Jessica Witjes
Guelph
Summary
Dynamic environmental professional with a passion for sustainability, leveraging 3 summers of experience at the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario. Proven ability in conducting environmental assessments and collaborating with diverse teams. Proficient in GIS software and skilled in effective communication, ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing project outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Environmental Planner
Ministry of Transportation of Ontario
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Screened provincial infrastructure projects under the Ministry of Transportation’s Environmental Class EA, conducting pre-construction environmental assessments and recommending mitigation measures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Participated in consulting the general public through PIC’s (public information centers).
- Participated in field visits to gather necessary information for environmental screening such as grey rat snake nesting sites, Black ash tree sites and turtle mitigation fencing sites.
- Collaborated with project teams by assisting in the review of assessment reports (fisheries, heritage, archaeology, species at risk, and waste management) to support regulatory compliance and project development.
Assistant Programs Analyst
Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported the OSCIA Program Delivery Department by preparing and processing project applications and claims using a digital data management system, including data entry, completeness reviews, and digitization of reports and surveys.
- Provided support to program participants in completing application and claim packages, ensuring accuracy and adherence to program requirements.
- Attended and actively contributed to weekly meetings, providing insights and recommendations to enhance program effectiveness.
Education
Environmental Science
University of Guelph
Guelph04-2027
St John Ambulance
Kingston, ON04-2023
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School
06-2022
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, organization and initiative demonstrated through 7 years of work experience and one on one consulting with general public
- Vast knowledge on obtaining lab and field results and creating reports consisting of formulas and analyzed results
- Experience using safe lab and field practices and following standard operating procedures
- Extensive use of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with several Geographic Information Systems Software (QGIS, ArcGIS)
- Communication skills: lab notebook, articles, presentation, lab reports
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
- WHIMS certification completed for university chemistry labs (2023)
- Passion for the Environment and working in all weather conditions
Timeline
Assistant Environmental Planner
Ministry of Transportation of Ontario
04.2025 - 08.2025
Assistant Programs Analyst
Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association
09.2024 - 12.2024
Environmental Science
University of Guelph
St John Ambulance
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School