Riley Michelle Ryburn
Lake Village,AR
Summary
Highly motivated individual with experience in environmental education, managing federal and non-federal grants, and conservation management. Passion for sharing environmental stewardship through verbal and written communication. Excellent leadership and organization skills to exceed project expectations. Seeking employment with an organization where I can utilize my skills and knowledge to further conservation action.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
AmeriCorps Program Director
MS Delta Nature and Learning Center
Greenville, MS
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Successfully developed and managed the program
- Managed and mentored a team of 19 employees on environmental stewardship
- Successfully coordinated and oversaw multiple community engagement activities
- Implemented forest restoration strategies to enhance biodiversity and ecosystem resilience
- Managed and oversaw the development of a one-mile-long nature trail that meets ADA accessibility standards
- Managed grant objectives, progress reports, and budget effectively
Project Manager
Delta F.A.R.M/Delta Wildlife
Leland, MS
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Provide technical and financial assistance to farmers and landowner through federal and non-federal grants
- Managed grant requirements, progress reports, and budget
- Advocating for public and private conservation incentives for working lands
- Facilitating agricultural and environmental research that supports sustainable farming practices and address natural resource concerns
- Authored multiple publications focusing on environmental issues
Water Quality Analysis Team Lead
The Missouri Stream Team
Cape Girardeau, MO
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Led and coordinated training for over 30 members to obtain their MO Water Quality Testing Certification
- Community Service Events
- 2021 Missouri Stream Team Ambassador Award
- Level 1 VWQM Certification
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Conservation Biology
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05.2022
Skills
- Grant Management
- ArcGIS Desktop
- Land Surveyor
- Data Collection and Reporting
- Google Drive and Microsoft Office
- Hand and Power Tools Experience
- Stump Grinder Experience
- Carpentry Experience
- Chainsaw Experience
- Environmental Quality Management
- Community Engagement and Development Planning
- Teamwork and Leadership Skills
- MS and MO Water Quality Testing Certification
- OSHA Skid Steer Certificate #00033861834
- 319 BMPS
Timeline
AmeriCorps Program Director
MS Delta Nature and Learning Center
08.2023 - 09.2024
Project Manager
Delta F.A.R.M/Delta Wildlife
07.2022 - 08.2023
Water Quality Analysis Team Lead
The Missouri Stream Team
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Conservation Biology
Southeast Missouri State University
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