Jordan Schwabe
Manhattan,Kansas
Summary
Motivated and community-minded leader with experience in public service, STEAM education, and operational coordination. Skilled at translating scientific and environmental concepts into hands-on learning experiences, with a background in youth instruction and front-line civic engagement. At Curious Jane STEAM camp, facilitated creative science workshops that emphasized experimentation, systems thinking, and collaborative problem-solving. Brings a rigorous, reflective approach to challenges and has a strong desire to deepen field-based skills in sustainability and environmental science through immersive, mission-driven work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Team Lead
Manhattan Parks And Recreation
Manhattan, KS
01.2024 - Current
- Supervise front desk operations at a municipal recreation facility, coordinating reservation schedules, managing daily logistics, and overseeing programs.
- Acted as the primary contact for public inquiries, addressing concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Trained and mentored front desk staff in customer service, safety protocols, and facility procedures.
Instructor
Curious Jane STEAM Camp
Denver, CO
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Led interactive science and design workshops for girls ages 6–12, using project-based learning to explore concepts in engineering, chemistry, and creative problem-solving.
- Facilitated activities such as solar oven construction, recycled-material prototyping, and water filtration experiments, emphasizing curiosity, experimentation, and hands-on engagement.
- Supported camper collaboration and confidence-building in a girl-positive learning environment, modeling inclusive leadership and adaptive instruction.
- Oversaw daily setup, material preparation, and classroom flow to maintain a safe, organized, and joyful environment.
Fine Dining Server
Xanterra
Yellowstone National Park County (historical), WY
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Effectively collaborated with a diverse team during peak and off-peak hours, working 40-50 hours a week.
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences by providing attentive service and tailored recommendations.
- Collaborated with staff members in a high-demand environment to build a supportive team culture, enhancing quality, organization, and cleanliness.
Civil Engineer Student Intern
JEO Consulting Group
Carroll, IA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted research and data collection to deliver effective solutions.
- Constructed cost budgets and estimations aligning with proposed projects.
- Cultivated a relationship-based environment through close collaboration with leadership to support growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2026
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Strong leadership
- Data analysis
- Excel
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Data entry
- Communication
- GIS
- Microsoft office
- Detail Oriented
- Self-Directed
- Active listening
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructor
Curious Jane STEAM Camp
06.2025 - 08.2025
Fine Dining Server
Xanterra
05.2024 - 08.2025
Front Desk Team Lead
Manhattan Parks And Recreation
01.2024 - Current
Civil Engineer Student Intern
JEO Consulting Group
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Kansas State University
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