Neil Rubens
Klamath Falls,OR
Summary
Adept at enhancing park safety and visitor experience, my tenure at NPS showcased my ability to manage incidents and navigate wilderness effectively. As a self-employed Soft Skills Trainer, I innovated training methods, emphasizing outdoor recreation management and dynamic presentation skills. Achievements include a significant improvement in training program effectiveness, leveraging both hard and soft skills to meet and exceed employer expectations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Park Ranger
NPS
Flagstaff, AZ
09.2018 - 08.2024
- Increased park safety by conducting regular patrols and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
- Supported emergency response efforts during natural disasters or medical incidents, ensuring visitor wellbeing.
- Enforced park rules consistently to protect natural resources while creating a safe environment for all visitors.
- Enforced laws and regulations within parks for campgrounds, trails, nature preserves and roadways.
Soft Skills Trainer
Self-employeed
Los Angeles, CA
01.2002 - 11.2018
- Performed research on implementation and success of training methods and techniques to create well-rounded skills development program.
- Used Software to create dynamic visuals to accompany presentations.
- Integrated blended learning techniques into program delivery, combining traditional classroom instruction with online resources for maximum learner flexibility and convenience.
- Maintained detailed records of participant progress, utilizing data to identify patterns and areas for improvement in the overall training program.
Education
Southern IL University
Carbondale IL1973
Skills
- Grounds Maintenance
- Incident Management
- Wilderness Navigation
- Outdoor Recreation Management
Timeline
Park Ranger
NPS
09.2018 - 08.2024
Soft Skills Trainer
Self-employeed
01.2002 - 11.2018
Southern IL University