Levi Matza

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location of Levi MatzaPortland, Maine Metropolitan Area
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  • Timeline

    Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

    Research Student

    Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
    Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

    Research Student

    Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
    Aug 2016 - Jan 2017

    Policy Specialist

    Binghamton University Blueprint Committee
    Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

    Sustainability Liaison

    Binghamton University Food Sustainability Group
    Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

    Intern

    Rockland Conservation and Service Corps
    May 2018 - Sept 2019

    Assistant to Village Manager

    Village of Hastings-on-Hudson
    Sept 2019 - May 2020

    Substitute Teacher

    Suffern Central School District
    May 2020 - Sept 2020

    MPA Graduate

    Binghamton University
    Sept 2020 - Jan 2021

    Ecological Restoration Crew Member

    Walker Basin Co
    Jan 2021 - May 2021

    Aquatic Specialist

    SOLitude Lake Management
    May 2021 - Aug 2021

    Crew Lead

    Northwest Youth Corps
    May 2022 - Nov 2022

    Crew Lead

    Western Colorado Conservation Corps
    Nov 2022 - Sept 2023

    Northern Operations Coordinator

    The Great Basin Institute
    Current Company
    Nov 2023 - now

    Craftsman

    Mazaresse Construction
  • About me

    Program Manager/Coordinator | Master's in Public Administration | Excel, ArcGIS, Google Workspace | 2+ years of management experience, overseeing at most 30-40 employees

  • Education

    • Suffern high school

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      Activities and Societies: Suffern Youth For Hospice, Spanish Honor Society, History Honor Society, National Honor Society,

    • Binghamton university

      2015 - 2018
      Bachelor of arts (b.a.) environmental science 3.8 gpa

      Activities and Societies: Binghamton Blueprint, Roosevelt Institute, Binghamton University Food Sustainability, Intellectual Decisions for Environmental Awareness Solutions

    • Binghamton university

      2018 - 2020
      Master's degree public administration 3.9 gpa
  • Experience

    • Lamont-doherty earth observatory

      Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
      Research student

      • Performed research for the Environmental Protection Agency in a team environment • Tested the effect of man-made structures on marine organisms in the Hudson River

    • Lamont-doherty earth observatory

      Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
      Research student

      • Analyzed sediment core samples in the second largest core repository in the country • Assisted Columbia University Dean of All Sciences, Peter de Monocal, in research on climate/weather patterns• Extensive organization and inventorying of core samples with Microsoft Excel

    • Binghamton university blueprint committee

      Aug 2016 - Jan 2017
      Policy specialist

      • Participated in Collegiate Policy Think Tanks committed towards improving the Binghamton area • Investigated flood mitigation policy, green infrastructure, and increased standards for floodplain development• Published a policy on implementing rain gardens/green spaces in greyfields to improve community resiliency, improve property values, incentivize investment, and improve aesthetic value

    • Binghamton university food sustainability group

      Aug 2016 - Dec 2016
      Sustainability liaison

      • Coordinated with Sodexo and Binghamton Food Co-op to organize food sustainability events • Created initiatives to reduce food/energy waste from dining services while saving money • Performed data analysis on campus resource consumption

    • Rockland conservation and service corps

      Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
      Intern

      • Created environmental projects with the West Haverstraw Department of Public Works • Lead an initiative for a Minisceongo Creek Alliance to address issues such as water quality, flooding mitigation, and coordination with other Watershed alliances• Collected energy expenditures for municipal buildings in West Haverstraw to qualify the village for energy efficiency grants• Organized two environmental education days with 175 children through the Village of West Haverstraw Day Camp• Gathered data on stormwater outfall pipes, maintained stormwater systems, educated the public on stormwater management and water quality Show less

    • Village of hastings-on-hudson

      May 2018 - Sept 2019
      Assistant to village manager

      -Managed Hastings’ participation in the Department of Environmental Conservation’s “Climate Smart Community” Program to allow the Village to more easily qualify for environment grants-Extensive data management, strategic planning, and collaboration with Mayor and Trustees to track program success, earning the Village a “bronze” level certification-Mapped Hasting’s entire stormwater system for future pollution-prevention measures and grant opportunities-Collaborated with nearby municipalities to begin efforts towards a standardized leaf-blower enforcement law to reduce noise/carbon emission Show less

    • Suffern central school district

      Sept 2019 - May 2020
      Substitute teacher

      -Educated and managed diverse classrooms at the elementary and high school level -Mitigated sources of conflict between students to maintain a healthy learning environment-Created incentives and punitive measures to ensure student focus and productivity

    • Binghamton university

      May 2020 - Sept 2020
      Mpa graduate
    • Walker basin co

      Sept 2020 - Jan 2021
      Ecological restoration crew member

      -Completed numerous ecological restoration projects in the Walker Basin region to improve ecological diversity and resiliency -Oversaw planning of plant networks to reintroduce native species in sensitive desert ecosystems-Utilized skid steers, augers, water buffalos, trucks, and hand tools to ensure successful planting efforts-Operated pesticide applicators, loppers, hand saws and chainsaws to remove invasive tamarisk and improve water availability-Collaborated with team members to establish and maintain irrigation systems for efficient plant care Show less

    • Solitude lake management

      Jan 2021 - May 2021
      Aquatic specialist

      • Worked for the largest manager of waterbodies in the greater California area • Collaborated with clients to find practical, cost-effective solutions to improve water quality• Maintained lakes, lagoons, and ponds with diverse approaches to preserve ecosystem health and prevent harmful algal blooms

    • Northwest youth corps

      May 2021 - Aug 2021
      Crew lead

      -Led a diverse crew of college students performing trail work and leadership development efforts -Oversaw all aspects of day to day operations from food/equipment budget to paperwork and workflow-Educated crew members on environmental themes and technical skills for personal growth and development-Mitigated sources of conflict, addressed the concerns of members to establish cohesive team communication-Guided with an inspiring attitude despite intense work environments to promote positivity and ensure program success Show less

    • Western colorado conservation corps

      May 2022 - Nov 2022
      Crew lead

      ● Led a backcountry trail crew in remote/intense environments across Colorado● Monitored, managed, and promoted the crew’s physical and emotional safety on and off the project site● Trained and motivated a crew of youth/young adults to efficiently complete conservation projects● Completed professional documentation of timesheets, daily reports, project recording with Avenza Maps, member evals● Coordinated logistics with project partners, field coordinators, program directors, and office staff Show less

    • The great basin institute

      Nov 2022 - Sept 2023
      Northern operations coordinator

      ●Directly managed 30-40 employees performing hands-on conservation projects throughout the Western U.S. region● Coordinated with federal agencies, state organizations, nongovernmental organizations, and Native American Tribes to implement/oversee multi-million dollar conservation projects from start to finish ● Extensive data management to track billing/payroll processes, project scheduling, and organizational performance measures● Collaborated with the Program Manager to streamline communications, increase organizational efficiency, create SOPs, improve employee retention rates, and prioritize systemic change in an underfunded and understaffed nonprofit environment ● Interviewed/recruited new employees and oversaw their training, development, safety, mental health, and work performance Show less

    • Mazaresse construction

      Nov 2023 - now
      Craftsman

      ***Upon moving to Maine I had the opportunity to work with a general contractor performing a wide range of construction operations including demolition/drywall, framing, siding, flooring, trim/finish work, etc. This was a conscious effort to learn essential home repair skills prior to continuing to build my career and purchase a home***

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Ap scholar with distinction

      Suffern central school district
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Tutor and Music Teacher

      Issued by Salvation Army on Sept 2012
      Salvation ArmyAssociated with Levi Matza
    • Piano Player

      Issued by Ramapo Manor Nursing Ctr on Sept 2008
      Ramapo Manor Nursing CtrAssociated with Levi Matza
    • Tutor

      Issued by Grade Success Inc on Oct 2013
      Grade Success IncAssociated with Levi Matza