Rose Howe - Resume
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Rose Howe - Resume

OBJECTIVE

Position that builds on strong interest in economics, law, and natural resource policy and utilizes abilities to analyze information and communicate clearly.

Areas of interest: community organizing, conservation, housing affordability, marine and land-use planning, resilience, and transportation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Reliable, diligent team player who is comfortable communicating with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, coordinate committees and volunteers, and tackle complex tasks. Reputation as a quick learner who is eager to contribute to an organization�s effectiveness.
� Economics / Environmental Studies - Western Washington University, 2017
o Magna Cum Laude, Honors graduate, and Outstanding Economics Graduate
� 18 months of experience working in Washington State�s public sector
� Experienced in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, WordPress, and ArcGIS

EXPERIENCE

Skagit Council of Governments, Mount Vernon, WA - June 2017 � July 2018
Assistant Planner, Transportation Intern
One of three planning staff at Skagit County�s regional planning office. Implemented planning processes and developed technical reports. Managed coordination and documentation for six committees. Professionally interacted with elected officials, the public, and staff from local, regional, state, federal, and tribal jurisdictions.

Economic and Revenue Forecast Council, Olympia, WA - Summer 2016
Research Intern
Summer intern for Washington State�s leading public-sector economists. Updated annual statewide Economic Climate Study by compiling the most recent federal and state data.

RE Sources for Sustainable Communities, Bellingham, WA - Summer 2015
�We Scoop� Intern
Publicized �We Scoop� campaign by reaching out to non-profits, veterinary offices, and pet stores for donations and support. Educated pet owners about scooping waste to improve water quality.

RESEARCH

Pacific Northwest Regional Economic Conference, Bend, OR - May 24, 2017
Coal Trains and Home Values: The Effect of the Gateway Pacific Terminal Project on Housing Prices in Bellingham, Washington
Presented my undergraduate thesis as the lead presenter for a panel on transportation systems.

ACTIVITIES

Volunteer, Surfrider Blue Water Task Force Program, 2016 � 2018
President, WWU Surfrider Club, 2015 � 2017
Group Leader, WWU Lobby Day, Jan 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017