Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
Affiliations
Leadership and Volunteer Experience
References
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Hayley Allan

Antigonish,Canada

Summary

Dedicated Climate and Environment student with extensive experience in data analysis, community engagement, and environmental research. Proficient in climate modeling, data visualization (Python, Panoply, Power BI), and reporting. Over 15 years of volunteer experience, supporting diverse initiatives such as fostering children, Special Olympics, and guide dog training with CNIB. As President of the Climate and Environment Science Society and a Service Learning Student Leader, skilled in leading projects that connect students with impactful, hands-on learning opportunities. Aiming to leverage technical expertise and leadership abilities to drive progress in environmental science and public engagement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Learning Student Leader

St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, Canada
09.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated student engagement with community partners and faculty, organizing placements for academic service learning (8 hrs/week)
  • Supported Course-Based Service Learning (CBSL) by aligning community projects with curriculum goals, enhancing student learning
  • Guided students in Immersion Service Learning (ISL), promoting cross-cultural understanding and global social justice
  • Advocated for international study programs, offering insights from study abroad in Barbados

Environmental Monitoring Student

Ottawa Public Health
Ottawa, Canada
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Conducted beach water sampling to monitor E. coli levels (35 hrs/week)
  • Entered and analyzed data in public health reports using Excel, Power BI, and ICreate
  • Inspected wading pools and splash pads, preparing reports through Hedgehog software for regulatory compliance

Research Assistant

Flux Lab
Ottawa, Canada
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Supported methane gas monitoring by setting up and maintaining lab equipment and software (10 hrs/week)
  • Collected airborne methane data for use in climate research

Head Lifeguard

Connect Well Community Health
Perth, Canada
06.2018 - 09.2023
  • Enforced aquatic safety protocols and promoted a secure environment (40 hrs/week, seasonal)
  • Launched inclusive programs for swimmers with disabilities, increasing accessibility and participation
  • Led adaptive training sessions for staff, enhancing their ability to support swimmers with mobility challenges

Research Assistant

St. Francis Xavier University/Arctic Net
Antigonish, Canada
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Developed climate model maps using Panoply and Python for Arctic climate projections (5 hrs/week)
  • Created data visualization tools, improving accuracy in climate change impact analysis

Safety & Security Employee

St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, Canada
02.2021 - 10.2022
  • Coordinated event security, reducing incidents through effective protocols and team communication (10 hrs/week)
  • Strengthened relationships with staff, optimizing planning and response for campus events

Student Healthcare Assistant

Lanark Lodge
Perth, Canada
04.2019 - 09.2021
  • Enhanced resident safety with COVID-19 screening and assisted with paperwork, and COVID-19 testing (20 hrs/week, seasonal)
  • Organized events for residents, improving engagement and quality of life during the pandemic

Library Tutor

Perth and District Union Library
Perth, Canada
09.2018 - 08.2021
  • Provided tutoring for students aged 5-14 in math, English, and science, receiving positive feedback from guardians and teachers (10 hrs/week)
  • Designed personalized homework plans, enhancing literacy and academic performance

Education

Bachelor of Arts & Science - Climate & Environment

St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS
12.2025

One Semester Abroad

University of The West Indies
Cave Hill Campus, Barbados

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Leadership
  • Python Programming
  • Panoply for Climate Data Visualization
  • Team Coordination
  • Community Engagement
  • Event Planning
  • Inclusion in Research
  • Effective Organization
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • National Lifeguard Society Certification, 2023
  • Standard First Aid: CPR-C/AED, 2023
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Certification, 2021
  • Smart Serve License, 2021

Awards

  • Bronze Duke of Edinburgh International Award, Demonstrated commitment to community service and personal development, 2020
  • Ken Gray Memorial Award, Recognized for exceptional community and school involvement and leadership in humanitarian activities, 2021

Affiliations

  • Organized and executed a pollinator garden on campus, to promote sustainability and
  • Involved in on-campus societies: Outdoor Recreation Society and Students for Climate Action Society
  • Play on intramural sports teams: Basketball and Volleyball
  • Participate in local volunteer activities twice a month (varies from L'Arche, Garden Clean Up, Retirement Homes, etc)

Leadership and Volunteer Experience

President, Climate and Environment Science Society
St. Francis Xavier University | 09/2024 – Present

  • Organized and led social and academic events connecting Climate and Environment students and professors, fostering networking, hands-on learning, and community engagement

Member, Appeals Committee
St. Francis Xavier University | 09/2023 – Present

  • Facilitated student appeal processes, improving efficiency and fairness
  • Developed process improvements that boosted appellant satisfaction

Volunteer, Seniors for Climate
Antigonish, NS | 09/2023 – Present

  • Supported climate action events, collaborating with seniors to advocate for policy changes through rallies and community engagement

Volunteer, Options Youth (Fostering Children)
Perth, ON | 2009 – Present

  • Assisted in providing a supportive home for foster children, contributing to a stable environment

Volunteer, Special Olympics
Perth, ON | 2010 – Present

  • Actively engaged in organizing events for individuals with disabilities, promoting inclusive community interactions

Volunteer, Canadian National Institute for the Blind
Perth, ON | 2010 – Present

  • Raised and trained guide dogs, supporting individuals with visual impairments in gaining independence

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Service Learning Student Leader

St. Francis Xavier University
09.2024 - Current

Environmental Monitoring Student

Ottawa Public Health
05.2024 - 09.2024

Research Assistant

Flux Lab
05.2024 - 09.2024

Research Assistant

St. Francis Xavier University/Arctic Net
01.2023 - 06.2023

Safety & Security Employee

St. Francis Xavier University
02.2021 - 10.2022

Student Healthcare Assistant

Lanark Lodge
04.2019 - 09.2021

Library Tutor

Perth and District Union Library
09.2018 - 08.2021

Head Lifeguard

Connect Well Community Health
06.2018 - 09.2023
  • National Lifeguard Society Certification, 2023
  • Standard First Aid: CPR-C/AED, 2023
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Certification, 2021
  • Smart Serve License, 2021

Bachelor of Arts & Science - Climate & Environment

St. Francis Xavier University

One Semester Abroad

University of The West Indies
Hayley Allan