L. Renee Ness
Bradenton,USA
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in adult, professional, and community education and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
DOCTORAL RESEARCHER
Texas State University Doctoral Fellowship
San Marcos, Texas
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Qualitative research on the topic of Cultivating an Equitable Knowledge Ecosystem in the Landscape of Climate Adaptation Professionals.
- Enhanced collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and goals.
- Collaborated with external stakeholders to create a diverse network of knowledge-sharing opportunities.
TRAINING COORDINATOR / PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Austin, Texas
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Coordinated training activities for agency staff.
- Developed and monitored training plans.
- Organized and evaluated training programs.
- Coordinated the development and implementation of effective communication plans for stakeholders, including written and verbal presentations.
- Prepared informational materials and made presentations to TCEQ staff, regulated entities, and the public.
- Coordinated the Public Information Request (PIR) program, including assessing all requests, making assignments, reviewing responses, and ensuring compliance with Agency standards.
DOCTORAL ASSISTANT
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Created STEM-specific video and screen capture training resources for the College of Engineering/ Shared Research Operations (SRO) microscopy lab spaces.
- Administered the SRO Canvas LMS and GATO webpage.
- Collaborated with students and staff to co-create technical training resources.
- Actively participated in professional development workshops to strengthen knowledge in relevant subject matter areas.
- Developed strong professional relationships with faculty members, fostering a collaborative work environment for academic growth.
SUPERVISOR/ OUTREACH & TRAINING COORDINATOR
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas
12.2006 - 08.2018
- Managed the operation of three teaching auditoriums (386 seating capacity each) including event scheduling, staff and student supervision, project management, and budget oversight.
- Developed media-rich training resources for faculty, staff, and students.
- Supervised staff in the maintenance of educational technology in each theater.
- Monitored theater renovations and technology upgrades, including theater lighting and audio visual control systems.
- Mentored and conducted performance evaluations for 15 students and 2 full-time staff.
- Collaborated with the instructional design team to plan and deliver professional development workshops to the university faculty.
- Assisted with strategic planning of departmental goals and strategies.
Education
Ph.D. - Adult, Professional, and Community Education
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas01.2025
M.A. - International Studies
Texas State University
San Marcos, TexasB.F.A. - Studio Arts
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IllinoisSkills
- Educational leadership
- Student motivation and engagement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Mentoring
- Curriculum planning and coordination
- Learning management system proficiency
- Program development
- Community advocate
Timeline
DOCTORAL RESEARCHER
Texas State University Doctoral Fellowship
05.2024 - 05.2025
TRAINING COORDINATOR / PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
04.2023 - 10.2023
DOCTORAL ASSISTANT
Texas State University
09.2018 - 09.2022
SUPERVISOR/ OUTREACH & TRAINING COORDINATOR
Texas State University
12.2006 - 08.2018
M.A. - International Studies
Texas State University
B.F.A. - Studio Arts
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Ph.D. - Adult, Professional, and Community Education
Texas State University