Erin Barnes

Experience

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  USDA-ARS

  Aug 2003 - May 2005

  Research Technician

  •Planting and maintaining Barley for genetic research•Breeding Russian Wheat Aphids •Seed cleaning, sorting, weighing and packaging•Greenhouse and laboratory work.

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  Oklahoma State University

  May 2005 - Dec 2006

  Range Research Technician/Teaching Assistant

  •Data collection, plant identification, and vegetation inventories.•In the field I served as task leader of a team.•Data entry and analysis on quantitative data in Microsoft Excel.•Extensive group and individual problem solving. •I participated in planning, ignition, and mop-up on five prescribed fires. •Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Front Page. I had to reconstruct websites and create new ones. •Managing seed and crop identification laboratory •Teaching assistant for Intro to Plant and Soil Systems. Show less

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  Bomford, Couch & Wilson

  May 2008 - Dec 2009

  Life and Health Customer Service Representative

  • New and current client quotes, follow up services• Policy maintenance• Customer service• Continuously updating company and client information• Explaining policy details to customers• Sale individual health insurance

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  Family Dental Associates

  Dec 2009 - May 2014

  Hygienist assistant

  • Taking and developing x-rays• Coronal polishing and removal of plaque• Assist Hygienist and the Doctor with exams and procedures• Assist in front desk duties• Perform weekly and monthly cleaning and equipment maintenance• Perform ZOOM Whitening procedures

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  Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma

  May 2014 - Jan 2017

  Environmental Specialist

  Administer and write grants for the Environmental Department. - In charge of the Tribe's Clean Water Act, Section 106, Tribal Waters grant and projects. - Conduct weekly, monthly, and quarterly water quality tests. - Closely assist with the Tribe's Clean Water Act, Section 319, Non-point Source pollution grant and projects.- Perform related field work as required for all grants and for the Peoria Tribe's Aquatic Facility.- On a regular basis I communicate and work with the Environmental Protection Agency, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, the Grand River Dam Authority, and the Bureau of Reclamation for grants and associated projects.- Attend all professional meetings and trainings that I can. - Maintain a good working relationship with other Tribes.- Maintain accurate records for all tribal grants in which I submit clear and concise written reports. - Travel around Ottawa County for community outreach and educating area youth on environmental and safety issues.- Perform any other duties as required. - I am a Certified Grant Writer through the American Grant Writers Association. Show less

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  The Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma

  Jan 2017 - Nov 2018

  Envrionmental Director

  • Oversee all grants and employees. • Responsible for oversight of environmental issues. I serve as the primary environmental contact person for the Peoria Tribe. • Responsible for writing grants for the environmental programs and special environmental projects, I ensure the grant program guidelines are followed.• Ensure office is running smoothly and that productivity remains high.• Meet with Federal, State, local, and Tribal environmental agencies to coordinate/discuss environmental programs.• Work with the Environmental Protection Agency, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, and Bureau of Reclamation on grants. • Maintain program/project files.• Submitting clear and concise written reports.• Education and outreach• Performing other duties as required. Show less

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  Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma

  Nov 2018 - now

  - Research and identify funding opportunities- Provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements, and procedures to all programs in need.- Grant / Proposal writing- Write proposals, properly format grant applications as identified in the request for proposal (RFP).- Project Design- Administration of grants- Maintaining accurate records- Project planning / Project Management- Assist with all other planning department functions such as meeting with tribal programs to help resolve funding issues, strategic planning, comprehensive planning, and community meetings.- Cultivating Partnerships Show less

  • Director of Natural Resource

    May 2021 - now

  • Planner/Grant Writer

    Nov 2018 - May 2021