Bleu Waters

Bleu Waters

Everglades National Park Intern

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  • About me

    Enterprise Engineering at Facebook

  • Education

    • Florida International University

      2007 - 2012
      Bachelor's Degree, Environmental Science, Class of 2012 Environemental Science

      Activities and Societies: SGA Director of Sustainability, Head of Residential Life Sustainability Committee, President of Panther's Going Green, Ambassador of FIU Students for Environmental Action

    • Austin Community College

      2017 - 2019
      Associate's degree Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance Freshmen

      Working towards foundational growth within a more technological track as I aspire to enter a booming industry of leaders and creatives. Focused areas include cybersecurity, network LAN administration and software testing. Awards:Deans List: Every year attendedMarketable Skills Award - Computer ProgrammingMarketable Skills Award - Computer NetworkingCourses Completed:Fundamentals of Programming with C++Fundamentals of Network TechnologiesFundamentals of… Show more Working towards foundational growth within a more technological track as I aspire to enter a booming industry of leaders and creatives. Focused areas include cybersecurity, network LAN administration and software testing. Awards:Deans List: Every year attendedMarketable Skills Award - Computer ProgrammingMarketable Skills Award - Computer NetworkingCourses Completed:Fundamentals of Programming with C++Fundamentals of Network TechnologiesFundamentals of CybersecurityPC Hardware Technician Technical Writing Show less

  • Experience

    • Greening Youth Foundation

      Nov 2012 - Dec 2013
      Everglades National Park Intern

      • Developed curriculum, study plan and schedule for internship program• Attended various off-site local community events in representation of South Florida National Parks• Trained and mentored summer interns and volunteers for park or programming positions

    • National Park Service

      Dec 2013 - May 2015
      Park Ranger & Wildland Firefighter

      • Researched, designed and delivered curriculum based environmental education programs for K through college student classrooms• Lead sessions in environmental education, staff training and teacher workshops with up to 50 attendees• Served as the community outreach specialist assistant organizing and conducting presentations and attending special events

    • Multiple Locations

      Jun 2014 - Dec 2017
      Lead CrossFit Coach - Contractor

      • Community management and outreach coordination, led and assisted with organization of 5 community events per year• Designed and implemented personalized group exercise programs• Led group classes of up to 25+ participants minimum of 12 times per week

    • Body Modification, INC.

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Group Fitness Trainer

      • Designed and implemented personalized exercise programs• Launched 3-month Squad Training Program that successfully grew from 8 members and finished with a full class of 11 and assisted with launching 21-Day Challenge Program containing 11 members• Successfully trained new group fitness trainer to take over position following my move from the state

    • Clutch Prep

      Dec 2015 - Jan 2016
      Campus Marketing Ambassador

      • Developed strategies in cooperation with marketing team and CFO in efforts to define proper data collection and support of day to day operations• Successfully executed nationwide marketing campaign to build clientale and presence among targeted universities• Expanded new user community numbers from over 10 universities un-targted before adding over 1000 new members

    • City of Austin

      Jun 2016 - Jun 2018

      • Coordinated inter-departmental operations, internal and multi-agency response during emergency situations• Coordinated the opening and closing of the airport based upon airport conditions, safety factors and emergencies• Coordinated investigations with law enforcement entities and Department of Aviation through CCTV and security system management • Assisted launch of Arc GIS park land mapping system• Implemented 4 Park land management and preserve restoration projects per year• Assisted in investigation development, setting up game cams and incident report writing • Designed, implemented and evaluated outdoor interpretive and/or recreational programming with youth, adults and special needs• Scheduled, registered and conducted classes and workshops • Safely facilitated and actively supervised participants at all times while engaging in a variety of activities

      • Communications Specialist

        Mar 2018 - Jun 2018
      • Park Ranger

        Jan 2017 - Mar 2018
      • Professional Instructor

        Jun 2016 - Jan 2017
    • Housing Authority of the City of Austin

      Jun 2018 - Jul 2018
      Project Lead Tech Intern

      • Coordinated and developed scheduling of over 17 interns• Led deployment projects inventorying over 400 computers, reimaging computers using Linux and Clonezilla and scheduling device deployments • Reviewed & critiqued instructor manual

    • Breed & Co., Inc.

      Jul 2018 - Dec 2018
      IT & System Administrator Apprenticeship

      • Maintain hardware and software in all 5 store locations (Point-of Sale machines, VOIP, email, business applications, and Window’s Server)• Monitor and troubleshoot LAN, WAN and Windows Server• Jump started new ticketing system and primarily oversees technical support requests

    • Undisclosed Company - SMEs

      Dec 2018 - Nov 2019
      IT Operations Lead

      • Manage teleconference technologies & connections using Apple Airplay, Microsoft Connect and VOIP• Create & configure Remote Desktop connections on Windows & MacOS for connection to EHR databases• Monitor and configure security system and software on all business machines

    • Facebook

      Nov 2019 - now
      Enterprise Tech Support
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      Star Award Department of Interior 2014 STAR (Special Thanks for Achieving Results) rewarded by supervisor and approved by director for going above and beyond regular job duties while achieving exceptional performance in the field and maintaining continuous positive response from park visitors.
    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      Dean's List Florida International University May 2012
    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      Outstanding Academic Achievement FIU Housing & Residential Life Jan 2012 The Office of Residential Life recognizes Bleu Waters for achieving a 3.5 or greater Grade Point Average during the Fall 2011 semester. This significant accomplishment demonstrates a commitment to her academics and her ability to balance her responsibilities as a Resident Assistant.
    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      Excellence in Civic Engagement Medallion of Distinction Florida International University 2012 200 hours of community service documented on Co-Corricular Record, minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      Outstanding Community Development FIU Housing & Residential Life - Towers Hall 2011 Awarded to the RA with the strongest community floor in the building.
    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      FIU Sustainability Grant Recipient Florida International University - Office of Sustainability Nov 2010
    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      FIU Academic Grant Recipient Florida International University Aug 2007
    • Awarded to Bleu Waters
      Horatio Alger Scholarship - Aug 2007 Awarded to those with personal intiative and perseverance, leadership and commitment to excellence, belief in the free-enterprise system and the importance of higher education, community service, and the vision and determination to achieve a better future.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Summer Intern

      Issued by Greenpeace on Jun 2009
      GreenpeaceAssociated with Bleu Waters
    • Zookeeper Assistant

      Issued by Miami Metro Zoo on Jan 2012
      Miami Metro ZooAssociated with Bleu Waters
    • Pet adoptions and care

      Issued by Miami Dade Animal Services on Jan 2007
      Miami Dade Animal ServicesAssociated with Bleu Waters
    • Reading Tutor

      Issued by Communities In Schools of Central Texas on Jan 2017
      Communities In Schools of Central TexasAssociated with Bleu Waters