Dynamic Recreation Director with a proven track record at the City of Walhalla, excelling in program development and community engagement. Skilled in leadership and customer service, I successfully organized seasonal events and trained staff, enhancing participation and satisfaction. Committed to fostering teamwork and optimizing facility usage for maximum impact.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Director
City of Walhalla
Walhalla
07.2023 - 04.2025
Developed recreational programs for community engagement and participation.
Organized seasonal events to enhance community recreation offerings.
Managed facility scheduling to optimize usage of recreational spaces.
Trained staff on safety protocols and customer service techniques.
Supervised daily operations of recreation facilities and services provided.
Developed programs to meet needs of community park and recreation initiatives.
Resolved conflicts among participants or between participants and staff members in a professional manner.
Monitored registration and attendance of classes to measure public interest.
Assisted in the preparation of grant proposals seeking funding for new recreation projects or additional resources for existing ones.
Attended meetings with city officials regarding issues relating to parks, playgrounds, sports fields.
Provided guidance to participants on proper use of equipment, rules of play and safety procedures.
Assessed staffing needs related to upcoming recreational events or activities.
Office Manger and Rec Tech
City of Walhalla
Walhalla
01.2022 - 07.2024
Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues with equipment and systems.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project status and concerns.
Maintained records and files to support administrative functions effectively.
Supervised front desk activities and provided exceptional customer service.
Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Set up field maintenance equipment before and after each game.
Graduate Assistant Coach Women's Basketball
Southern Wesleyan University Central
Central
08.2019 - 03.2021
Assisted head coach in developing training programs for student-athletes.
Coordinated practice schedules to maximize team performance and athlete development.
Provided mentorship to student-athletes, fostering personal and athletic growth.
Analyzed game footage to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Facilitated communication between coaching staff, players, and parents regarding expectations.
Encouraged a positive team atmosphere by fostering relationships between players, coaches and staff members.
Traveled with teams for away games, providing support as needed throughout the duration of trips.
Supervised locker room activities before games, ensuring all equipment was accounted for.
Analyzed post-game data from previous contests to identify areas needing improvement or further development.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SC
05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Recreation And Sport Management
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SC
05-2019
Skills
Customer service
Team building
Leadership
Communication
Time management
Self-motivation
Office experience
Strong work ethic
Timeline
Recreation Director
City of Walhalla
07.2023 - 04.2025
Office Manger and Rec Tech
City of Walhalla
01.2022 - 07.2024
Graduate Assistant Coach Women's Basketball
Southern Wesleyan University Central
08.2019 - 03.2021
Master of Science - Business Administration
Southern Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Recreation And Sport Management