Courtney Smith
Project Coordinator
Goose Creek,SC
Summary
Environmental Health and Public Health professional with expertise in environmental compliance, safety-oriented program coordination, and data-driven operations. Experienced in water quality research, occupational safety programs, community-based environmental initiatives, and cross-sector project management. Proven ability to manage complex workflows, support regulatory compliance, and drive health and safety outcomes across multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator
The Sustainability Institute
North Charleston, SC
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinate Weatherization & Critical Home Repair and Energy Assistance Program operations.
- Manage scheduling and intake of over 75 energy audits.
- Lead community outreach, scheduled and coordinated over 25 workshops, and partner engagement across 4 counties.
- Track data in Salesforce, generate reports, GIS coordination, and grant deliverables.
Personal Trainer
Self
Goose Creek, South Carolina
03.2020 - Current
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
Graduate Practicum / Intern
The Sustainability Institute
North Charleston, South Carolina
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Supported outreach, audits, workshops, SOP updates, and program reporting.
- Developed culturally responsive educational materials addressing indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and household health risks.
- Produced a comprehensive community needs summary using survey data, resident input, and field observations to inform program improvements.
- Designed and facilitated an air quality education workshop for community residents focused on indoor pollutants, ventilation, and health impacts.
- Implemented an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Intervention & Remediation Program within the organization, integrating health-based recommendations into existing home repair and weatherization workflows.
- Incorporated direct community feedback into program design, educational content, and service delivery to improve relevance and participation.
Summer Intern
Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC)
Charleston, SC
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted water quality research and PPE evaluations for Navy divers.
- Utilized Python for data processing and scripting.
- Supported environmental and occupational health safety studies.
Personal Trainer
Advantage Personal Training
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Adapted workout routines for special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injuries ensuring safety while still challenging their abilities.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
- Expanded knowledge of industry trends by attending workshops and conferences, applying new techniques to client programs.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Health
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH07.2023
Skills
Project coordination
Project management
Problem-solving
Time management
Detail-oriented
Personnel management
Customer management
Schedule management
Affiliations
American Public Health Association (APHA)
Certification
CPR/AED
Timeline
CPR/AED
09-2025
Project Coordinator
The Sustainability Institute
06.2025 - Current
Graduate Practicum / Intern
The Sustainability Institute
01.2025 - 06.2025
Summer Intern
Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC)
06.2023 - 08.2023
Personal Trainer
Self
03.2020 - Current
Personal Trainer
Advantage Personal Training
06.2019 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - Public Health
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University