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VANESSA MUNZENHOFER

Loxahatchee Groves,FL

Summary

Marine scientist with 2 years of work experience of aquatic flora and fauna, with a concentration in ecology around the coral reef systems. Dedicated to the maintaining and improving the wellbeing of marine ecosystems .Able to effetely conduct research about aquatic environments. Highly passionate about marine environmental issues and committed to excellence in research and analysis of research work. Very knowledgeable in handling marine species.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aquarium Service Tech

Captain Aquatics
10.2023 - Current
  • Provide maintenance and care for freshwater and saltwater aquarium systems, ensuring optimal water quality.
  • Monitor and adjust water chemistry parameters.
  • Diagnose and treat common aquatic diseases and implement preventative measures.

Server

Tarpon Lodge
10.2021 - 03.2025
  • Providing exemplary fine dining service, with a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences through attentive communication, attention to detail, and efficient problem-solving

Sea Grass Monitoring

Dial Cordy and Associates.
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Quadrat and Transect Methods to evaluate species composition, percent cover, shoot density and shoot height.
  • Collected environmental data including temperature, Salinity, turbidity and nutrient levels.

Restoration Technician

Scubble Bubble
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Conducted coral restoration activities including coral fragment collecting, outplanting, and maintenance of underwater nurseries.
  • Performed benthic surveys to monitor coral health, growth rates, survivorship and bleaching events.
  • Utilized scuba diving skills for fieldwork.

Oyster Monitoring

FGCU
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conducted systematic oyster population assessments, including measuring shell height, density and growth rates to evaluate reef health.
  • Collected water quality data to analyze
  • Performing quadrat and transect surveys.
  • Analyzed collected Data

Divemaster

FGCU, Divemaster
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Responsible for leading dives and managing dive logistics, including time management for tank refills and equipment preparation
  • Provided supervision and guidance to student divers, ensuring their safety and adherence to research protocols while fostering a positive learning environment
  • Actively participated in data collection during dives, including species identification, habitat assessments, and sample collection, contributing valuable insights to ongoing research project

Intern

Scubble Bubbles
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Engaged in diverse activities such as constructing and installing PVC pipe trees, fragging corals, and maintaining coral trees, gaining practical knowledge of coral reef restoration techniques and ecosystem management
  • Conducted reef monitoring surveys and data collection, honing skills in outplanning and data processing crucial for scientific research


Head Lifeguard

YMCA
01.2018 - 08.2020
  • Ensuring safety and promoting a positive environment in high-pressure settings, like in the heat
  • Skilled in leadership, risk assessment, and emergency response, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and team coordination
  • Proficient in managing resources efficiently and maintaining composure in challenging situations

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Scientist

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
05-2024

Skills

    EXPERIENCE: Equipment knowledge, Research skills, Analytical skills, Observation skills, Physical strength, Data analysis, Creative thinker, AAUS Diver, First aid and CPR, Coral restoration techniques

    DIVING: Ability to remain calm and focused during complex dive situations, buoyancy control, successful track record in coral husbandry, advanced open water, Nitrox, CPR, First aid for professional divers , advanced rescue scuba diver, divemaster, reef rescue diver, assistant instructor

Certification

  • Nitrox-NAUI
  • First aid for professional divers- NAUI
  • Reef rescue-NAUI
  • Divemaster- NAUI
  • Assistant instructor- PADI
  • AAUS Scientofic Diver
  • Defensive driver
  • Florida boating

Timeline

Sea Grass Monitoring

Dial Cordy and Associates.
10.2024 - 01.2025

Aquarium Service Tech

Captain Aquatics
10.2023 - Current

Restoration Technician

Scubble Bubble
05.2023 - 08.2024

Oyster Monitoring

FGCU
03.2023 - 05.2024

Divemaster

FGCU, Divemaster
01.2023 - 05.2024

Intern

Scubble Bubbles
05.2022 - 08.2022

Server

Tarpon Lodge
10.2021 - 03.2025

Head Lifeguard

YMCA
01.2018 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Marine Scientist

Florida Gulf Coast University

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