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LESLEE JACKSON

Minneapolis,USA

Summary

Enthusiastic, hardworking master's graduate student seeking an opportunity in environmental policy and activism. Extremely resourceful, organized, and results-oriented with the ability to produce and succeed. Good relationship-building and problem-solving skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Board Member

Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition
Minneapolis, USA
04.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for the organization
  • Participated in community events as an ambassador for the organization's mission and goals
  • Maintained current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices related to governance matters
  • Developed strong relationships with staff members to ensure the success of organizational initiatives

Commissioner

Community Environmental Advisory Commission for the City of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, USA
01.2020 - Current
  • Serves as an advisor to the City Council and the Mayor's staff for the city of Minneapolis
  • Built strong relationships with external stakeholders including politicians
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to coordinate resources for achieving desired results
  • Held regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss their concerns and develop effective solutions

Environmental Consultant

Minneapolis Northside Green Zones
Minneapolis, MN
06.2019 - Current
  • Reviewed plans submitted by developers for potential environmental impacts associated with new projects.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary teams focused on developing strategies for mitigating climate change.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders involved in environmental issues.
  • Analyzed and reported on environmental data covering emissions, atmospheric monitoring and soil and water samples.

Grant Reviewer

Environmental Protection Agency
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Company Overview: (Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program)
  • I communicated mainly through email with the grant review team
  • Attend an approximately 2–3-hour training session to learn about their review process and responsibilities
  • Reviewed nine applications independently
  • And wrote detailed evaluation comments about the application addressing the evaluation criteria
  • Join virtual panel meetings to finalize feedback
  • (Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program)

Grant Reviewer

Green Cost Share: Energy Efficiency Program
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Reviewed 30 applications on energy efficiency, solar, and pollution prevention
  • Evaluate grant applications for compliance with guidelines and objectives
  • Assess the feasibility and potential impact of proposed projects
  • Verify information and research for accuracy
  • Recommend Funding for application

Environmental Consultant

Minnesota Department of Transportation
Minneapolis, USA
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Company Overview: (Clean Fuel Working Group)
  • I developed strategies for mitigating environmental risks associated with commercial projects
  • Provided technical advice on best practices in pollution prevention and waste management
  • Collaborated with stakeholders on developing strategies that protect natural resources
  • Assessed potential impacts of proposed developments on local ecosystems
  • Researched relevant legislation related to conservation planning
  • (Clean Fuel Working Group)

Environmental Consultant

City of Minneapolis Sustainability Department
Minneapolis, USA
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Served as an advisor to the City of Minneapolis
  • Collaborated with other professionals in the development of integrated environmental solutions
  • Provided technical advice on best practices in pollution prevention and waste management
  • Identified areas requiring improvement to meet regulatory standards

Fellow

Environmental Justice Coordinating Council
Minneapolis, USA
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Attended and supported the organizing objectives of the North Minneapolis Green Zone Task Force
  • Attended planning meetings of the E.J.C.C
  • Participated in one or more initiatives of the Environmental Justice Partnership

Certified Nursing Assistant

Various high risk facilities
Minneapolis, USA
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Company Overview: (COVID-19 RELIEF)
  • Performed basic nursing procedures such as taking temperatures and pulse rates
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during times of distress
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
  • (COVID-19 RELIEF)

Environmental Educator

Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis, USA
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Company Overview: (afterschool program)
  • Facilitated interactive workshops with students on topics related to sustainability and climate change
  • Managed a budget allocated towards purchasing supplies needed for delivering educational programming
  • Created lesson plans and activities designed to engage learners in exploring natural resources, habitats, species, pollution, global warming, energy conservation
  • Developed and implemented educational programs to promote understanding of environmental issues among diverse audiences
  • Researched current trends in environmental science initiatives at the state and national level
  • (afterschool program)

Student Worker

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Minneapolis, USA
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Gained knowledge in environmental regulatory processes and procedures and compliance, enforcement, and permit programs
  • Gained knowledge in stormwater regulations, erosion prevention/sediment control best management, and practices, and followed the state and federal environmental water quality laws, rules, and regulations
  • Analyzed problems that were given, resolved technical matters, and brought projects to a conclusion
  • Attach permit application files in TEMPO under the proper permit and activity
  • Reviewed and entered backlog reports for 2015- 2016 permit applications into the business data systems
  • Organized and refined permits and locational data for registrations in non-delegated counties

Recycling Coordinator

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, USA
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Coordinated recycling collection schedules to optimize service and efficiency
  • Designed community solid and hazardous waste management programs
  • Handled shipments of recycling materials with shipping brokers and/or processing companies
  • Built relationships within the University community

Research Assistant

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, USA
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Company Overview: (Forestry Department Urban and Community forestry)
  • Prepared educational training for community-based volunteer programs
  • Recorded and managed database while compiling end-of-the-year data summaries and reports
  • Designed and developed learning online workshops, and created and reproduced outreach materials
  • Maintained the Tree Care Advocate website and newsletters
  • (Forestry Department Urban and Community forestry)

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - ADVOCACY AND POLITICAL LEADERSHIP CANDIDATE

Metro State University
St. Paul, MN
01.2026

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS B.S - ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, MANAGEMENT AND POLICY

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN, US
05.2019

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - BIOLOGY

South Suburban College
South Holland, IL
05.2013

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS B.A. - STUDIO IN ARTS

Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN, US

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CERTIFICATION IN NURSING ASSISTANCE -

Dakota County Technical College
Minnesota
01.2020

Skills

  • Environmental Protection
  • Air Emissions
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Project Planning
  • Research Abilities
  • Analytical Skills
  • Risk Management Strategies
  • Team Leadership
  • Communication Skills
  • Profit and Loss
  • Problem Resolution
  • Networking Abilities
  • First Aid

Certification

  • Erosion and Stormwater Management - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
  • Wildland Fire Training
  • Nursing Assistance

Timeline

Grant Reviewer

Environmental Protection Agency
07.2024 - 08.2024

Grant Reviewer

Green Cost Share: Energy Efficiency Program
02.2024 - 08.2024

Environmental Consultant

Minnesota Department of Transportation
08.2023 - 01.2024

Board Member

Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition
04.2023 - Current

Environmental Consultant

City of Minneapolis Sustainability Department
10.2022 - 03.2023

Fellow

Environmental Justice Coordinating Council
09.2020 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Various high risk facilities
02.2020 - 06.2021

Commissioner

Community Environmental Advisory Commission for the City of Minneapolis
01.2020 - Current

Environmental Educator

Minneapolis Public Schools
10.2019 - 02.2020

Environmental Consultant

Minneapolis Northside Green Zones
06.2019 - Current

Student Worker

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
07.2018 - 08.2019

Recycling Coordinator

University of Minnesota
01.2018 - 07.2018

Research Assistant

University of Minnesota
08.2017 - 01.2018

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - ADVOCACY AND POLITICAL LEADERSHIP CANDIDATE

Metro State University

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS B.S - ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, MANAGEMENT AND POLICY

University of Minnesota

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - BIOLOGY

South Suburban College

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS B.A. - STUDIO IN ARTS

Augsburg University

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CERTIFICATION IN NURSING ASSISTANCE -

Dakota County Technical College

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