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Kate Rutt

Darlington,MD

Summary

Detail-oriented environmental science professional with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Agricultural Resource Conservation Specialist

Maryland Department of Agriculture
01.2025 - Current
  • Participate in assigned training to learn the principles and skills necessary to identify and address resource concerns on agricultural land, develop Conservation Plans, and obtain NRCS Level I Planner Certification
  • Develop and revise Conservation Plans to meet planning goals consistent with WIP III planning goals
  • Provide assistance to agricultural land owners/operators participating in MDA, NRCS and other partner incentive programs by informing them of program eligibility requirements, opportunities, and completing the required forms for participation

Natural Resources Planner

Maryland Department of the Environment
01.2019 - 01.2025
  • Responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating assigned permit applications, administrative, technical and scientific information such as Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plans (CNMPs), Nutrient Management Plans (NMPs), Soil Conservation and Water Quality Plans (CPs) that are required by the Code of Maryland and federal regulations in support of the AFO Division's general discharge permit registration efforts
  • Managing the permit registration and public participation process for each proposed facility, including issuing notices of tentative and determinations, scheduling informational and public hearings, and drafting responses to public comments
  • Determining compliance with the requirement of facilities to submit an Annual Implementation Report
  • Managing the billing, receipt, processing, and compliance of the AFO Division's annual permit fees
  • Administrative duties involving updating the database and tracking spreadsheets with current permit information and drafting/coordinating the AFO Division's correspondence/letters, mailing lists, and mail merges


Intern

U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Worked in cooperation with the Maryland Water Monitoring Council to explore the differences and availability of data among county governments in Maryland with respect to groundwater quality testing required for domestic water-supply wells
  • Surveyed environmental health directors of each Maryland county to obtain information on requirements for private wells and identify data gaps
  • Complied and summarized responses to determine the feasibility of a common water-quality database to characterize groundwater across the state

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

Towson University
Towson, MD
05-2018

Skills

  • Technical Writing
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical Thinking
  • Data Analysis
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Collaboration Across Disciplines
  • Organizational and Interpersonal Skills
  • Environmental policy

Timeline

Agricultural Resource Conservation Specialist

Maryland Department of Agriculture
01.2025 - Current

Natural Resources Planner

Maryland Department of the Environment
01.2019 - 01.2025

Intern

U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
01.2018 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

Towson University

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