Michelle R. SmythCell Phone: (401) 378-2947

Email: michelle.smyth115@gmail.com

CURRENT ADDRESS: PERMANENT ADDRESS:20 Old Route 30 39 Cherry Valley RdWinhall, VT 05340 Chepachet, RI 02814

OBJECTIVESeeking employment within the field of natural resources demonstrating strong research, analytical, and communication skills.

EDUCATIONUniversity of Connecticut, Storrs, CT.Bachelor of Science, 9 May 2015Major: Natural Resources and the EnvironmentConcentration: Fisheries and Wildlife ConservationGPA: 3.55/4.00

RELEVANT COURSES- Study Abroad: African Field Ecology

Three weeks in South Africa 2013 Studying wildlife and conservation techniques- Independent Study on African Elephants Memory and Cognition

Researched African Elephants and analyzed personal observations in South Africa- Criminal Law

Basic knowledge of criminal law system and tactics of retrieving information- Aerospace Studies 3000-4000 level

How to successfully become a 2nd Lieutenant for the United States Air ForceIncluding leadership, problem solving, and training in the techniques applied in escape and evasion tactics

- GeomaticsFamiliarity working with ArcGIS and mapping

- Wildlife ManagementHow to compile and analyze data related to a certain species or area ie; population counts, food habits, habitat distribution in order to achieve a certain goal

-Evolutionary Biology/Environmental ScienceTo research and understand what native plants need to survive in a range of habitatsProduce basic biological analysis of native plant species and how to maintain/remove them properly

SKILLS/CERTIFICATION- CPR and First Aid Certified 2013- Level 2 Tracking Certification South Africa 2013- Microsoft Software: Office, PowerPoint, Access, Excel- Familiar with ArcGIS- Public Speaking experience

MILITARY EXPERIENCETraining Year CompletedAFROTC Field Training 2013

CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS- Recipient of Commander’s Excellence Scholarship (November 2012)- Recipient of AMVETS Department of CT Award (April 2013)- Recipient of Maj. Frank H Ferdian Memorial Scholarship (April 2013)- Det. 115 Drill Team Commander (2013-2014)- Warrior Spirit Award (2012)- Physical Fitness Award (2012)

ACHIEVEMENTS- National Honors Society (2008-2011)- Deans List at Community College of RI (2010-2011)- Deans List at Rhode Island College (Fall 2011)- RI Police Department Scholarship (2011)- Recipient of Commander’s Excellence Scholarship (November 2012)

- American Honor Legion Scholarship (2012)- Warrior Spirit Award and Physical Fitness Award (2012)- Recipient of AMVETS Department of CT Award (April 2013)- Recipient of Maj. Frank H Ferdian Memorial Scholarship (April 2013)- Level 2 Tracking Certified in South Africa (August 2013)- Det. 115 Drill Team Commander (2013-2014)

PERSONAL/OUTSIDE INTERESTS- Environmental studies- Wildlife research- Community Service- Hiking/Outdoor activities

WORK EXPERIENCE-Chepachet Fire StationVolunteer Firefighter January 2009-January 2012

-Cleaned trucks-First Aid/CPR Certification-Training Exercises

East Side EnterprisesCashier/ Gas Station Attendant Summers since 2010

- Responsible for running the cash register and monitoring customer satisfaction- Maintain gas pumps and stock inventory

Air Force Reserve Officer Training CorpsUniform Room Manager Fall 2012-Spring 2014

- Update and regulate uniform inventory- Distribute uniform items to current cadets- Delegate duties to assistant- Maintain organization and cleanliness of room

Drill Team Commander Fall 2013-Spring 2014- Organize and plan practices instructing team members of Drill and Ceremonies regulations- Plan and prepare transportation, hotel booking and registration for Drill Meet in Troy, NY- Responsible for instructing entire wing and making sure basic drill and ceremonies techniques are understood

Teds Bar and RestaurantBartender May 2014-August 2015

- Tend the bar- Serve customers an both food and drinks- Maintain a clean and well stocked bar and restaurant

Yellowstone National ParkFood and Beverage Department August 2015-September 2015

- Maintain professional appearance and demeanor- Keep customer satisfaction at highest possible level- Maintain a clean and professional work environment at all times- Hostess, Server, and Server Assistant training

Johnston Public SchoolsSubstitute teacher October 2015-December 2015

- Substitute for elementary and high schools- Responsible for maintaining classroom structure- Making sure all left work was completed by the students

Stratton MountainLift Operator December 2015-April 2016

- Set up and maintain the lift area to ensure safety of guests- Supervise use of the lifts by the guests- Monitor lift mechanics to ensure that is runs smoothly- Close down the lift at the end of the day