McKenzie Zimmermann
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Dynamic program administrator with extensive experience at K-State Extension, excelling in enrollment systems and program evaluation. Proficient in SPSS and stakeholder engagement, I have successfully led initiatives impacting over 15,000 youth, developed training programs, and enhanced reporting accuracy, driving strategic improvements across multiple departments. Accomplished administrator with a strong focus on data analysis and program evaluation. Expertise in grant support and team leadership, driving impactful changes through comprehensive evaluation metrics and actionable insights.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Data, Enrollment, and Evaluation Program Administrator
K-State Extension
01.2025 - Current
- Lead statewide enrollment, participation tracking, and evaluation infrastructure supporting 15,000+ youth
- Managed and maintained 4-H Online enrollment system, enhancing reporting workflows for improved data accessibility
- Design and implement program evaluation tools aligned with federal, state, and organizational reporting needs
- Produced statewide impact metrics to inform legislative, grant, and stakeholder decisions
- Develop and deliver trainings for Extension professionals on enrollment systems and evaluation practices
- Supported PEARS integration for program activity tracking and survey deployment, streamlining outcome reporting processes
- Translate participation and evaluation findings into program improvement strategy
- Kansas 4-H Youth Development
Business Manager
Kansas State University
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Manage financial operations across 35+ grants and 60 departmental accounts
- Supervise three Accounting Coordinators and two student employees
- Provide training, workflow guidance, and performance support to staff
- Reconciled complex multi-fund accounts monthly, quarterly, and annually
- Coordinated fiscal collaboration among departmental liaisons and budget officers
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy and cross-unit coordination processes
- Provided administrative support at the Administrative Support Center
Enrollment, Data, and Evaluation Program Coordinator
K-State Extension
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Managed statewide enrollment system supporting 15,000+ youth participants
- Designed and delivered quarterly trainings for 75–100 Extension professionals, enhancing their capacity to support youth enrollment initiatives
- Produced comprehensive federal, state, and local participation reports to inform stakeholders and guide decision-making
- Led development of program evaluation tools across local and statewide initiatives
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative analysis using SPSS, Excel, PEARS, and survey platforms
- Supported statewide impact reporting and performance measurement strategy
- Translated participation and evaluation findings into actionable program improvement guidance, driving enhancements in youth development initiatives
- Kansas 4-H Youth Development
Program Associate
K-State Extension
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Coordinated program delivery and evaluation activities with stakeholders to align goals and enhance outcomes
- Analyzed program participation metrics for grant reporting to ensure accountability and inform future strategies
- Produced summary reports interpreting evaluation and engagement outcomes to provide insights for program improvement
- Designed evidence-informed outreach content reaching 1,500+ monthly users
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Kansas State University
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed instructional materials for 60+ undergraduate students, enhancing engagement and comprehension
- Facilitated student advising and referrals to academic resources, promoting academic success
- Managed instructional systems including Canvas, KSIS, HRIS, and TopHat
- Managed confidential academic records, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations
Research Assistant
Kansas State University
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted systematic literature reviews to inform research direction and support evidence-based conclusions
- Analyzed applied program evaluation datasets, providing actionable insights for external stakeholders
- Contributed to multiple academic publications and evaluation tools
- Coordinated research meetings with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate collaboration and streamline project progress
Graduate Research Assistant
Kansas State University
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Co-developed statewide social justice toolkit, empowering 150+ partners
- Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data to support research findings
- Produced and edited media content for publications and grant reporting, ensuring clarity and accuracy
- Engaged stakeholders to improve outreach initiatives in western Kansas, fostering collaboration and community involvement
Education
Master of Science - Applied Family Science
Kansas State University
Manhattan05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Science, Conflict Analysis and Trauma Studies
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2019
Skills
- Data analysis and impact evaluation
- Grant reporting
- Survey design and development
- Power BI and data reporting tools
- Advanced Excel and SPSS proficiency
- Data management systems expertise
- Workflow design and stakeholder management
- Department coordination and team leadership
- Research application skills
Professional Organizations
Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP), Alpha Rho Chapter, September 2022 to Present
Member, Kansas Association of Extension 4-H Agents (KAE4HA)
2025–Present
Certification
Foundations of Youth Development, Kansas 4-H, 2022
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention, 2021
Graduate Student Leadership Development Certificate, 2020
Conflict Resolution Certificate, 2019
CMS Web Training, 2019
Bystander Intervention Training, 2018
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention, 2021
Graduate Student Leadership Development Certificate, 2020
Conflict Resolution Certificate, 2019
CMS Web Training, 2019
Bystander Intervention Training, 2018
Publications
- Disasters: Trauma and Coping, Zimmermann, M. L., et al., Manuscript in press, 2022
- Stress in the Family System, Zimmermann, M. L., & Johannes, E., Manuscript in press, 2020
- K-State First: University Experience Curriculum Guide, Zimmermann, M. L., & Weaver, B., 2019
- Identifying assessment tools to improve divorce education evaluation programs, Guyette, E. J., Zimmermann, M. L., Ferraro, A. J., Markham, M. S., & Dalton, H., in preparation
- Effects of infidelity on well-being following divorce, Dalton, H., Wilkins-Clark, R., Zimmermann, M. L., Ferraro, A. J., & Reed-Fitzke, K., in preparation
- Lessons from the field: Developing a multi-site divorce education evaluation tool, Markham, M. S., Ferraro, A. J., Russell, L. T., Beckmeyer, J. J., Zimmermann, M. L., Guyette, E. J., & Pippert, H. D., accepted with minor revisions
Skills
PEARS reporting system, Excel (advanced), SPSS, Power BI, Qualtrics, Enrollment database administration, Program evaluation design, Survey development, Quantitative and qualitative analysis, Federal and statewide reporting, Grant reporting support, Impact reporting, Staff supervision and training, Cross-department coordination, Stakeholder engagement, Workflow development, Research translation for applied settings
Leadership Experience
- Public Relations Officer, KAE4HA. K-State Extension, October 2025 to Present
- KSRE Annual Conference Planning Committee Member, Kansas State University, 2023 – 2024
- Professional Development Representative, Graduate Student Council, 2019 – 2021
- Secretary, Applied Family Science Graduate Organization, 2019 – 2021
- Graduate Student Senator, Student Governing Association, 2019 – 2020
- Student Researcher, Families in Transition Lab, 2017 – 2021
Timeline
Data, Enrollment, and Evaluation Program Administrator
K-State Extension
01.2025 - Current
Business Manager
Kansas State University
04.2024 - 01.2025
Enrollment, Data, and Evaluation Program Coordinator
K-State Extension
05.2022 - 04.2024
Program Associate
K-State Extension
07.2021 - 05.2022
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Kansas State University
06.2020 - 05.2021
Research Assistant
Kansas State University
01.2020 - 05.2021
Graduate Research Assistant
Kansas State University
05.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Applied Family Science
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Science, Conflict Analysis and Trauma Studies
Kansas State University