Coastal Program Analyst

• Sep 2021 - Present

Coastal Planner

• Jun 2019 - Sep 2021

As a member of Dudek's coastal planning practice, I provide our clients with the full-range of services needed to obtain a coastal development permit from the California Coastal Commission, including application processing, hearing support, and condition compliance. I also work with local governments, special districts, and regional agencies to develop long-range planning documents, such as Local Coastal Program (LCP) amendments. This work includes a range of activities, including environmental documentation; public outreach; and overall project planning in California’s coastal zone. A key component of my role as a Coastal Planner is helping our clients address climate change. Whether through LCP amendments or regional guidance documents and tools, I use my background in science and policy to help clients understand and adapt to sea level rise.

Coastal Program Analyst

• Jul 2016 - Jul 2018

Advises permit applicants on the planning, technical, and legal aspects of their proposed projects. Determines the conformity of proposed developments and coastal uses with the applicable standards of local, state and federal law and adopted Commission regulations and guidelines. Coordinates with local governments on the development and implementation of Local Coastal Programs (LCPs) and reviews LCP documents to determine if they are consistent with the California Coastal Act. Represents Coastal Commission at local stakeholder and steering committee meetings. Manages coordination between technical experts, evaluates priorities, and maintains multiple timelines to meet deadlines. Responsible for developing and presenting recommendations on complex projects to guide Commissioners of the California Coastal Commission in their formal actions on development permits, appeals, local coastal programs and other coastal planning and management work based on an analysis of architectural plans, California Environmental Quality Act documents, and technical studies.

Planning Technician I

• Jun 2015 - Jun 2016

Led the coordination and analysis for the County’s Coastal Resiliency project. Responsible for managing inter-agency coordination in the gathering of GIS data and assisted the technical consultant with input into sea level rise models. Interpreted mapped information on coastal exposure and County assets to develop content and write a Vulnerability Assessment, which summarized sea level rise hazards and assisted policy-makers as they created adaptation plans, and informed the public about future hazards and climate science in an accessible way. Presented the project results at multiple meetings, including stakeholder workshops with grant agencies, California Coastal Commission staff, and other County departments. Managed timelines and deliverables between County staff, consultants, and grant-funding agencies.Worked independently and as part of a team to support County planners with tasks that included writing, researching, and communicating. Participated in an emerging planning issue of short-term vacation rentals, which included research and assistance in the crafting of a County ordinance to address short-term rentals. Communicated with other jurisdictions and became familiar with their General Plans and zoning ordinances to gather examples for the County. Reviewed past California Coastal Commission staff reports and policies and monitored the current agenda for items that related to vacation rentals. Assisted in gathering public input on the proposed ordinance, helped supervising planners prepare for and present at a public comment workshop, answered the public’s questions on ordinance development, and organized public correspondences for inclusion in Planning Commission staff reports in addition to data received from other jurisdictions.

Women's Team Lead

• Mar 2013 - Sep 2013

Oversaw the Women's Department under the Women's Manager. Expectations included organization and placement of women’s apparel within the store and the monitoring of profit and consumer demand. An emphasis was put on motivation and support of the rest of the U.O. staff and the role of mentor. Promoted to this position from a Sales Associate after 2 months of employment because of excellent demonstration of positive team player attitude and careful attention to detail. Oversaw the Women's Department under the Women's Manager. Expectations included organization and placement of women’s apparel within the store and the monitoring of profit and consumer demand. An emphasis was put on motivation and support of the rest of the U.O. staff and the role of mentor. Promoted to this position from a Sales Associate after 2 months of employment because of excellent demonstration of positive team player attitude and careful attention to detail.

Visual Display Intern

• Feb 2012 - Dec 2012

Internship in the Visual Displays Department. Tasks involved assisting the Display Coordinator in the design and creation of art displays that would enhance the costumer experience and promote products. Efficiency in time and cost were emphasized as well as maintaining a specific design aesthetic. Projects varied from small tags and pieces added to products to the larger furniture pieces and window displays. Internship in the Visual Displays Department. Tasks involved assisting the Display Coordinator in the design and creation of art displays that would enhance the costumer experience and promote products. Efficiency in time and cost were emphasized as well as maintaining a specific design aesthetic. Projects varied from small tags and pieces added to products to the larger furniture pieces and window displays.