KYLIE RUSSELL
Reno,NV
Summary
A results-driven public health professional, committed to reducing inequities & improving life opportunities for all individuals. With a deep understanding of the social determinants of health &the ability to develop & implement strategies that center historically marginalized communities. Experienced collaborator with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, nonprofits, & community-based organizations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
FEDERAL NUTRITION PROGRAM MANAGER
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO EXTENSION
10.2022 - Current
- Oversee implementation of SNAP-Ed work plan across northern Nevada; Monitor & evaluate direct education, health promotion, & policy, systems & environmental (PSE) approaches serving multiple target audiences
- Assist with development of programming strategic plans to ensure deliverables are met
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders to develop comprehensive community partnerships
- Support staff development by providing ongoing training opportunities in evidence-based nutrition practices
- Manage federal budgets ($40k) & grants; oversee fiscal oversight for county SNAP-Ed operations; complete grant proposals & evaluations; meet reporting deadlines
- Assist faculty with program-related research, development, review, & evaluation.
COMMUNITY BASED INSTUCTOR IV
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO EXTENSION
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Oversaw activities of SNAP-Ed work plan, including direct education, health promotion, & PSE approaches implemented in community-based sites
- Managed Garden-Based Nutrition Education Programming
- Monitored & tracked federal budgets ($24k) & reports
- Extension Awards of Excellence winner, 2022
- Co-author on preschool garden-based nutrition curriculum - I Am a Seed: A Seed to Table Experiential Journey for Preschoolers
LOGISTICAL SUPPORT
SOUTHERN NEVADA FOOD COUNCIL
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided logistical support during by coordinating &organizing monthly meetings and events; recorded meeting minutes & compiled regional stakeholder documents for distribution; provided resources to council members
- Recruited new members & stakeholders by attending different organizational meetings
- Organize network events & educational food system tours for members to attend
- Monitor, track, & reconcile SNFC budget ($30k).
COMMUNITY BASED INSTUCTOR III
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO EXTENSION
12.2018 - 10.2021
- Delivered nutrition education & healthy food demonstrations to target audiences ranging from preschool aged children, school aged children, adults, & women in substance use recovery
- Established positive relationships with participants, fostering supportive & inclusive learning environment
- Served as liaison between Extension & external partners, promoting collaboration for mutual benefit
- Managed data collection & reporting for county & federal grant programming.
Education
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) CERIFICATION -
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
05.2024
B.S. IN NUTRITIONAL SCIENCE AND DIETETICS -
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
Reno, NV05.2018
Skills
- Program Planning & Evaluation
- Program & Organization Budgeting
- Program & Grant Management
- Health Promotion
- Public Health knowledge
- Training Facilitation
- Partnership Building
- Data Collection & Reporting
Timeline
FEDERAL NUTRITION PROGRAM MANAGER
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO EXTENSION
10.2022 - Current
COMMUNITY BASED INSTUCTOR IV
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO EXTENSION
10.2021 - 10.2022
LOGISTICAL SUPPORT
SOUTHERN NEVADA FOOD COUNCIL
12.2020 - 08.2022
COMMUNITY BASED INSTUCTOR III
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO EXTENSION
12.2018 - 10.2021
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) CERIFICATION -
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
B.S. IN NUTRITIONAL SCIENCE AND DIETETICS -
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
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