Holly Van Etten
Washington,D.C.
Summary
Skilled and enthusiastic research support professional eager to advance environmental research and policy for a more sustainable future. Passionate about sustainable, regenerative agricultural practices and pollution reduction. Ready to apply knowledge of public health, environmental science, biology, and research methods to further EPA's mission.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Extramural Research Support
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Headquarters
05.2023 - Current
- Supported executive leadership with notetaking in meetings with partners internal and external to EPA. Synthesized complex scientific issues such as air and water quality monitoring, lead, methane, pesticides, and PFAS for easy understanding by senior leaders and laypeople across the organization.
- Ensured the Program Operations Team consistently met project deadlines by leading weekly team meetings, keeping Teams channels and files organized, and diligently tracking project progress.
- Synthesized and translated complex scientific research from programs across OSAPE into concise entries suitable for a lay audience as a writer and editor of the OSAPE Monthly Newsletter team.
- Analyzed the operational success of OSAPE programs and provided recommendations to solve problems as needed. Drafted SOPs to standardize procedures throughout OSAPE, developed a Site Design and Management Plan and corresponding survey form to improve employee engagement with the Program Operations Team, and innovated new solutions to common research management and administrative issues for the Continuous Improvement program.
- Researched federal laws and agency regulations while working closely with OSAPE Deputy Director and Public Access Forum Co-Chair in updating EPA’s Public Access Plan. Developed a communications plan to raise awareness within EPA of the new research and data management protocols required by the new Public Access Plan.
- · Gained communications and administrative experience writing and editing official reports and newsletters, using GovDelivery and transmittal systems, creating PowerPoint presentations, updating SharePoint and Intranet webpages, and ensuring 508-compliance of all web content.
Server
Chef Geoff's West End
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Ensured optimal guest experience at upscale restaurant by promptly attending to guests' needs and providing exceptional personalized service.
- Managed orders and accompanying financial transactions using digital Point of Sale system.
- Trained new servers and proactively assisted coworkers to maximize efficiency and table turnover rates during peak business times.
Creative Contractor
Tunespotter, Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted startup company in downloading, uploading, and editing online media content in accordance with company protocols.
- Carefully entered and organized data relevant to media clippings into company Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
- Effectively created personal work schedule, managed time, and met critical deadlines in remote work environment.
Intern
The Women's Center, Inc
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Supported an average of 15 callers per day experiencing various levels of crisis, communicating with empathy, bilingual proficiency, and the use of de-escalation tactics when necessary to ensure the most effective communication possible. Integrated skills from domestic violence response training into interactions with survivors.
- Provided information, resources, and referrals to callers in need of various forms of counseling and support services, resulting in the provision of care and services to hundreds of callers in need.
- Diligently documented conversation details and action taken in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to maintain optimal organization.
- Co-hosted a virtual workshop to increase the legal knowledge and resources of 20 underserved women navigating divorce.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health And Psychological & Brain Sciences
The George Washington University
Washington01.2023
Skills
- Microsoft 365
- Scientific writing
- Clinical research
- Data Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Project Management
Timeline
Administrative Extramural Research Support
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Headquarters
05.2023 - Current
Server
Chef Geoff's West End
08.2022 - 04.2023
Creative Contractor
Tunespotter, Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2022
Intern
The Women's Center, Inc
05.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Public Health And Psychological & Brain Sciences
The George Washington University
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