MWR Community Recreation Director

• Mar 2023 - Present

Provide support to 9 MWR Managers across all Naval Base Ventura County Installations (Port Hueneme, Point Mugu, San Nicolas Island). Program oversight includes: -Port Hueneme: Ticket Office, Theater, Bowling, Bars, Liberty, Gear Rental, Storages, Golf, RV Park-Point Mugu: Auto Skills, All Hands Recreation Center, Gear Rental, Bowling, Ticket Office, RV Park, Campgrounds, Beach Motel-San Nicolas Island: Dining Services, Fitness, Recreation, Liberty, Theater, Bowling, Gear Rental Show less

Recreation Assistant

• Jan 2022 - Mar 2023

Site Manager (Fitness/Recreation Manager)

• Sep 2020 - Jan 2022

Originally hired as the SNI Fitness Manager. Responsibilities quickly increased to include oversight of Fitness, Community Recreation, and Dining Services programs at SNI.Served as the on-site manager, representative, and technical advisor to the MWR Installation Program Director (N92), Installation Fitness Director, Installation Community Recreation Director, and Installation Dining Services Director for the planning, organization, administration, management, and supervision of SNI MWR programs and activities.Primary MWR advisor to the SNI Officer in Charge (OIC) for matters pertaining to MWR policies and the current and future delivery of MWR programs and services.Provided oversight to SNI MWR facilities and programs which included: All Hands Food & Beverage Operation & Bar, Fitness Center, Softball Field, Racquetball Court, Tennis Court, Basketball Gym, Swimming Pool, Movie Theater, Small Bowling Center, and Gear Rental.Provided direct and indirect supervision to 25+ civilian staff members and 5+ military Culinary Specialist (CS) through APF and NAF funding sources.Continuously monitored, supervised, and evaluated MWR programs at the site level, to ensure that high quality products and services are provided to active-duty military personnel, and authorized patrons on board NBVC, SNI.Responsible for the planning and execution of large and small events across Port Hueneme, Point Mugu, and SNI. Events included trivia nights, movie nights, monthly 5ks, Mud Run, Armed Forces Triathlon, Battle of Commands, etc. Responsible for the preparation and execution of an operational budget of $1.9 million; and secured multiple CNIC program grants.Temporary oversight of the Port Hueneme Fitness program which includes: 2 Fitness Centers, 4 Softball fields, Gymnasium, and Group Exercise programs. Show less

MWR Community Recreation Aid

• Jul 2018 - Sep 2020

Support the programs within the Community Recreation Department; including events, trips, and classes.

Youth Sports & Fitness Coordinator

• Feb 2017 - Jul 2018

Provided oversight to all youth sports leagues, classes, camp, and clinics.Supervised 20-40 volunteer coaches and 3-4 staff members. Planned, organized, and provided a year-round supervised youth sports and fitness program that included the social, recreational, and educational program components for participating youth in the primary age groups of 3-18 years of age. Responsible for the administration of the Navy Youth Fitness programs, which included the implementation of the Youth Fitness Core Service Areas: Sports, Fitness, Health and Nutrition, Outdoor Recreation, and Motor Skills Development.Developed and maintained a monthly calendar of all youth fitness and sports activities and events.Maintained appropriate records and reports of participation, payments.Ensured space was available and adequate to meet all programming needs.Verified the safe and proper conditions of all fields, courts, facilities, areas and grounds utilized by the Youth Fitness program.Coordinated field maintenance.Interacted actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers and/or employees.Ensured that appropriate sportsman-like conduct is maintained, via behavior modeling by CYP employees, volunteer coaches and other adult participants. Supervised youth fitness and sports activities and enforces rules and regulations concerning dress, conduct, and equipment and game rules. Show less

MWR Community Recreation Assistant (Programmer)

• Jun 2016 - Mar 2017

Created the foundation for the newly created Community Recreation program. Planned and executed events, classes, and trips for military the military communities at Port Hueneme and Point Mugu.

Child and Youth Program Assistant

• Jun 2015 - Jun 2016

Developed and Implemented youth sports, fitness, recreation, education, and entertainmentactivities for youth between the ages of 5-18. Supported the Navy CYP and Youth Sports & Fitness programs by participating in all programevents and functions.

Recreation Manager

• Jan 2022 - Mar 2023

Directed and managed the development, operations, and growth of the recreation division to meet the needs of the community. Provided leadership and oversight to all city Recreation programs: Fitness, Youth Sports, Youth Programs, Senior Programs, Adult Sports, Youth Camps, Special Events, Park Permitting, and Sports Contracting. Determined and implemented long and short-range recreational planning objectives, program evaluation, and conducts community needs assessments. Prepared and administered a $3.3 million budget for Recreation Department facilities and programs. Served as a technical advisor to citizens, boards, commissions, and other departments and organizations including periodic reports to the Parks & Recreation Commission, Council Committees, and City Council. Developed policies and procedures, programs, and objectives for leisure, recreational, cultural, and sports programs and recreational facilities including to achieve improved economy and efficiency in recreation program operations. Presented potential capital improvement projects. Represented department at various Committee and City Council meetings. Negotiated all contracts that involved city parks, sports complexes, and recreation facilities. Developed tools for proper program planning such as Activity Plans, Cost-Plus, and After-Action Report. Established a partnership with Game Changer to livestream all youth sports matches. Facilitated and executed process for My Rec (new registration software) for recreation, the zoo, and visitor center. Worked with city leadership to develop a strategic plan and vision for the Adult Recreation Center. Collaboratively developed a 5-year strategic plan for the overall department. Successfully secured a liquor license from the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department. Show less

Director of Sports and Youth Programs

• Jul 2018 - Sep 2019

Served as the technical advisor for all matters related to adult sports, youth sports, youth programs, and resident camp. Responsible for ensuring the growth of youth sports leagues through quantitative and qualitative measures. Directly responsible for the expansion of adult sports leagues. Supervised approximately 30 staff and 40 volunteers. Created and managed an operational budget of approximately $300,000; and secured donations and grants totaling a monetary value of approximately $15,000 Implemented new programming and provided growth to existing programming. Increased participation by an average of 50 participants per quarterly session and resident camp to its full capacity. Served as the staff liaison for board members and other volunteers that served on boards and commissions. Led the teen engagement, adaptive programming, and facility utilization task forces. Show less

AVID Tutor

• Oct 2012 - Jan 2016

Tutored students in small groups, assisting them in all subject areas. Tutored students in small groups, assisting them in all subject areas.

Program Staff

• Jan 2015 - Jun 2015

Planned and led activities for school-aged-care children at the Oak View after school program. Planned and led activities for school-aged-care children at the Oak View after school program.

Child Watch Aide

• Jan 2014 - Oct 2014

Provided supervision for children within the on-site childcare facility.

Youth Sports Instructor

• Jan 2014 - Oct 2014

Taught/Coached children of various ages in Soccer, Basketball, Racquetball, etc.

After The Bell Aide

• Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

Aided in providing a safe, nurturing environment for Jr. High students from Anacapa Middle School in order for them to focus on school work, physical education, and the four core values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Day Camp Counselor

• Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

Worked with a small group of children to implement activities, which incorporated Character Counts and asset building components, providing leadership to the program, and ensuring safety for all YMCA participants.