Darbi R. Berry
14212 Cyber Place  Tampa, FL 33613  321-271-1753  darbi.berry@yahoo.com 
Education:
University of South Florida, Tampa FL
BS in Environmental Science and Policy
May 2015
Relevant Coursework:
Biology 1&2, Chemistry 1&2, Environmental Science, Wetland Environments, Geographic
Information Systems, Environmental Law, Karst Environments, Sustainable Environments, City
Planning and Community Development, Ecosystems of Florida, and Global Conservation.
Professional Experience:
Veterinary and Aquaculture Assistant
Fall 2014
5D Tropical Inc., 6507 Bob Head Road, Plant City, FL 33565
 Assisted staff veterinarian with daily feedings and applied antibiotic and anti-parasitic
treatments to fish.
 Collected water samples from 25 closed recirculating systems and performed routine
water quality tests (tests include determining the temperature, pH, total ammonia, nitrite,
hardness and alkalinity utilizing a HACH freshwater aquaculture test kit).
 Assisted with collecting samples of sick fish and performed microscopic examinations
for evidence of parasites or bacterial infections.
Environmental Field Assistant
Spring 2014
Learning Gate Community School, 16215 Hanna Road, Lutz, FL 33549
 Assisted the head environmental science teacher with grounds and data collection.
 Worked hands on with GPS equipment, tagged, properly identified and measured all of
the trees on campus in order to make a working map of the forest.
 Assisted in bird trapping experiments, which involved setting up and taking down nets,
properly handling and detangling the birds, making proper species identifications, taking
anatomical measurements and banding of the birds.
Sustainability Research Assistant
Spring 2013
USF Office of Sustainability, 4202 East Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33620
 Assisted in gathering campus wide data from many different departments in order to
assist with the creation of the 2013 STARRS report for USF.
 Involved in inputting data into Microsoft Excel and formatting easy to use questionnaires
that were distributed.
 Worked at understanding the sustainable practices and steps taken by businesses in order
to reduce their carbon footprint.
 Assisted in email and phone correspondence between various departments at USF.
Group Fitness Instructor
Spring 2013- Present
USF Campus Recreation, 4202 E Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620
 Teach a safe, creative, fun and challenging workout that is appealing to participants of all
fitness levels.
 Monitor and maintain a safe environment for workouts.
 Answer and assess any questions or concerns participants may have.
Ocean Rescue Lifeguard
January 2012- October 2013
Brevard County Ocean Rescue, 1040 South Florida Ave., Rockledge, FL, 32955
 Monitor and ensure the safety of beach patrons, keep a close eye out for anyone in
distress or stuck in a rip current.
 Be prepared for any medical emergencies, and be able to remain calm and collected.
 Answer questions keep patrons informed of any emergency situations
Special Skills/ Awards:
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Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with GPS and GIS systems (ArcGIS 10.1)
Ability to perform chemical titrations for water and soil analysis
Academic experience with AutoCAD
PADI SCUBA certified
2014 USF Group Fitness Instructor of the Year
Memberships and Volunteer Organizations
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Coastal Conservation Association
Coral Reef Alliance
USF SEA (Student Environmental Association)
Sea Turtle Preservation Society
United States Lifesaving Association
2014 to Present
2014 to Present
2014 to Present
2013 to Present
2012 to Present
References:
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Dr. Johnny Shelley, MS, DVM, CertAqV
o Staff Veterinarian and Health Department Manager, 5D Tropical Inc.
o Email: thejohnnyshelley@yahoo.com
o Relationship: Supervisor Aug 2014 – Jan 2015
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Sue-L Cohen
o Assistant Director of Fitness, University of South Florida Campus Recreation
o Email: susan25@usf.edu
o Phone: (813) 974-4436
o Relationship: Supervisor Jan 2013- Present