Jeffrey Kneisley
Glasgow,VA
Summary
Dynamic Park Ranger with over 6 years of experience in park management and maintenance. Skilled in resource allocation and volunteer coordination, contributing to efficient park functionality and improved visitor experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Park Ranger Maintenance
Natural Bridge State Park
Natural Bridge, Virginia
02.2023 - Current
- Hire, train and supervise wage staff
- Oversee the maintenance of facilities and grounds, including plumbing, electrical and other repairs
- Manage volunteer and temporary group labor
- Operate the park's sewer treatment plant under the direction of a contractor who manages the permit.
- Maintain and improve park's trails including the development of reroutes using sustainable trail building techniques
Assistant Park Manager
De Leon Springs State Park
De Leon Springs, Florida
11.2017 - 02.2023
- Supervised staff and volunteers to deliver exceptional customer service at De Leon Springs State Park.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient park functionality.
- Restored and maintained cultural landscape to enhance overall park aesthetics.
- Oversaw natural resource management, including removal of invasive exotic plants.
- Coordinated repairs and maintenance of supply lines, lift stations, septic systems, and well operations.
- Directed cleanup and recovery efforts following hurricane damage.
Assistant Park Manager
Oleta River State Park
North Miami Beach, Florida
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Responded promptly to customer complaints or service requests regarding park amenities or services.
- Assisted in the development of park policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of park facilities and equipment to ensure safety standards were met.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Assigned tasks and work hours to staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geographic Science
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA12-2007
Skills
- Facility maintenance and repair
- Trail management
- Resource allocation
- Staff supervision
- Customer service
- Volunteer coordination
- Certified felling sawyer
- Equipment operation
- CPR certification
- Budget management
Timeline
Park Ranger Maintenance
Natural Bridge State Park
02.2023 - Current
Assistant Park Manager
De Leon Springs State Park
11.2017 - 02.2023
Assistant Park Manager
Oleta River State Park
11.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Geographic Science
James Madison University