Mary Kegler
Mansfield Center
Summary
Strategic Educational Program Administrator with over 20 years of experience in program management and operational oversight. Specializes in implementing quality assurance processes and improving team collaboration. Skilled in fostering effective communication and enhancing program efficiency to achieve quality outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Program Administator
University of Connecticut
Storrs
06.2004 - Current
- Recruited, trained and supervised personnel assigned to work on projects within the scope of the program.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure program objectives were met effectively.
- Provided technical assistance to staff on operational issues related to the program.
- Established quality assurance processes to enhance accuracy in data collection methods used by staff on program projects.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient operations of the program.
- Recruited and developed staff to achieve collaborative program goals.
- Managed program operations and provided strategic leadership for workers.
- Worked with management team to improve workflows and eliminate unnecessary tasks.
- Determined staffing requirements, interviewing, hiring and training new employees.
- Represented work unit at meetings or conferences to serve as liaison for requests or complaints.
- Managed daily farm operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Oversaw crop planning, selecting appropriate seeds and implementing planting schedules.
- Coordinated livestock care, monitoring health and nutrition standards diligently.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and best practices for equipment usage.
- Implemented pest management strategies to protect crops and maintain productivity.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance, ensuring all machinery operated efficiently.
- Collaborated with suppliers for timely delivery of seeds, feed, and other materials.
- Analyzed soil conditions to recommend appropriate fertilizers and amendments for optimal growth.
- Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
- Supervised planting, cultivating, harvesting, storage, and marketing activities for all crops.
- Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
- Managed employees and subcontractors to meet or exceed cost, yield and quality goals.
- Organized the purchase of supplies such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
- Directed efficient crop production to maximize resource utilization and consistently meet schedule and financial demands.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Maintained records on production output and crop yields in order to make future planning decisions.
- Collaborated with local agricultural organizations to stay informed on best practices in farming techniques.
- Inspected fields regularly to ensure proper fertilization levels are maintained.
- Conducted tours of farm and facilities to provide information and promote public relations
- Inspected facilities regularly to ensure they meet safety standards and are properly maintained.
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dual Major, Agronomy And Animal Science
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT12-1990
Skills
- Program management
- Operational oversight
- Data analysis
- Quality assurance
- Technical assistance
- Documentation and reporting
- Recruitment and hiring
- Staff training
- Staff development
- Staff management
- Student counseling
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Operations oversight
Timeline
Educational Program Administator
University of Connecticut
06.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Dual Major, Agronomy And Animal Science
University of Connecticut