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Karen Keiser

South Boardman

Summary

Results-driven State Park Officer with extensive experience in team supervision, safety inspections, and resource management. Proven ability to enhance visitor engagement while ensuring compliance with park policies.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

State Park Officer A9

Young State Park
Boyne City
01.2019 - Current
  • Supervised park operations and staff, enhancing visitor satisfaction and maintaining safety standards.
  • Conducted safety inspections of equipment and park grounds regularly.
  • Oversaw subordinate staff in executing daily duties, ensuring adherence to park policies and procedures.
  • Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules for trails, facilities, and recreational areas.
  • Managed park resources, optimizing supplies and equipment for daily activities.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new staff on park policies and procedures.
  • Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
  • Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.

State Park Officer

Young State Park
Boyne City
05.1995 - 01.2019
  • Supervised staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
  • Trained staff on safety policies and emergency procedures.
  • Worked alongside the park supervisor and account technician to be sure money handling procedures were followed.

Along with Young State Park, my duties extended into helping at Fisherman's Island State Park, Graves Crossing and Pinney Bridge State Forest campgrounds, four trail heads, and 28 developed Boating access sites.

State Worker 4

Fisherman's Island State Park
Charlevoix
04.1987 - 05.1994
  • Processed phone reservations, payments, and registrations for campers while maintaining cleanliness of facilities and grounds.
  • Assisted officer in addressing complaints and coordinating daily operations.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Michigan Parks And Recreation Basic Academy VII

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI

Skills

  • Team supervision
  • Safety inspections
  • Policy implementation
  • Resource management
  • Training facilitation
  • Visitor engagement

Timeline

State Park Officer A9

Young State Park
01.2019 - Current

State Park Officer

Young State Park
05.1995 - 01.2019

State Worker 4

Fisherman's Island State Park
04.1987 - 05.1994

Some College (No Degree) - Michigan Parks And Recreation Basic Academy VII

Washtenaw Community College
Karen Keiser