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River Barnett

River Barnett

Sarasota,FL

Summary

Professional with a strong background in aquatic safety and emergency response, prepared for this role. Proven ability to ensure patron safety, handle high-pressure situations, and perform rescues effectively. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving safety goals, with adaptability to changing conditions. Skilled in CPR, first aid, and water rescue techniques, complemented by reliable and calm demeanor.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Lifeguard

New College of Florida
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Maintained a safe and enjoyable environment with vigilant attention to weather conditions, tide changes, and group dynamics.
  • Conducted routine water tests to maintain proper chemical balance, ensuring optimal swimming conditions for patrons.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.

Student Event Assistant

New College of Florida
03.2023 - Current
  • Managed event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely completion of tasks for seamless transitions.
  • Anticipated event requirements and handled numerous concerns in advance for smooth day-of execution.
  • Reduced technical issues during events by performing thorough pre-event equipment inspections and maintenance.

Marine Lab Assistant

Pritzker Marine Lab
09.2022 - Current
  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
  • Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
  • Assisted with daily animal diet preparations and water quality testing.
  • Participated in field collection and transport of specimens for exhibits.

Aquatics Coordinator

Camp Wai Lani
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, certifications, and incident reports.
  • Enhanced swimmer safety by implementing effective emergency response procedures and staff training.
  • Led wildlife observation excursions resulting in memorable encounters with marine mammals, birds, and other aquatic species.
  • Maintained a safe and enjoyable environment with vigilant attention to weather conditions, tide changes, and group dynamics.

Fish Biology Lab TA

New College of Florida
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Managed inventory of lab supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for planned activities and reducing downtime.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marine Biology

New College of Florida
Sarasota, FL
05.2026

Skills

  • PADI Divemaster
  • Primary & Secondary Care CPR Certified
  • Boater's License
  • Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard
  • Microscope Comprehension
  • Image J
  • PASCO
  • GIS
  • Microsoft System
  • Google System
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Spanish

Clubs

  • Bull Sharks Dive Club, Dive Master, 2022, Present
  • Swim Club, 2022, Present
  • Climbing Club, 2023, Present

Research

  • Shark Tagging, Participated in Dr. Jayne Gardiner's research using long lines and gill nets, helped capture sharks, giving them pit tags and transmitters.
  • Receiver Data, Used a hookah rig to retrieve receivers every six months for data download and battery change.
  • Syngnathid Research, Collected syngnathid samples in Sarasota Bay, analyzed samples using a microscope and image J, and used bycatch data to determine biodiversity.

Timeline

Aquatics Coordinator

Camp Wai Lani
05.2024 - 08.2024

Fish Biology Lab TA

New College of Florida
01.2024 - 05.2024

Lifeguard

New College of Florida
08.2023 - Current

Student Event Assistant

New College of Florida
03.2023 - Current

Marine Lab Assistant

Pritzker Marine Lab
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Marine Biology

New College of Florida

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