In recognition of her valuable contributions to the department as the Environmental Operations Manager and as acting Environmental Services Section Manager, Brenda handles the many crises and issues she faces with perseverance and dedication, and in a calm, consistent and professional manner. Starting with her initial hire in 1994 as an Environmental Services Section Technician, along with her earning both her masters in Environmental Science/Environmental Health Management and her professional certification as a Hazardous Materials Manager in 2001, Brenda has demonstrated her great skill and ability to evaluate and prioritize her duties, which shows in her steady growth to the management position she holds today. She exemplifies the best of Yale’s Office of Environmental Health and Safety with her professionalism, thoroughness and knowledge. She is committed to the development and growth of her staff and consistently promotes a diplomatic and professional atmosphere, is committed to her personal and professional goals and is an excellent choice as the first recipient of the Employee of the Year award.
