MAYA GARRETT
Woodland
Summary
Accomplished professional with a strong background in grant management and community outreach. Led initiatives to enhance community resources through effective grant implementation and technical assistance. Experienced in developing funding proposals, managing project budgets, and facilitating stakeholder engagement for successful program outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Ecological Program Analyst
Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
07.2022 - Current
- Serve as Grant Manager for Community Enhancement Grants and oversee grant implementation activities.
- Provide technical assistance to applicants and grantees supporting proposal development and project execution.
- Prepare board reports, funding recommendations, and presentations for Board consideration.
- Develop grant agreements, amendments, grant guidelines, and solicitation packages.
- Track project expenditures, allocations, and cash flow requirements.
- Review invoices and assist grantees with payment requests.
- Conduct community outreach and field work for the Clean Vessel Act Program at marinas and boating events.
- Develop guidance related to cost-share tracking, invoicing, and reporting.
- Assist with development and beta testing of the California Natural Resources Agency-wide grant tracking database (RAPTR).
Program Analyst
State Water Resources Control Board
02.2015 - 07.2022
- Developed division reports including Intended Use Plans and Annual Reports submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Conducted fiscal analysis and cash flow forecasting for the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds.
- Managed and analyzed project data within the Loans and Grants Tracking System (LGTS).
- Assisted in developing Federal Capitalization Grant Applications and monitored compliance requirements.
- Drafted and executed grant agreements, contracts, and accounting documentation.
- Tracked loan repayments and analyzed administrative funding needs.
- Assisted in statewide outreach and marketing efforts through funding fairs and stakeholder engagement events.
- Served as administrator for the Division’s internal Wiki-based procedures manual.
Event Manager
Capay Valley Vision
07.2014 - 11.2018
- Managed all event logistics including budgeting, catering, venue preparation, guest coordination, and financial reconciliation.
- Developed sponsorship materials and secured sponsorship support.
- Created marketing collateral and tracked event attendance and donations.
- Organized event staffing, registration, and point-of-sale operations.
Executive Director
West Sonoma Coast Vintners
11.2013 - 03.2015
- Directed operations for regional and traveling wine festivals and industry events in California and Chicago.
- Managed member communications, outreach, sponsorships, and organizational partnerships.
- Coordinated board meetings, agendas, minutes, and supporting materials.
- Oversaw consultants including legal, accounting, public relations, and graphic design professionals.
- Managed marketing initiatives, event collateral, social media coordination, and organizational databases.
- Assisted in annual budget development and grant administration.
- Represented the organization at trade and industry events.
Program Director
Capay Valley Vision
07.2011 - 11.2013
- Directed community outreach initiatives and stakeholder engagement efforts.
- Managed the Capay Valley Grown Association, including membership development and regional marketing.
- Led planning and execution of the annual Taste of Capay fundraising event.
- Coordinated coalition building, policy discussions, and public presentations related to local agricultural and land use issues.
- Partnered with UC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program to develop an Agricultural Tourism Map.
- Represented the organization with the Yolo County Visitors Bureau and Ag Futures Alliance.
Program Assistant
Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation
07.2008 - 07.2011
- Managed special projects including USDA contracts, county permitting applications, and events.
- Assisted in marketing and brand development for Seka Hills wine and olive oil products.
- Managed department operations including budgeting, scheduling, travel coordination, and database administration.
- Drafted correspondence, policies, procedures, agendas, and meeting materials.
- Supported hiring processes and staff onboarding activities.
Assistant Deputy Supervisor
Yolo County Board of Supervisors
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Served as public representative for Supervisor Duane Chamberlain.
- Conducted policy analysis and drafted correspondence and press releases.
- Attended community and county meetings to gather and disseminate information.
- Assisted constituents with county-related concerns and issue resolution.
- Managed scheduling, office operations, and calendar coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California
Davis01-2006
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Adobe Creative Suite
- InDesign
- Canva
- Grant management
- Policy writing
- Fiscal analysis
- Data analysis
- Project tracking
- Community outreach
- Stakeholder engagement
- Event planning
Volunteer Leadership
- President, Spring Lake Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
- Campaign Treasurer, Gary Sandy for Yolo County Supervisor 2022
- Planning Committee Member, Día de los Niños
Timeline
Ecological Program Analyst
Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
07.2022 - Current
Program Analyst
State Water Resources Control Board
02.2015 - 07.2022
Event Manager
Capay Valley Vision
07.2014 - 11.2018
Executive Director
West Sonoma Coast Vintners
11.2013 - 03.2015
Program Director
Capay Valley Vision
07.2011 - 11.2013
Program Assistant
Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation
07.2008 - 07.2011
Assistant Deputy Supervisor
Yolo County Board of Supervisors
08.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California