joseph cava

* Provided a welcoming and educational experience for guests on the life and work of Justin Smith Morrill interpreted by the different rooms and outbuildings on the Morrill Homestead. * Interacted with various groups on the property including members of the Friends of the Morrill Homestead and landscapers. * Conducted light cleaning around the property to help conserve the buildings on the Morrill Homestead. * Assisted with special projects including work relating to Justin Morrill’s library in the main house.

* Research scientific samples for study * Completed procedures to prepare classroom for student laboratory work including the set-up, breakdown, cleaning and storing of lab equipment * Assisted department faculty with special projects including the movement and storage of office furniture

Delegations of tasks and abilities, analytical skills, operation of electronic data processing equipment, sweeping/mopping, dish washing

* Communicated goals and expectations with the first year graduate students * Practiced and attained excellent written communication skills: 42 WPM with 95% accuracy

Analyzed the collections held, discrepancies comparison, pulling and scanning materials, generating reports. Valuable knowledge in library practices, software, consumer assistance, and proficiency in the Dewey Decimal System.

* Assisted core faculty with student evaluations, working one on one with students who were struggling or needed more guidance * Evaluated student research, making recommendations for improvement

* Collaborated with the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) and the Project Review Team of archaeologists and architectural historians to facilitate project submittals of work that effected historic integrity/significance and archaeologically sensitive sites * Became knowledgeable on how projects are related to federal agency review through Section 106, state agency review through 22 VSA Chapter 14, and Vermont’s land use and development law Act 250 * Completed administrative tasks on background research and review of archival materials including organizing, culling, and digitally scanning and storing of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) files * Participated in site visits that assessed existing conditions with a follow-up analysis of determinations of eligibility and effect for the preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic resources * Conducted research of other SHPO offices on established procedures for delisting resources from State Registers

* Established effective working relationships with staff, students, alumni and community members representing the University * Assisted staff with administrative procedures, financial overview, lifecycle engagement and developed a proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

* Established effective working relationships with staff, faculty and students * Contributed towards daily operations including operation of electric data processing equipment, food preparation and setup and break down of catering events * Practiced and implemented food service industry guidelines for food health and safety

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