●Lead interdisciplinary team to implement innovative programs in Chickasaw County, fostering partnerships in Agriculture/Natural Resources, Human Sciences, and Economic Development●Manage budgets and monitor project accounts, securing grants, sponsorships, and diverse funding streams to sustain program operations for fiscal responsibility and sustainability ●Cultivate positive relationships with stakeholders, including civic organizations and businesses, enhancing Chickasaw County Extension's visibility and community engagement ●Oversee office operations and staff management, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures, contributing to efficient office functioning

● Planned and coordinated the Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities conference which brought together more than 100 professionals in more than 30 interactive learning sessions● Organized and facilitated 12 strategic planning sessions in 4 communities as part of the Entrepreneurial Communities Activation Process which assists communities with business development, long-term planning, and community vitality efforts● Conducted needs assessments, developed curriculum, and trained colleagues in person and virtually on program offerings to build capacity within communities and engage a broad audience● Established strong working relationships with nearly 60 communities and numerous colleagues at all levels of the organization to collaborate on initiatives● Secured grant funding for 2 major projects focused on community business development and disaster resilience equity

● Co-created a mentoring program with College students, faculty, staff, and alumni for first-generation students and selected 18 individuals for a pilot program● Presented “A New Level of Engagement: Fostering First-Generation Students in Colleges of Agriculture” during the 2020 National Agricultural Alumni Development Association Virtual Conference

● Assisted in promoting US red meat exports and developing international markets by designing marketing materials and monitoring developments related to current issues● Summarized reports, synthesized information, and drafted notes to share with international and domestic staff to help with developing marketing tactics

● Compiled information from departments and programs to design the Annual Report and highlight College achievements ● Assisted with office tasks, such as answering phones, to connect students and partners with on-campus services

● Promoted CASNR and recruited potential students by connecting with youth and their parents through tours, presentations, and one-on-one conversation in person and in writing● Created promotional marketing materials using a variety of graphic design programs

● Organized and oversaw the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute to impact more than 200 high school students by coordinating logistics, securing funding through grants and donations, managing delegates and volunteers, and communicating with stakeholders● Led Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council and coordinated outreach efforts in communities statewide by designing social media content and press releases and engaging with agricultural businesses ● Served as Head Counselor for the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council (NAYC)● Led bi-weekly meetings of the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council (NAYC)● Oversaw the planning and implementation of elementary school outreach projects including elementary classroom visits and Urban Youth Farm Tours● Oversaw the planning and implementation of high school outreach efforts including State FFA Convention workshops and high school classroom visits● Oversaw the coordination of outreach efforts with the NAYC Alumni Board and Board of Directors● Led personal development events and activities for members of NAYC● Fund-raised to help cover costs of annual NAYI and NAYC activities. This included connecting with sponsors and writing grant proposals● Assisted NDA's Public Information Officer with the successful completion of other events, including the Elite Showmanship Competition at the NE State Fair and the Governor's Ag Conference

● Assisted with constituent services by answering phones, giving Capitol tours, writing letters, and guiding meetings to ensure constituent messages are heard● Researched issues and attended briefings and lobbying meetings to track legislation moving through the Senate

● Perform clerical tasks such as processing transcripts and answering phones to provide students with necessary academic services in a timely manner● Aid Graduation Services by helping Senior Checkers stay organized so they can ensure graduates fulfill graduation requirements

● Planned lessons for science and reading clubs for K-6 students● Taught lesson activities with club leaders to engage students in active learning

● Organized Microsoft Excel sales reports for Grower Segmentation project and designed advertising brochures and posters for Harvest of Thanks event● Accompanied employees on sales calls and crop scouting assignments to explore different aspects of the company and cooperative system

●Fed and walked animals boarded over the weekend●Assisted technicians and veterinarians with x-rays and other procedures●Administered medications via oral medications, IVs, and shots