Jennifer Burden

Experience

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  University of Texas at Austin

  Nov 2005 - May 2009

  Head Lifeguard

  • Supervised a staff of up to 8 coworkers• Created schedules and organized data for staff of up to 75• Handled patron relations and maintained a high standard of customer service• Conducted HR duties such as hiring and payroll

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  YMCA Camp Grady Spruce

  May 2008 - Jul 2008

  Head Wrangler

  Developed riding program and activities for camps ages 6-12Led trail rides daily for campersSupervised staff of 2 and coordinated with two other lead wranglersFed, tacked, and managed a herd of 27 horsesActed as administrative staff and worked with camp director to coordinate activities

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  7D Ranch

  May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Kid's Wrangler - Seasonal

  Developed and maintained a structured children’s riding programTook guests on guided trail rides through the Shoshone National ParkCreated children’s program, including games, activities, and educational presentationsWorked as a team member to monitor horses and children of guestsLed educational programs for children ages 5-16 covering topics such as the natural surroundings, horses, horse health, and Wyoming/American history.

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  Texas State University

  Aug 2009 - Aug 2011

  Instructional Assistant

  Provided supplemental instruction for students in introductory history classesOrganized, graded, and returned up to 120 exams and assignmentsLed group and individual study sessions on topics of American history from Columbus to present day.Coursework as a graduate student included a high concentration of non-profit specific classes, focusing on development, stewardship, accountability, volunteer management, mission adherent, and other important pieces that make 501(c)3s successful Projects included Cultural Resource Management survey of the LBJ National Historic Park Secret Service hut, over 6 published academic articles on Texas Music, creating an exhibit and fundraising proposal for the Austin Steam Train Association, and building a mock 501(c)3 from the ground up, including mission, strategic plan, budget, and governance documents. Show less

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  National Park Service

  May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Interpretive Ranger - Seasonal

  Give Interpretive Ranger talks to park visitorsManage visitor’s desk at the Visitor’s Center and USS Cairo MuseumDeveloped interpretive posters for placement in the park

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  Neill-Cochran House Museum

  Aug 2011 - Nov 2012

  Project Coordinator

  Coordinated, planned, and executed special events such as weddings, parties, and promotional eventsWorked with board members to create new and innovative fundraising and membership eventsEstablished partnerships with local businesses and private donors to support museum programming with face-to-face solicitations and mail marketing.Developed social media and other online marketing campaignsManaged membership program and donor groupLed fundraising and sponsorship recruitment Assisted with education programs and helped design education materials for museum programs Scheduled all museum events, tours, rentals, and meetings and kept calendar up to date of these eventsResearched and developed museum collections policies and emergency plan Show less

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  City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department

  Nov 2012 - Apr 2013

  Park Ranger

  City of Austin Parks and Recreation Nov. 2012-April 2013Park Ranger Austin, Texas• Developed educational, recreational, and outreach programs for park users handling issues affecting natural and cultural resources• Researched and coordinated new trainings for Rangers to diversify skill sets• Created and dispensed branded educational materials about safety during recreation and park usage• Enforced park rules to ensure all park patrons left with a positive experience and resources remained protected Show less

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  City of Cedar Park

  Apr 2013 - Sept 2014

  Recreation Specialist

  City of Cedar Park Parks and Recreation April 2013- August 2014Recreation Specialist Cedar Park, Texas• Coordinated and developed volunteer-assisted educational programming as sole outdoor education instructor, including Cedar Park Kid Fish, National Trail Day, Cedar Bark Festival, Babysitter Boot camp, Texas Hunter Education, and Cave Day• Fostered new, lasting partnerships between budding outdoor programming and business, county, state, andnational sponsors and supporters• Successfully procured grants for new programming, such as the Wal-Mart Foundation for Kid Fish, a self-initiated public program aimed at increasing department awareness and fostering positive brand image in the community• Performed personnel duties such as hiring, scheduling, employee promotions, reviews, and discipline, managed a staff of 10 Show less

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  Family Eldercare

  Aug 2014 - Feb 2018

  Special Event Lead / Development Associate

  RELEVANT EXPERIENCE- 6+ Years of Nonprofit Fundraising, Donor Cultivation, and Event PlanningFamily Eldercare August 2014- PresentSpecial Event Lead | Development Associate Austin, Texas• Coordination of special events, including Gears for the Years, Summer Fan Drive, Fan Fare Friday, Swinging Fore Seniors Golf Tournament, Holiday Giving Drive, Season for Caring, Austin Gives Miles, and Amplify Austin• Establishment, coordination, and execution of new major fundraising event, charity bike ride Gears for the Years.•Work with Development Director to foster positive donor relations and lifetime giving through a moves management process. Secure sponsorships and major gifts as large as $25,000 or more.•Utilize Raiser’s Edge to manage giving portfolio for annual giving, foundation giving, event support, board giving, and other donor prospects•Develop and design marketing materials for events, giving campaigns, and donor communications• Manage content development and planning of monthly agency social media calendar aimed at increasing online traffic• Conduct off-site pitches to donors, organizations, and corporations for donation solicitations and donor cultivation, creating a strong community presence for the Family Eldercare mission•Volunteer coordination and community coordination for special events, including solicitation of major sponsors, fundraising, social media outreach, and direct mail campaigns. Show less

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  Texan by Nature

  Feb 2018 - now

  - Manages a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation giving of $2M+ annually. In collaboration with the CEO, has grown TxN’s revenue from $1.2M to $2.3M+- Develops prospective donors and retains existing constituents through communications, outreach, reporting, and honest, transparent, and professional relationship building based on trust and mutual benefit. - Scopes and executes projects that align with trusted frameworks, including UN SDG, allowing corporate partners to claim benefits that help them reach their ESG goals. - Works with corporate and foundation partners to identify programs, projects, and initiatives that meet the reporting and verification needs of the donor, vetting opportunities and presenting the most beneficial options. - Expands influence and maintains the positive reputation of Texan by Nature at all times. Show less

  • Director Of Development

    Feb 2022 - now

  • Development Manager

    Feb 2018 - Feb 2022