Keith Messner
Van Meter
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Operations Lead
The Kitchen and Bath Company
Ankeny
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Coordinated daily warehouse operations, receiving and organizing delivery shipments to maintain workflow
- Oversaw inventory database management for all products in warehouse, ensuring accuracy and accessibility
- Verified product inventory to support accurate billing processes
Manager
Climb Iowa
Grimes
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of the climbing gym, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning
- Managed facility scheduling, equipment maintenance and operational logistics
- Led, trained, and supervised a team of climbing instructors and front desk staff
- ConductLed staff performance evaluations and provided ongoing coaching and support
- Coordinated and hosted climbing events, competitions, and social gatherings to increase member engagement
Special Education Associate
Waukee Community School District
Waukee
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Supported individualized education plans through direct student engagement and instruction.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to educational teams regularly.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to enhance student participation and focus.
- Assisted classroom teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities.
Climbing Instructor
Climb Iowa
Grimes
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Greet customers and give new customers orientations on climbing safety and climbing techniques
- Provide friendly customer service to all gym patrons building community and relationships
Academic Advisor
Iowa State University
Ames
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Advised students on academic programs and course selection processes.
- Conducted individual meetings to address student concerns and challenges.
- Advised students on a variety of issues, including financial aid opportunities, tutoring services and study abroad programs.
- Contributed to academic advising newsletters and communication efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
Drake University
Des Moines, IA07-2027
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Drake University
Des Moines, IA05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2019
Skills
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Motivational attitude
- Scheduling coordination
- Quality assurance
- Personable
- Willingness to learn
Timeline
Inventory Operations Lead
The Kitchen and Bath Company
06.2025 - 10.2025
Manager
Climb Iowa
10.2024 - 05.2025
Special Education Associate
Waukee Community School District
03.2024 - 09.2024
Climbing Instructor
Climb Iowa
09.2023 - 09.2024
Academic Advisor
Iowa State University
08.2022 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Counseling
Drake University
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Drake University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Iowa State University