Alvaro Diaz
Fontana,CA
Summary
Master of Public Policy graduate with expertise in environmental policy, urban planning, housing policy, and sustainability analysis. Experienced in environmental review processes, regulatory compliance (NEPA/CEQA), data-driven policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and community outreach. Skilled in ArcGIS, Python, and quantitative research methods to support land-use planning, environmental impact assessment, and sustainable development initiatives. Committed to advancing public-sector and institutional sustainability goals through collaborative, evidence-based decision-making.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning & Payroll Specialist
Izzuz Partners
07.2025 - Current
- Administer payroll operations across multiple client organizations, ensuring compliance and data accuracy
- Analyze payroll data and resolve discrepancies to improve reporting efficiency
- Develop workforce schedules to optimize operational performance
Graduate Intern – EcoCAR Mobility Challenge
University of California, Riverside
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted sustainability and policy analysis to evaluate clean transportation initiatives
- Led community outreach efforts promoting environmental awareness
- Prepared written reports assessing program progress toward sustainability goals
Teaching Assistant – Public Policy & Economics
University of California, Riverside
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Facilitated discussions on environmental economics and public policy frameworks
- Evaluated research papers and quantitative assignments
- Supported curriculum delivery and academic assessment processes
Grader – Environmental Economics
University of California, Riverside
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Assessed coursework involving cost-benefit analysis and environmental regulatory policy
- Ensured accurate and timely evaluation of upper-division submissions
Education
Master of Public Policy -
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Goleta, CA03-2022
Skills
- ArcGIS
- Python
- Microsoft Excel (Data Analysis, Pivot Tables)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Environmental Review
- Land-Use Policy
- Sustainability Policy
- Trilingual
- Public Housing Funding
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Environmental Policy & Regulatory Compliance (NEPA, CEQA, EPA)
- Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
- Urban & Land-Use Planning
- Sustainability Reporting
- Policy Analysis & Program Evaluation
- Data Analysis (Excel, Python)
- ArcGIS Mapping
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Latin
Professional Working
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Planning & Payroll Specialist
Izzuz Partners
07.2025 - Current
Graduate Intern – EcoCAR Mobility Challenge
University of California, Riverside
03.2025 - 06.2025
Grader – Environmental Economics
University of California, Riverside
09.2024 - 12.2024
Teaching Assistant – Public Policy & Economics
University of California, Riverside
01.2023 - 01.2025
Master of Public Policy -
University of California, Riverside
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara