Experience

Madison Square Park Conservancy

• United States
• Fundraising
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Manager Corporate Relationships

  • Jun 2021 - Present

• Corporate Relations and HR Manager

  • Sep 2020 - Jun 2021

  Marketing activations • Coordinate marketing activation requests and negotiate related contributions • Present activation requests to the Community Board, Parks Department, and other agencies • Provide planning assistance and onsite management for marketing, cultural, and special events Film Shoots • Coordinate film shoot requests and related contributions • Provide on-site management to minimize impact on daily operations and parkgoers Corporate Membership &… Show more Marketing activations • Coordinate marketing activation requests and negotiate related contributions • Present activation requests to the Community Board, Parks Department, and other agencies • Provide planning assistance and onsite management for marketing, cultural, and special events Film Shoots • Coordinate film shoot requests and related contributions • Provide on-site management to minimize impact on daily operations and parkgoers Corporate Membership & Volunteers • Develop and implement Corporate, Public, and Individual volunteer programs Sponsorships • Manage and implement contractual agreements with our sponsors Human Resources • Develop SOPs for recruitment, professional development, and performance management • Interview prospective candidates • Assist Director of HR in documenting disciplinary and counseling actions

• Senior Park Manger

  • Mar 2018 - Sep 2020

  Greater New York City Area • Directly supervised a team of 11 operational employees. • Participated in outreach, interview, selection and evaluation of Conservancy grounds staff. • Developed staff training program for managerial employees. • Provided onsite management for marketing, cultural, and special events. • Assisted in the coordination of dedicated law enforcement in the park. • Acted as liaison with Parks Department supervisors and tradesmen to achieve necessary repairs and improvements. •… Show more • Directly supervised a team of 11 operational employees. • Participated in outreach, interview, selection and evaluation of Conservancy grounds staff. • Developed staff training program for managerial employees. • Provided onsite management for marketing, cultural, and special events. • Assisted in the coordination of dedicated law enforcement in the park. • Acted as liaison with Parks Department supervisors and tradesmen to achieve necessary repairs and improvements. • Worked with horticultural staff to plan and oversee horticultural development and maintenance. • Increased volunteer programs participation rate by 25%. • Increased film revenue by 85%; trained additional film coordinators. Created staff work schedules and processed timesheets.

• Park Manager

  • Apr 2016 - Mar 2018

• Operations Associate

  • Apr 2015 - Mar 2016

  • Assist Director of Park Operations and Horticulture with administrative tasks and supervision of employees to ensure that the park and Worth Square are presented, maintained, and operated at the highest standards of cleanliness and good repair; • Assist in the capital and day-to-day planning, scheduling and implementation of all maintenance, repair, and improvement projects affecting the park and its facilities; • Coordinate volunteer projects with corporate groups and… Show more • Assist Director of Park Operations and Horticulture with administrative tasks and supervision of employees to ensure that the park and Worth Square are presented, maintained, and operated at the highest standards of cleanliness and good repair; • Assist in the capital and day-to-day planning, scheduling and implementation of all maintenance, repair, and improvement projects affecting the park and its facilities; • Coordinate volunteer projects with corporate groups and members; • Coordinate film shoot requests and related contributions; provide on-site management; • Assist in the review, recommendations, and procurement of purchases for park operations; • Collect, track, and process park-related invoices.



Brooklyn Boulders LLC

• Belay Staff

  • Jan 2015 - Mar 2015

  • Supervised young climbers in group environments; • Mitigated risk by ensuring climbers followed gym regulations and demonstrated proper falling, belaying and bouldering techniques; • Assisted front desk in high volume intake and sales situations.



NYC Department of Parks & Recreation

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Urban Park Ranger

  • Nov 2013 - Nov 2014

  • Lead education and recreation-based programs for school groups, teen internships, summer camps, and adults in natural areas throughout the City; • Patrol parks property, providing a uniformed presence and enforcing NYC Parks’ Rules and Regulations; • Respond to animal conditions while utilizing proper safety equipment; • Fielding program requests and information via telephone, email and in person.



Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services

• Park Ranger

  • Apr 2013 - Nov 2013

  • Developed a NYC skyline tour program and training manual for volunteers and park rangers; • Designed interactive children’s exhibits that highlight Roosevelt Island’s historical and biological diversity; • Educated visitors on FDR’s life and presidency, Louis Kahn’s architectural design, and New York’s history; • Assisted in sales and merchandise inventory of park concessions; • Greeted visitors, managed inquiries, enforced park policies in a professional manner.



The New York Botanical Garden

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Public Education Weekend Assistant

  • Jan 2013 - Apr 2013

  • Assisted in running events such as concerts, curator-led tours, and festivals; • Solicited public participation and recorded visitors’ experiences; • Disseminated public education practices and policies to event volunteers.



Maryland Park Service

• Conservation Corps Member

  • Oct 2011 - Aug 2012

  Tuckahoe State Park • Developed environmental programming for visitors to the Tuckahoe State Park Complex; • Presented wildlife programming, nature center activities, ropes challenge course, canoe trips, and other special events; • Provided daily wildlife care to non-releasable raptors and reptiles in Scales and Tales (S&T) program; • Performed park maintenance duties: hazardous tree removal, construction for park aviary, general facility improvements, etc.



American Red Cross in Greater New York

• Youth Services Manager

  • Aug 2010 - Aug 2011

  Greater New York City Area • Coordinated service projects and activities for 20 Red Cross High School Clubs (approx. 1200+ youth volunteers); • Developed policies, procedures, and curriculum for high school clubs, regarding Measles Initiative awareness, national emergency preparedness, and Exploring Humanitarian Law; • Managed planning and development for annual Red Cross Club Benefit Concert; • Managed monthly Club Advisory Board meetings for club leaders, developing agendas, time management, coordinating… Show more • Coordinated service projects and activities for 20 Red Cross High School Clubs (approx. 1200+ youth volunteers); • Developed policies, procedures, and curriculum for high school clubs, regarding Measles Initiative awareness, national emergency preparedness, and Exploring Humanitarian Law; • Managed planning and development for annual Red Cross Club Benefit Concert; • Managed monthly Club Advisory Board meetings for club leaders, developing agendas, time management, coordinating presentations, and teaching leadership skills; • Served as a liaison between CAB officers and the Staff Engagement Department; • Recruited volunteers and evaluated program’s sustainability. Show less


Boston University’s The Media Group
• Media Assistant

  • Sep 2006 - May 2010

Pilot Film & TV Productions Ltd.
• United Kingdom
• Entertainment
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Production Assistant Intern

  • 2009 - 2009