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Jared McGovernjarmcg@gmail.com

755 Chestnut St. Dubuque, IA 52001

(563)-590-8060Objective:

My objective is to live life happily, spend time in the outdoors, and make the lives and experiences of others enriching, fun, and memorable.

Education:Clarke University, Dubuque, IA

January 2016-PresentMasters of Organizational Leadership

Iowa State University, Ames, IAAugust 2004-May 2008Bachelor of Science DegreeMajor: Animal EcologyEmphasis Area: InterpretationMinor: Anthropology

Work Experience:National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Dubuque, Iowa

January 2015-Present Education Programs Manager

Lead in visioning and growth initiatives Lead in positive department cultural change Lead in growing revenue generating sectors of the education department with

the ultimate goal of expanding our education presence in the community and within our organization

Nurture the strengths of our educators and bring their passions to the surface by creating a trusting environment where power and responsibility are given away

Strengthen inter and intra organizational partnerships and relationships Take risks and experiment. No one has ever done anything truly unique who is

afraid of failure Recruit, hire, and prepare educators for their purposeful work Coordinate and deliver afterschool programming, evening programming,

camps, special events, and community outreach programs ect… Assist in grant applications, assist in the management of grant funds, and assist

in project development, budgeting, and education pricing structures Believe in the power of people, that leaders are passionate in many things, that

leadership is influence, nothing more, and that work should be FUN! University of Wisconsin Platteville, Platteville, Wisconsin

February 2014-January 2015 Community Outreach Coordinator

Coordinated and lead community enrichment programming and the annual College for Kids and Middle University camp

Implemented new STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) project based education for youth and adults focusing on conservation issues in the Driftless Area

Grant research, writing, and implementation. Developed marketing and promotion plans Recruited new educators and developed community relationships and

partnerships Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, Cedar Hill, Texas

September 2013-January 2014 Education Manager

Facilitated, trained, and assigned educators and volunteers to lead educational programming for school groups, and other Dogwood Canyon visitors

Created and lead outdoor educational programming aligned with Texas state standards to students of all ages

Worked closely with area educators on project based learning opportunities Coordinated community educational events

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Represented the National Audubon Society in a professional manor at all times National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Dubuque, Iowa

July 2010 – September 2013 Education Coordinator

Hired, trained, and scheduled educators Facilitated and assigned educators to guided school groups, educational

stations, camps, and community outreach programs Created, presented, coordinated educational activities pertaining to the natural

history and history of America’s rivers Developed education curriculum and facilitated the 1 Mississippi, become a

River Citizen Campaign and citizen science opportunities Assisted in grant applications, managed grant funds and assisted in project

budgeting Provided a welcoming environment for all visitors to the National Mississippi

River Museum and AquariumSouth Dakota Game Fish and Parks with The Outdoor Campus East

October 2008 to June 2010Program Naturalist

Instructed and developed on site and off site school programs, group programs, and community programs to adults and children of all ages and developmental abilities

Worked closely with volunteers and provided amazing customer service to visitors of The Outdoor Campus East

Supervised interns, scheduled and developed programs for winter, spring, summer and fall seasons

Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry, PennsylvaniaMay 2008 – October 2008 Naturalist

Explored the Pocono Mountains and created some life long memories and personal/professional contacts with talented and passionate educators

Interpreted the ecology of the Pocono Mountains in an outdoor setting Facilitated team building activities and confidence exercises Designed educational displays, activities, and curriculum

Iowa State University Insect ZooSeptember 2007 – May 2008Insect Zoo Outreach Educator/Interpreter

Interpreted insects to grades 1st through 12th Interpreted ISU Insect Zoo display tables at various events Awarded best project for my development of insect displays and curriculum as

part of a work study program within the College of Agriculture at Iowa State University

Activities and Honors:Honors:

Graduated cum laude from Iowa State University Received the Senior Contribution Award from ISU College of Agriculture in 2008

Activities: Certified Program Planner through the Learning Resources Network Certified Iowa Master River Steward Facilitator Certified Wisconsin Master Naturalist Facilitator Coordinate Frog Watch USA within the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. Presented on Frog Watch USA at the 2012 ICEC conference on Lake Rathbun Facilitated students participating in the Nation Student Summit on Oceans and Climate in Feb.

201l and again in March 2013. Facilitated students participating in the 2011 Coastal Zone Summit at the John G Shed

Aquarium. Project Wild, Project Wet, Agriculture In the Class Room, Project Wild for early childhood,

Flying Wild, Fish Iowa trained Field research experience in marine bird surveying with Western Washington University I also enjoy hiking, fishing, running, swimming, playing basketball, golfing, conversing with,

and meeting new people, and moviesVolunteer Opportunities and Board Appointments:

Mines of Spain State Recreation Area programming volunteer

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Dubuque Jaycees 100 plus men who care Current board member of the Iowa Great Places Citizen Advisory Board

For more information, please visit my LinkedIn account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-mcgovern-02b22154?trk=hp-identity-name