Nadine Meyer

Work History

Education Director

Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center

Collaborated with staff to design engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences. Collaborated with managers to identify team weaknesses and created attack plans to resolve training gaps. Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and assessment tools. Implemented modular cadence for training to coincide with hiring and qualification cycles. Oversaw day-to-day operations of the education department, including staff supervision and training. Created, monitored and evaluated the department budget to optimize resources. Strengthened technical and operational expertise of staff through lesson planning and training seminars. Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of educational and vocational programs.

07.2021 - 03.2025

Collaborated with staff to design engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences.
Collaborated with managers to identify team weaknesses and created attack plans to resolve training gaps.
Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and assessment tools.
Implemented modular cadence for training to coincide with hiring and qualification cycles.
Oversaw day-to-day operations of the education department, including staff supervision and training.
Created, monitored and evaluated the department budget to optimize resources.
Strengthened technical and operational expertise of staff through lesson planning and training seminars.
Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of educational and vocational programs.

Regional Interpretive Naturalist

MNDNR

Developed educational materials to promote understanding of natural resources. Created educational displays with information about local ecosystems or endangered species. Researched and updated interpretive exhibits on and wildlife, environmental issues, and local plant life. Conducted regular inspections to maintain safety and quality standards. Collaborated with management to develop training programs for staff development. Provided guidance and direction to naturalists regarding job duties and responsibilities.

01.2021 - 06.2021

Developed educational materials to promote understanding of natural resources.
Created educational displays with information about local ecosystems or endangered species.
Researched and updated interpretive exhibits on and wildlife, environmental issues, and local plant life.
Conducted regular inspections to maintain safety and quality standards.
Collaborated with management to develop training programs for staff development.
Provided guidance and direction to naturalists regarding job duties and responsibilities.

Statewide Program Admin Director

Fort Snelling State Park

Oversaw park operations and maintenance to ensure visitor safety and satisfaction. Developed and implemented strategic plans for park conservation and resource management. Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for all park personnel. Coordinated budget planning and resource allocation for park initiatives and projects. Monitored compliance with environmental regulations and park policies for sustainable practices. Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the organization. Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects. Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency. Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization. Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and organizational growth. Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings. Prepared presentations for director meetings, summarizing key developments within the company. Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects. Led change management efforts to adapt to climate and health shifts and organizational needs. Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity. Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas. Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction. Spearheaded the development and launch of new products or services.

12.2019 - 01.2021

Oversaw park operations and maintenance to ensure visitor safety and satisfaction.
Developed and implemented strategic plans for park conservation and resource management.
Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for all park personnel.
Coordinated budget planning and resource allocation for park initiatives and projects.
Monitored compliance with environmental regulations and park policies for sustainable practices.
Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the organization.
Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and organizational growth.
Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings.
Prepared presentations for director meetings, summarizing key developments within the company.
Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
Led change management efforts to adapt to climate and health shifts and organizational needs.
Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
Spearheaded the development and launch of new products or services.

Assistant Manager

Tettegouche State Park

Managed daily operations to ensure visitor satisfaction and safety. Coordinated staff schedules for park coverage and events. Supervised maintenance of park facilities and equipment. Facilitated training sessions for new employees on park policies. Developed educational programs to engage visitors and promote conservation. Oversaw inventory management for supplies and equipment needs. Supervised daily operations, including scheduling shifts and assigning duties. Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information. Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner. Developed annual budgets aligning with organizational goals and priorities. Monitored departmental spending to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines. Analyzed financial reports to provide insights for strategic decision-making. Implemented cost-saving measures to enhance overall financial efficiency. Prepared detailed budget presentations for executive leadership review.

11.2016 - 12.2019

Managed daily operations to ensure visitor satisfaction and safety.
Coordinated staff schedules for park coverage and events.
Supervised maintenance of park facilities and equipment.
Facilitated training sessions for new employees on park policies.
Developed educational programs to engage visitors and promote conservation.
Oversaw inventory management for supplies and equipment needs.
Supervised daily operations, including scheduling shifts and assigning duties.
Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
Developed annual budgets aligning with organizational goals and priorities.
Monitored departmental spending to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines.
Analyzed financial reports to provide insights for strategic decision-making.
Implemented cost-saving measures to enhance overall financial efficiency.
Prepared detailed budget presentations for executive leadership review.

Assistant Manager

Frontenac State Park

Managed daily operations to ensure visitor satisfaction and safety. Coordinated staff schedules for park coverage and events. Supervised maintenance of park facilities and equipment. Facilitated training sessions for new employees on park policies. Developed educational programs to engage visitors and promote conservation. Oversaw inventory management for supplies and equipment needs. Collaborated with local organizations on community outreach initiatives. Implemented feedback systems to improve visitor experience and services. Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner. Supervised daily operations, including scheduling shifts and assigning duties. Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information. Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner. Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations. Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems. Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

03.2015 - 10.2016

Managed daily operations to ensure visitor satisfaction and safety.
Coordinated staff schedules for park coverage and events.
Supervised maintenance of park facilities and equipment.
Facilitated training sessions for new employees on park policies.
Developed educational programs to engage visitors and promote conservation.
Oversaw inventory management for supplies and equipment needs.
Collaborated with local organizations on community outreach initiatives.
Implemented feedback systems to improve visitor experience and services.
Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Supervised daily operations, including scheduling shifts and assigning duties.
Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Aquatic Education Specialist

Minnesota DNR MinnAqua Program

Developed educational programs for diverse audiences in aquatic resources. Facilitated workshops on fishing and water conservation practices. Collaborated with community organizations to promote aquatic education initiatives. Created instructional materials for teachers and youth leaders in the program. Led training sessions for volunteers and staff on educational strategies. Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and assessments. Engaged with stakeholders to enhance outreach and program visibility. Conducted research on best practices in environmental education methodologies. Incorporated a variety of teaching methods into lessons to meet diverse learning styles. Adapted materials as needed to accommodate individual student needs while adhering to established guidelines. Engaged students through activities designed to promote active learning experiences. Planned and facilitated relevant, needs-based professional learning tools, resources, and educational materials to enhance teaching skills. Recruited, trained, and evaluated part-time staff and volunteers; managed professional development activities.

01.2005 - 03.2015

Developed educational programs for diverse audiences in aquatic resources.
Facilitated workshops on fishing and water conservation practices.
Collaborated with community organizations to promote aquatic education initiatives.
Created instructional materials for teachers and youth leaders in the program.
Led training sessions for volunteers and staff on educational strategies.
Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and assessments.
Engaged with stakeholders to enhance outreach and program visibility.
Conducted research on best practices in environmental education methodologies.
Incorporated a variety of teaching methods into lessons to meet diverse learning styles.
Adapted materials as needed to accommodate individual student needs while adhering to established guidelines.
Engaged students through activities designed to promote active learning experiences.
Planned and facilitated relevant, needs-based professional learning tools, resources, and educational materials to enhance teaching skills.
Recruited, trained, and evaluated part-time staff and volunteers; managed professional development activities.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Education Director

Regional Interpretive Naturalist

Statewide Program Admin Director

Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager

Aquatic Education Specialist

Education

M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction, Adult education and teaching multicultural students emphasis

Early Childhood Administrative Certificate - South Bend, IN

B.S. - Environmental Science

Skills

Grantwriting And Administration

Certification

Committees And Boards

Awards

Training And Leadership Development

Computer Experience

Timeline

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