Erin Snyder

About Erin Snyder

With a graduate degree in conservation science and over five years of experience in the environmental nonprofit sector, I bring an interdisciplinary perspective and robust project management skills to every role. I\'m motivated by work that addresses critical issues in ecological restoration and climate resilience. I\'m committed to inclusive, equitable scientific practices that respect and embrace different systems of knowledge.

Experience

1. Environmental Analyst - Collaboration Coordinator

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   Jan 2026 — Present · New Paltz, NY, US

   In this new role, I will support both the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation\'s Hudson River Estuary Management Program (HREMP) and the Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve (HRNERR). As one of 30 national reserves established by NOAA, HRNERR consists of four tidal wetland sites along the Hudson River Estuary. As the HRNERR Training Sector Lead, I will grow community partnerships and implement workshops and forums that address regional needs and interests. In short, my work aims to connect the outputs and outcomes of HRNERR science programs and projects to decision making.I will collaborate across the HREMP\'s four program areas to facilitate communications and build greater awareness of the DEC\'s work throughout the Hudson River Estuary. My work with the HREMP will support the Action Agenda, an interdisciplinary roadmap for a strong and vibrant estuary ecosystem.

Education

• School for International Training

  Semester Study Abroad Program (16 Credits), Sustainable Development and Social Change: Jaipur, India

  2015 — 2015

• Goucher College

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Summa Cum Laude, Environmental Studies and International Relations

  2013 — 2017

• Northwestern University

  Master of Science - MS, Botany/Plant Biology

Skills

• Time Management
• Urban Agriculture
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Public Speaking
• International Relations
• Nonprofits
• Microsoft Word
• Agriculture
• Student Leadership
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Adobe Design Programs
• Environmental Awareness
• Salesforce
• Report Writing
• Microsoft Office
• Indesign
• Ngos
• Community Outreach
• Environmental Issues
• Ingeniux
• Event Planning
• Spanish
• Leadership
• Cross-Cultural Communication Skills
• Prezi
• Inkscape
• Cultural Awareness
• Organization
• Focus Groups
• Editing
• Project Management
• Qualitative Research
• Salesforce.com
• Grant Administration
• Climate Change Science
• Microsoft Excel
• Workforce Development
• Research
• Food Service Operations
• Social Media Communications