Master's Degree - Global Sustainability - Water
University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida
Tyler Quinzi
Clearwater,Florida
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Summary
Driven Sustainability Specialist dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of organizations and institutions of all sizes. Possesses extensive environmental consulting experience, as well as comprehensive knowledge of water-resources management.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Science and Policy
University of South Florida
Tampa, FloridaOverview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Education Consultant
Hankook Life Science Institute
Seoul, South Korea
11.2018 - 01.2024
- Participated in committees and advisory boards to contribute to development of policies and initiatives for education.
- Adapted teaching methods and techniques to improve learning experience.
- Sourced and screened high-quality candidates to plug recruitment gaps.
- Educated students and staff on the proper use of laboratory equipment.
- Managed the writing, editing and design of over 10 science and programming textbooks.
- Encouraged adoption of new technologies to enhance teaching and learning possibilities.
Environmental Researcher
International Rivers
Beijing, China
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Developed the only searchable database of globally managed, built or operated Chinese water infrastructure projects to track environmental impact.
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Devised and executed investigations into land usage to strengthen knowledge base and conservation plans.
- Prepared summaries and charts by testing and gathering samples and summarizing findings.
Lead Environmental Scientist
Stepp's Environmental Response
Tampa, Florida
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Monitored sites to track progress with plans and assess user conformance with specifications.
- Devised comprehensive plans to resolve hazardous and non-hazardous spill events by coordinating with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports and presentations to the FDEP based on findings.
- Completed permit applications and maintained environmental permits in line with state and federal laws.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies, maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Prepared summaries and charts by testing and gathering samples and summarizing findings.
Environmental Scientist
Chinsegut Conservation Center
Brooksville, Florida
01.2012 - 08.2015
- Collected water samples from semi-processed, processed and raw water.
- Consulted with land users about current problems, proposed plans and optimal conservation strategies.
- Planned and implemented conservation projects by investigating sites, providing documentation, designing detailed plans and preparing reports.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Patrolled nature conservation areas to verify adherence to conservation policies.
- Helped to design and implement preservation and conservation programs.
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
- Data Management
- Data Processing
- Environmental Compliance
- Environmental Consulting
- Microsoft Excel
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Python
- Sustainability
- Time Management
- Water Resources Management
- Regulatory compliance
- Environmental inspections
- Field data collection
- Excel proficiency
- Water sampling
- Contaminated site cleanup
- Research expertise
- Environmental remediation
- Environmental assessment
- Technical documentation
- Leadership
Personal Information
Title: Researcher – Environmental Scientist
Custom
- Science Scouts Program Coding and Electronics, Hankook Life Science Institute, 11/2022
- Science Scouts Program III Advanced Science Course, Hankook Life Science Institute, 12/2021
- Science Scouts Program II General Science Course, Hankook Life Science Institute, 11/2020
- Science Scouts Program I General Science Course, Hankook Life Science Institute, 12/2019
- The Most Endangered Turtle in the World, International Rivers, 09/2017
Languages
Korean
Advanced
Accomplishments
Employee of the Year: Hankook Life Science Institute - 2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Science Education Consultant
Hankook Life Science Institute
11.2018 - 01.2024
Environmental Researcher
International Rivers
05.2017 - 10.2017
Lead Environmental Scientist
Stepp's Environmental Response
08.2015 - 05.2017
Environmental Scientist
Chinsegut Conservation Center
01.2012 - 08.2015
Master's Degree - Global Sustainability - Water
University of South Florida
Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Science and Policy
University of South Florida
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