Emilee A. Gerngross
Newton,Texas
Summary
Instruct agriculture professionals in strategies for optimizing operations and reducing expenses with forward-thinking approaches. Significant financial, leadership and project management experience gained during 10+ years in agriculture, education and business management. Amiable relationship-builder with excellent communication and organizational skills.
Self-motivated, engaging and disciplined professional looking to have an opportunity to showcase strengths and abilities in a result-driven market.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
County Extension Agent
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Newton, County
11.2018 - Current
- Plan and implement programs and provide general expertise to the overall Extension educational programing efforts focusing on Agriculture/Natural Resources and Horticulture in Newton County.
- Coordinate and oversee the 4-H Clubs of Newton County with over 100 youth and active adult members.
- Serve as an Educator focused on meeting the needs of community members in Newton County through educational programs, home and farm visits, bi-monthly newsletters, news releases, and other forms of education.
- Serve as a Team Lead on State-wide issue identification process and program implementation plan in the areas of Beef Cattle Ranching.
- Work closely with and develop relationships with external partners such as private enterprises, other educational institutions, Agricultural Sales Representatives, and Territory Managers.
- Helped develop and implement a County Needs Assessment and Identification project to determine avenues to obtain funding and resources to construct a multi-functional emergency management facility.
- Provide educational experiences and promote the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension brand, mission and visibility through educational presentations, trade shows, vendor booths, curriculum enrichment in schools and a variety of other methods.
- Enhanced County programs by gathering and analyzing local market and evaluating current participation data.
- Advised farmers and demonstrated techniques in feeding and health maintenance of livestock, growing and harvesting practices and financial planning.
- Conducted field demonstrations of new products, techniques and services.
- Collected and evaluated data to determine community program needs.
Operations Manager
IME Enterprises, INC And Bean Construction, INC
Newton, Texas
05.2016 - 11.2018
- Proficient Quickbooks knowledge; invoicing, payroll and bill entry and payment, bank account reconciliation.
- Maintained insurance policies and state and federal regulations for long and short-haul tractor-trucks; IFTA, IRP, and Apportioned reports.
- Filed and maintained quarterly and monthly employer paperwork such as 941 and Texas Workforce Commission filing.
- Data entry - daily mileage and maintenance logs.
- Sought out new territories and customers, often through cold calling.
- Account manager with over 25 repeat customers needing freight hauled.
- Dispatched up to 12 tractor-trailer trucks daily with flatbed, end dump, and box van commodities, including processed lumber, metal building materials, sand, and gravel.
- Schedule and dispatched local (100-mile radius) deliveries.
- Interacted with customers and clients in person and over the phone daily , emphasizing customer retention.
- On-call 24/7 with a fleet of drivers to address mechanical failures, DOT inspections, vehicle incidents, etc.
- Assisted with Bid Proposals.
- Knowledge of Office Equipment such as Fax Machine, Computer, 10 Key Calculator and Copier.
- Input data with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Instructor
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Develop and implement new courses for undergraduates within SPESS.
- Teach entry-level courses within the Soil and Crop Sciences discipline focusing on sustainability in agriculture, production agriculture, and fundamentals of botany.
- Co-teach entry-level courses to a class size of approximately 200 students.
- Recruit students across the State of Louisiana for the College of Agriculture at Louisiana State University.
- Advise undergraduate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials.
- Tested students on materials presented in workshops and classes to assess grasp of material.
- Implemented and optimized new curriculum and day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
County Extension Agent
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
BEAUMONT, TEXAS
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Plan and implement programs and provide general expertise to the overall Extension educational programing efforts focusing on Agriculture/Natural Resources and Horticulture in Jefferson County.
- Provide guidance and leadership to active Master Gardener Volunteer group.
- Serve as an Educator focused on meeting the needs of community members in Jefferson County through educational programs, home and farm visits, bi-monthly newsletters, news releases, and other forms of education.
- Advised farmers and demonstrated techniques in feeding and health maintenance of livestock, growing and harvesting practices and financial planning.
- Conducted research and applied findings to advance agricultural and home management programs.
- Collected and evaluated data to determine community program needs.
Case Manager
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO
Houston, Texas
11.2012 - 03.2013
- Received and processed show packets for 2500+ Junior and Open Livestock Show entries under time constraints with 0 error rate.
- Entered and closed deposit batches of over 250+ checks daily.
- Exhibitor Relations – Interacted with exhibitors/contestants/supervisors in person, over the phone, and via email to provide troubleshooting and support.
- Responsible for compilation of 5000 exhibitor mail-outs and registration packets.
- Provided technical support during registration and move-in process.
- Entered data using Microsoft Word, Excel, and ORACLE software for both Livestock and Auctions departments.
- Assisted with buyer registration and check-in for multiple silent and Live auctions.
Education
Master of Science - Agriculture
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 01.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas 08.2006 - 05.2010
Skills
Goals and performance
Relationship building
Account management
Verbal and written communication
Strategic planning
Systems and software programs
Positive and upbeat
Decision Making
Organization and Time Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Dependable and Responsible
Affiliations
Texas County Agriculture Agents Association Member 2013-2014; 2018-Present
Epsilon Sigma Phi Alpha Zeta Chapter Member 2013-2014; 2018-Present
Texas Extension Agents 4-H Association Member 2018- Present
Timeline
County Extension Agent
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
11.2018 - Current
Operations Manager
IME Enterprises, INC And Bean Construction, INC
05.2016 - 11.2018
Instructor
Louisiana State University
08.2015 - 05.2016
County Extension Agent
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
07.2013 - 08.2015
Case Manager
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO
11.2012 - 03.2013
Master of Science - Agriculture
Sam Houston State University
01.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences
Sam Houston State University
08.2006 - 05.2010