Environmental advocate passionate about educating others about the importance of the natural world

Jody's Resume

JODY HOLMES
7750 Ellis Road, Prince George, B.C. V2N 6E2


OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position that is focused on education.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

2017 Emergency First Aid-Level C
2014 Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate

2012 - Laurier Competency Development Centre
• Completed the French Second Language program - Level 5

2010-2012 - Royal Roads University BSc. Degree in Environmental Management
• Excellent teamwork skills through discussions and assignments
• Great critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Significant knowledge about sustainability and water issues
• Understand the importance of environmental stewardship
• Excellent ability to research, compile, and present information

2011 WHMIS Refresher course
2009 Flat water Canoe Certification - Level Two

2007-2009 - Douglas College Associate Degree in Environmental Science
• Enthusiastic and captivating presentation skills
• Exceptional data collecting and report writing skills
• Studied biology, ecology, and marine biology including invertebrates

1999 - Prince George Secondary School Grade 12 Diploma

RELEVANT SKILLS

• Enjoy educating people, including youth, about environmental issues
• Experience developing a NPO including business planning and financial management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and with others
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Experience teaching people about the environment and sustainability
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and own a reliable vehicle
• Experience preparing and presenting educational material for children and adults
• Experience preparing for, and participating in, community events
 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Genuinely passionate about the protection and preservation of the natural environment
• Ability to learn quickly and be a flexible employee
• Enthusiastic participation in environmental stewardship initiatives
• Reliable worker and an enthusiastic employee
• Great physical condition and very energetic
• Organized and responsible for all work duties assigned

WORK EXPERIENCE

Connaught Youth Centre 2016-2017
Prince George, BC
Youth Program Coordinator
• Develop and implement programs for youth

Camp Trapping 2016
Prince George, BC
Youth Counsellor
• Supervise and interact with young offenders to teach them positive life skills

Elevated Videography – Taking promotional photos and videos to higher levels 2016-2017
Prince George, BC
Owner
• Established a small social enterprise business to generate personal income and raise funds for the Connecting Communities Association

Connecting Communities – Helping to protect humanity and our planet 2016-2017
Prince George, BC
Founder and President
• Created a non-profit organization that is focused on sustainable development
• Developed a Sustainability Education Program to educate youth about sustainability
• Delivering class presentations to educate youth about sustainability
• Writing grant proposals and coordinating projects

Artful Acre 2015
Knowlesville, NB
Carpenter Assistant
• Helped with construction of a wood shed and some work on a straw bale house

Wilderness Stewardship Foundation 2014
Gold Bridge, BC
Program Coordinator
• Educated people about the sustainable use of natural resources
• Delivered presentations to potential partner groups

Willing Workers on Organic Farms (WWOOF) program 2014
Australia
• Learned about permaculture and sustainability while working on organic farms

River Watch 2013
Edmonton, Alberta
Crew Leader
• Was responsible for managing daily operations
• Coordinated trips with clients

The Renaissance Learning Center 2012
Laval, Quebec
Tutor
• Taught elementary school students reading, grammar, and math

Canada College 2011
Montreal, Quebec
Teacher
• Taught English as a second language to adults

Sylvis Environmental Services Inc. 2009-2011
New Westminster, BC
Environmental Technician
• Learned about the sustainable solutions for wastewater treatment residuals
• Completed mine reclamation activities such as seeding and planting
• Collected environmental samples and recorded data
• Data management and report writing
• Supervised field operations

Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society 2009
White Rock, BC
Marine Interpreter
• Led beach walks and educated people about the marine environment
• Worked at community events interacting with and educating the public
• Collected data and formulated reports

Surrey Parks, Recreation and Culture (Co-op work term) 2008
Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP)
Surrey, BC
Habitat Restoration Team Member
• Learned to identify many native and invasive plant species
• Learned effective strategies to restore disturbed habitats
• Participated in some urban forest trail construction and maintenance
• Attended community events to help educate the public
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Mountain-biking, hiking, canoeing, camping

Volunteer Director for the PG Dome Society 2015-2016

Volunteer with the Connaught Youth Centre 2016

Volunteer with Junior Achievement BC 2016-2017

Volunteer with Sierra Club BC 2016-2017

Volunteer Facilitator for the UVIC Chronic Pain Self-Management Program 2016

Volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters – Prince George 2015-2016

Volunteer work at the Greater Vancouver Zoo 2006-2009
• Assisted with some conservation research and outreach
• Assisted with the “Radical Raptors” birds of prey presentations
• Educated the public about the animals in the zoo

Volunteer work at the Mountainview Conservation and Breeding Society 2006-2007