Victoria Caba Resume
Victoria L. Caba
Education
2018 Jacksonville University B.S. in Sustainability with a minor in Marine Biology
2022 American Public University M.S. in Environmental Policy, Currently enrolled
Professional Experience
2018-2020 Facility Manager at Native Fresh Aquaponics (non-profit) in Jacksonville, FL
- Managed staff, volunteers, and interns
- Developed educational programs for k-12 and post-graduate
- Created, implemented, and oversaw pest control and plant diseases prevention
- Designed and conducted experiments and analyzed results to improve production
- Established internship program and supervised research conducted by college interns within the program
- Responsible for initial certification of the USDA�s GHP/GAP food safety audit and enhanced processes to ensure ongoing compliance
- Communicated the importance of sustainability and urban agriculture to students throughout the Duval County Public School System
- Consulted on the design, build, and expansion of international projections in Africa and the Virgin Islands
2017-2018 Aquaculture/Horticulture Research at Traders Hill Farm in Hilliard, FL
- Supported the ongoing compliance of HACCP certified food safety plan
- Provided a complete market analysis for the potential sale of Tilapia
- Managed and implemented proper fish care including: fish feeding, water quality, weighing fish, forecasting growth, managing feed rates and rotations, and stocking densities
- Led the sustainability task force and was responsible for the implementation of sustainable techniques on site
- Contributed to system design and engineering of greenhouse structures and production processes
- Led tours and represented the research department at various horticulture conferences throughout Florida
- Conducted research on improving production processes, new product varieties, and greenhouse environmental conditions
- Applied research findings to production processes and adapted new techniques for operation
2016-2017 Undergrad Research Assistant at Jacksonville University under Dr. Quinton White
- Surveyed water access sites for urban development potential
- Created maps using ArcGIS software
- Participated in city council meetings and presented at public meetings
- Collected and interpreted field data for mapping
- Wrote a portion of and contributed to the develop of the Maritime Management Plan for the City of Jacksonville
2015-2016 Education Intern at Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center in Stuart, FL
- Presented comprehensive education on the aquarium�s exhibits to guests and students
- Supported the center�s mission to inspire and promote environmental stewardship
- Participated in restoration projects to help improve the health of the Indian River Lagoon such as oyster restoration
- Supervised high school interns volunteering at the center
Recognized Accomplishments
2019 Featured in Edible Magazine for Urban Agriculture
2017 Featured in Greenhouse Magazine as Intern
2017 Nominated for Marine Science Student of the Year at Jacksonville University
2016 Nominated for Who�s Who Among Students Award
2015 Selected member of Presidential Leadership Advisory Board at Jacksonville University
Program Experience
- GIS and Remote Sensing Software (MapInfo, IDRISI, and ArcGIS)
- YSI 9500 Photometer, DO, TDS, and pH meters
- Grant planning and proposal writing
Certifications
2020 NOLS Wilderness First Aid Certified
2019 Founding Member and Co-Chair of the Northeast Florida Climate Reality Chapter
2017 HACCP Food Safety Certified
2016 iLEAD International Leadership Development Program Certification
2013 PADI open water dive certified
2012 Florida Boaters license holder
Leadership Development:
2019 Climate Reality Project Leadership Training
2019 Combating Sea Level Rise in Jacksonville
2018 How to Start a Successful Hydroponic Business
2018 Jacksonville Annual Environmental Summit
2017 YSI Training Conference
2017 Jacksonville Annual Environmental Summit
Victoria L. Caba
Education
2018 Jacksonville University B.S. in Sustainability with a minor in Marine Biology
2022 American Public University M.S. in Environmental Policy, Currently enrolled
Professional Experience
2018-2020 Facility Manager at Native Fresh Aquaponics (non-profit) in Jacksonville, FL
- Managed staff, volunteers, and interns
- Developed educational programs for k-12 and post-graduate
- Created, implemented, and oversaw pest control and plant diseases prevention
- Designed and conducted experiments and analyzed results to improve production
- Established internship program and supervised research conducted by college interns within the program
- Responsible for initial certification of the USDA�s GHP/GAP food safety audit and enhanced processes to ensure ongoing compliance
- Communicated the importance of sustainability and urban agriculture to students throughout the Duval County Public School System
- Consulted on the design, build, and expansion of international projections in Africa and the Virgin Islands
2017-2018 Aquaculture/Horticulture Research at Traders Hill Farm in Hilliard, FL
- Supported the ongoing compliance of HACCP certified food safety plan
- Provided a complete market analysis for the potential sale of Tilapia
- Managed and implemented proper fish care including: fish feeding, water quality, weighing fish, forecasting growth, managing feed rates and rotations, and stocking densities
- Led the sustainability task force and was responsible for the implementation of sustainable techniques on site
- Contributed to system design and engineering of greenhouse structures and production processes
- Led tours and represented the research department at various horticulture conferences throughout Florida
- Conducted research on improving production processes, new product varieties, and greenhouse environmental conditions
- Applied research findings to production processes and adapted new techniques for operation
2016-2017 Undergrad Research Assistant at Jacksonville University under Dr. Quinton White
- Surveyed water access sites for urban development potential
- Created maps using ArcGIS software
- Participated in city council meetings and presented at public meetings
- Collected and interpreted field data for mapping
- Wrote a portion of and contributed to the develop of the Maritime Management Plan for the City of Jacksonville
2015-2016 Education Intern at Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center in Stuart, FL
- Presented comprehensive education on the aquarium�s exhibits to guests and students
- Supported the center�s mission to inspire and promote environmental stewardship
- Participated in restoration projects to help improve the health of the Indian River Lagoon such as oyster restoration
- Supervised high school interns volunteering at the center
Recognized Accomplishments
2019 Featured in Edible Magazine for Urban Agriculture
2017 Featured in Greenhouse Magazine as Intern
2017 Nominated for Marine Science Student of the Year at Jacksonville University
2016 Nominated for Who�s Who Among Students Award
2015 Selected member of Presidential Leadership Advisory Board at Jacksonville University
Program Experience
- GIS and Remote Sensing Software (MapInfo, IDRISI, and ArcGIS)
- YSI 9500 Photometer, DO, TDS, and pH meters
- Grant planning and proposal writing
Certifications
2020 NOLS Wilderness First Aid Certified
2019 Founding Member and Co-Chair of the Northeast Florida Climate Reality Chapter
2017 HACCP Food Safety Certified
2016 iLEAD International Leadership Development Program Certification
2013 PADI open water dive certified
2012 Florida Boaters license holder
Leadership Development:
2019 Climate Reality Project Leadership Training
2019 Combating Sea Level Rise in Jacksonville
2018 How to Start a Successful Hydroponic Business
2018 Jacksonville Annual Environmental Summit
2017 YSI Training Conference
2017 Jacksonville Annual Environmental Summit