Gavin Ballard
Utah House Of Representatives
Salt Lake City,UT
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Legislative Assistant
10 Months- Drafted concise bill summaries and conducted research to inform policy decisions for state lawmakers.
- Assisted with communications, scheduling, and constituent affairs for the House Minority Caucus leadership team.
- Organized stakeholder meetings, preparing materials and creating precise notes.
Constituent Services & Office Coordinator
5 Months- Provided assistance to constituents with City-related issues and offered detailed administrative support for the Mayor's senior staff.
Legislative Intern
2 Months- Performed bill summaries, constituent outreach, and extensive schedule management to support Representative Owens' legislative priorities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
- Magna Cum Laude
- GPA: 3.99
Bachelor of Science - Environmental and Sustainability Studies
- Emphasis in Ecojustice Education
- Magna Cum Laude
- GPA: 3.99
Skills
Technical Writing
Editing and Proofreading
Issue Research
Community Engagement
Microsoft Office
Time Management
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant , April 2023 - October 2025
University of Utah Radon Lab , Salt Lake City, UT
- Analyzed data to evaluate radon exposure risks and contributed to research publications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design a community study addressing environmental health concerns.
- Developed grant materials to secure project funding.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate Leader with the Utah Radon Lab
- In addition to my research responsibilities, I worked closely with faculty mentors to spearhead community outreach, facilitate public events, and create radon resources.
House Minority Caucus Legislative Intern Leadership Team
- Aided staff by orienting other interns with Caucus goals, helping them meet their responsibilities in addition to my own.
PUBLICATIONS
Do Renters Face Greater Radon Risks?: A Community Testing Study on Elevated Radon Factors
- Undergoing Peer Review (2026)
Interests
Avid Reader
Climbing/Hiking
Chess
Cooking
Photography
Timeline
Legislative Assistant
Utah House Of Representatives
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Constituent Services & Office Coordinator
Salt Lake City, Office of the Mayor
05.2025 - 10.2025Read More
Legislative Intern
Utah House Of Representatives
01.2025 - 03.2025Read More
University of Utah
Bachelor of Science from Environmental and Sustainability Studies
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University of Utah
Bachelor of Science from Political Science
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