G driver�s license with a good driving record

RELEVANT SKILLS AND ABILITIES

� Site characterization tests conducted to develop a written report for clients under the supervision of senior staff
� Technical reports, data collection, management and analysis completed to test various clean-up methods on water samples to show the retention for the compound of interest
� Hydrogeological sampling and interpretation to supplement unexpected results with more data for further support
� Developed work plans and cost estimates for a sampling trip to minimize client as well as company expenses
� Performed other technical tasks, as requested, efficiently and accurately, using standard methods and techniques

EDUCATION

Honours Bachelor of Science in Indigenous Environmental Science 2018
Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario
� Completed an honours thesis to investigate the uptake and metabolism of organic selenium compounds in green algae to understand the bioavailability of organic selenium species
� Voluntary courses highlight Indigenous culture, environmental examination, and degree relevant chemistry topics, all of which have developed skills to successfully communicate a multitude of topics to various audiences
� Courses included Mohawk (Kanienkehaka) Language, Ecology, Environmental Air Pollution, Atmospheric and Aquatic Environmental Chemistry, and Analytical Chemistry
� Core courses taught the importance of bridging cultures to find the most effective solutions and the need for environmental social justice globally




WORK EXPERIENCE

Junior Environmental Scientist 2017-2018
� NSERC USRA recipient at Trent University to work with environmental chemistry professor, Dr. Dirk Wallschl�ger, to quantify the concentration of organic selenium compounds in mining effluent through analytical chemistry techniques
� Responsible for researching methods, running analytical equipment, and data analysis to quantify the concentration of compounds in water samples
� One project led to an immense amount of trouble-shooting just to give the client as many answers as science would allow
� This opportunity increased independency, confidence, creativity, and critical thinking to complete tasks with the resources available in a timely manner

Indigenous Environmental Studies/Science (IESS) Researcher 2016-2017
� Responsible for compiling events that the program hosted throughout the year in order to collect data and feedback for such
� Researched opinions about the classes through creating and distributing surveys on the Qualtrics program
� Analyzed the data from the surveys to summarize key results for the betterment of the IESS program
� Time management, communication, and writing skills were improved through balancing a part-time job with full-time school that led to self-growth

Car Detailing and Preparation 2018-2019
� Assisted in fixing, preparing, and cleaning of cars at CSN Uptown Collision, which allowed me to always keep myself busy
� Responsibilities fostered efficiency, customer service skills, attention to detail, and communication skills

Kitchen Supervisor/Server 2010-2018
� Worked at Erin Heights Golf Course in the food and beverage sector preparing and serving meals, drinks and overseeing the task to ensure smooth service
� Responsibilities included stocking, taking orders, cleaning, delegating jobs to other staff, training new employees, ringing off the tills and closing the clubhouse
� Learned decisiveness, multi-tasking, work ethic, delegation, and problem-solving skills so that the kitchen ran efficiently and orderly

CERTIFICATIONS, VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE & MEMBERSHIP

Impact Leadership Program 2017-2018
Workshops and retreats were used to train participants to be responsible and sensitive leaders in volunteer placements. I have the privilege of volunteering with The Land Between organization.


Tyendinaga Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte Member

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

Hiking ? Canoeing ? Camping ? Animals ? Reading ? Drawing

References available upon request.