Meghan Pierson
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Motivated Colorado School of Mines student working toward an Environmental Engineering degree. Hardworking and resourceful individual with commendable organizational and time management abilities. Extrovert who enjoys academic and professional collaboration with peers and coworkers. Committed to developing a career path and expanding work experience in environmental engineering and conservation fields. Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS mapping software.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Aquatics Manager
City Of Golden
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised aquatic staff and administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
- Monitored pH, chlorine, alkalinity and water hardness and took steps to maintain pool at optimal levels.
- Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed first aid, CPR and other emergency management services.
- Conducted in-service training, meetings and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional staff to enrich aquatic programs by coordinating schedule with general program operations.
- Assigned schedules and specific tasks to workers for optimal coverage.
- Trained workers in service policies, safety requirements and specifics of activities.
Lifeguard Manager
City Of Golden
05.2022 - Current
- Scheduled 4-16 lifeguards to provide adequate coverage of pool areas during operating hours.
- Opened and closed pool at designated hours of operation and made decisions for closing pool due to inappropriate chemical levels, inclement weather, and low water temperature.
- Scheduled, coordinated and conducted in-service training for 40+ lifeguards to promote full competence in first aid, CPR, and water rescue techniques.
- Earned Water Safety Instructor certification and managed beachfront safety.
- Directed and oversaw maintenance records and incident reports.
- Monitored pool area for violations and potential hazardous situations.
- Evaluated employees' daily job performance by adhering to development plans and personnel performance action plans.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Swim Lesson Instructor
City Of Golden
05.2022 - Current
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
Tutor Volunteer
Chanhassen High School
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct academic weaknesses.
- Assisted students with homework using curriculum and materials provided by program.
- Taught study skills and other methods for test preparation.
- Guided students in STEM related subjects by reviewing students' textbooks and materials.
- Developed enrichment materials resource files for use in tutorial sessions.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering
Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO05.2025
Skills
- Groundwater Sampling
- Proficiency with AutoCAD
- Emergency Situation Management
- Preparing Written Reports
- Technical Documentation
- Data Analysis
- GIS Mapping
- CPR Certified
- Energy Modeling
- Water Quality Testing
- First Aid
- Data Modeling
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Aquatics Manager
City Of Golden
05.2023 - Current
Lifeguard Manager
City Of Golden
05.2022 - Current
Swim Lesson Instructor
City Of Golden
05.2022 - Current
Tutor Volunteer
Chanhassen High School
09.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering
Colorado School of Mines
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