Maura N. Breen has experience in customer service, environmental education, research, and writing. She has a B.S. in Environmental Science from Otterbein University with minors in Journalism and Earth Science. Her experience includes working as a customer service representative at Calloway's Nursery, an internship at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden where she assisted with education programs, and conducting research at the Cleveland Zoo on elephant behaviors. She is certified in CPR/AED and as an environmental specialist by OSHA.
1. Maura N. Breen
2901 Mayfield Road, Apt. 2202
Grand Prairie, TX 75052 maura.breen427@gmail.com C: 440-655-2991
Assertive, motivated and adaptable individual with extensive involvement observing the impact of the environment by
identifying problem areas, recommending solutions and enforcing government regulations & policies.
Calloway’s Nursery – Arlington, TX
Customer Service Representative (October 2014 – present)
■ Assists with preservation of all plant-life while maintaining a clean and organized nursery.
■ Aid customers with determining products and plants needed for home and garden.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden – Fort Worth, TX
Environmental Sustainability Intern (October 2014 – August 2016)
■ Assisted the Ft. Worth Botanic Garden staff with public educational programs.
■ Designed educational materials and curriculum providing interpretive programs for the youth.
■ Updating all social media outlets and marketing aspects in the form of videos, pictures, and website information.
Otterbein University – Westerville, OH
Stereotypical Behaviors of Elephants in Captivity (September 2012 – April 2014)
Compiled data and research regarding this desired topic chosen for Senior Research Graduation Project.
■ Observed African Elephants (Loxodonta Africana) in captivity at the Cleveland Zoo.
■ Identified the enrichment and exhibit design affects elephants stereotypical behaviors positively or negatively.
■ Presented findings to fellow student and professors regarding problem areas and solution recommendations.
Otterbein University – Westerville, OH
Otterbein University Rain Garden (August 2013 – March 2014)
A class service learning project that involved the design and implementation of a newly constructed University Rain
Garden.
■ Assisted in creating a storm water drainage feature that promotes detention and infiltration of storm water runoff.
■ Moderate experience with GIS and Surfer Software used to determine layout and design of Rain Garden features.
■ Participated in designing a site plan overview to present for excavation.
Otterbein University – Westerville, OH
Otterbein360.com Writer (August 2012 – May 2014)
■ Published news and reviews across a wide-variety of influential topics available on the Otterbein360 website.
■ Wrote factually correct, concise and engaging news stories within complex deadlines.
■ Gathered and verified factual information regarding stories through interviews, observation and research.
B.S, Environmental Science
Minors in Journalism and Earth Science
Otterbein University - Westerville, OH (May 2014)
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2. Maura N. Breen
CONTINUED
Association of Environmental Professionals
Young Professionals (October 2016 – October 2017)
American Heart Association / American Stroke Association
CPR/AED Certification (November 2013 – Present)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Environmental Specialist Certification (August 2016 – present)
Understanding of Phase I
reports and the Ohio Voluntary
Action Program (OAC 3745-
300)
Prioritizes assignments/projects
Able to work independently
Critical thinking & problem
resolution
Proficient in MS Office
software
Works efficiently under
pressure
Community minded through
volunteer activities
Contributes collaboratively as
a team member
Effective organizational skills
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