Michelle Hatfield

mhatfield098@gmail.com 9087050805 Hunterdon, NJ mnhatfield.weebly.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Program Support Specialist Jul 2023 – present
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Trenton, NJ
Supervise members of the NJ Watershed Ambassadors Program
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Develop training sessions and events

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Serve as a knowledgeable resource for inquiries

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Ensure adherence to program requirements

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Manage social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram

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NJ Watershed Ambassador Sep 2022 – Jul 2023

AmeriCorps, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Trenton, NJ
Performed 35 stream assessments and 3 citizen science assessments
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Presented 70+ tailored talks for audiences spanning K-adult

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Coordinated 2 clean-ups, 2 stream assessment trainings, 1 tree planting, 1 dog waste

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station installation, and 1 invasive species management workshop

GIS Technician Aug 2020 – Aug 2022
Mott MacDonald Iselin, NJ
Coordinated and managed 3 project regions, specializing in gas mains/services
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Produced map books utilizing GE Smallworld with data from historical records
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Conducted training sessions and performed quality control for new hires
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Summer Intern Jun 2020 – Aug 2020

Steward Green Bridgewater, NJ
Assisted in small-scale habitat restoration projects, contributed to social media
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initiatives, and conducted photography tasks

Observed applications of pesticide/herbicide and lawn tools
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Red Maple Soil Research Intern Jan 2020 – Mar 2020

Stockton University Galloway, NJ
Developed unique soil sampling techniques
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Conducted soil assessments in campus laboratory

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Mentored fellow interns in sampling protocols

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Sales Cashier Jun 2019 – Aug 2019

Burlington Stores, Inc. Flemington, NJ
Provided attentive customer service by addressing inquiries and welcoming patrons
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Efficiently managed transactions including purchases, refunds, and exchanges

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Summer Sustainability Intern May 2018 – Aug 2019

Raritan Valley Community College Branchburg, NJ
Completed two internship terms (Summer 2018, Summer 2019)
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Authored two project proposals aimed at enhancing campus sustainability

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Oversaw the replacement of invasive flora within a deer exclosure

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Performed stream and soil assessments to assess effectiveness of exclosure

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Researched and evaluated storm drain covers for potential implementation on campus
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Geology Minor Aug 2020
Stockton University Galloway, NJ
Deans List: Spring 2020
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Geology Club
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Associate of Science in Environmental Science May 2018

Raritan Valley Community College Branchburg, NJ
Deans List: Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017
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Rotaract Club (Secretary), Environmental Club

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Phi Theta Kappa Member

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President's Volunteer Service Award (Bronze)

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1st place at Research Symposium

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SKILLS
Field (visual/habitat) and macroinvertebrate sampling (Tier 3.1 and 3.3) techniques
Experience with Google Earth, Google MyMaps, NJ Geoweb, ArcMap, QGIS, and GE mapping for data visualization
Familiarity with concepts related to environmental, water quality, and land use planning
Creation of educational fact sheets and reports
Strong presentation skills
Website creation (Weebly)
Familiarity with grant writing
Familiarity with R
Able to work collaboratively and independently
Experience recruiting and supervising volunteers
Proficiency with Office, Google Suite, and Zoom

PROJECTS
Tree Replanting at Round Valley Recreation Area Mar 2023
Watershed Ambassador
Coordinated the relocation of 100 pitch pine seedlings from submerged areas along the
reservoir coast to an outdoor classroom in collaboration with Round Valley Recreation
Area. Supervised a team of 35 volunteers, facilitated logistics, and provided necessary
tools and refreshments.
Biological Assessment Lesson Nov 2022
Watershed Ambassador
Conducted 45-minute lessons on biological stream assessments and macroinvertebrate
sorting techniques for eight classes at Somerville High School. Led students in
conducting a hands-on biological assessment of the Raritan River at Duke Island Park.
Deer Exclosure Project 2018 – 2019
Summer Sustainability Intern
Managed a campus deer exclosure to improve the health of a tributary of the North
Branch Raritan River. Identified and eradicated invasive species via iNaturalist app and
contracted mowing services. Orchestrated planting of native flora and trees with a
managed budget. Conducted analysis of water and soil samples.

VOLUNTEER
The Watershed Institute May 2021 – present
StreamWatch Biological Action Team, Welcome Desk Attendant, Event Volunteer
Friends of the NJSOC May 2021 – present
Campus Map Creator
Musconetcong Watershed Association Mar 2022 – Jun 2022
Event Photographer
NJ Watershed Watch Dec 2021 – Apr 2022
Winter Salt Watch Volunteer
Harvest Family Success Center Sep 2015 – Jun 2016
Homework Tutor
PROFILE
Highly motivated recent graduate in environmental science. Dedicated to delivering top-quality work through creative
problem solving and innovative solutions. Capable of maintaining databases and developing project materials.