Christine Lambert
Eau Claire,WI
Summary
Versatile outdoor educator and administrative professional with more than 25 years of employment experience. Developed diverse, inclusive nature programming with a mental health focus. Organized and maintained a bustling office. Specialized in establishing relationships with community organizations and volunteer groups. Eager to bring industriousness, dedication and compassion to Rising Phoenix in a particular role, or with hybrid responsibilities.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Moreau Lake State Park
Gansevoort, NY
2020 - 2024
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient communication among staff.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary supplies for park functions.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally via in-person, phone or email correspondence.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
- Monitored and tracked budgets and expenses.
Park Naturalist
Moreau Lake State Park
Gansevoort, NY
2021 - 2024
- Developed and implemented educational programs for diverse audiences of all ages, with a particular bent toward eco-therapy.
- Allocated Nature Center time and activities for neurodivergent individuals and families.
- Guided interpretive hikes.
- Trained and supervised Nature Center employees.
- Established and maintained budget for Environmental Education department.
- Used social media to promote programming and interact with the public.
- Ambassador between Park management and Friends volunteer organization.
- Commended by NYS Governor Kathy Hochul for supporting FBI and local law enforcement in search for an abducted child.
Park Ranger
Moreau Lake State Park
Gansevoort, NY
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Assists in managing and protecting over 6,000 acres and a bustling public campground. Monitor visitor activity for safety and security.
- Use roving education to kindly remind the park patrons of the rules and why they are important to the park.
- Assist in lost hiker relocation and safety.
- Overall team player who never minds assisting with office, booth and maintenance duties where needed.
Cashier
Stewart’s Shop
Round Lake, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Responsible for opening busy retail Stewart’s Shop alone; preparing food and coffee, auditing cash, preparing store to open on time and serving customers while on a strict timetable.
Park Maintenance
Moreau Lake State Park
Gansevoort, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted in general maintenance and upkeep of park facilities. This includes but is not limited to cleaning facilities, assisting with trail work and communicating with all other park personnel.
Greenhouse Supervisor
Green Scapes
Melrose, NY
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Managed accounts payable and receivable.
- Maintained budget.
- Purchased, grew and sold plants to retail and wholesale customers.
- Planned and led preschool and elementary school field trips.
- Trained and supervised greenhouse employees.
- Managed calendar and employee schedule.
- Initiated and ran Farmer Market vending routine.
Skills
- Excellent verbal, written communication
- Trauma-informed and person-centered
- Exceptional organizational abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-directed
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Outdoor leadership
- Interpretative Guide
- Community Outreach
Certification
Certified Interpretive Guide
Master Educator with Leave No Trace
Wilderness First Aid
Wilderness Youth Mental Health First Aid
Wilderness Mental Health First Responder
Licensed Guide in Hiking and Camping
Timeline
Park Ranger
Moreau Lake State Park
04.2021 - 10.2021
Cashier
Stewart’s Shop
01.2020 - 01.2021
Park Maintenance
Moreau Lake State Park
01.2020 - 01.2021
Greenhouse Supervisor
Green Scapes
01.2012 - 01.2020
Administrative Assistant
Moreau Lake State Park
2020 - 2024
Park Naturalist
Moreau Lake State Park
2021 - 2024
Interests
Passionate about disseminating awareness of eco-therapy as a tool in mental and physical health and addiction recovery. Nature enthusiast. Conservationist and environmental advocate.