Andrew Latson
Denver,CO
Summary
Dynamic Recreation Supervisor with extensive experience at City and County of Denver Parks and Recreation, excelling in budget management and staff supervision. Proven track record in program development and community outreach, enhancing youth engagement and safety compliance. Adept at fostering teamwork and resolving conflicts to create a positive recreational environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Supervisor
City And County Of Denver Parks And Recreation
Denver, Colorado
09.2023 - Current
- Oversees all programs and activities at the Montclair Recreation Center.
- Manages the budget for services, supplies, and part-time employees.
- Oversees 3 Operational Coordinators, an Aquatics Coordinator, 12-15 front desk members, and 30 lifeguards.
- Works with community partners to promote services.
- Works with maintenance to improve facility and amenity services.
Recreation Center Coordinator
City And County Of Denver Parks And Recreation
Denver, Colorado
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Main point of contact for youth sports: Montclair Recreation Center.
- Organizes rosters and teams for youth sports.
- Oversees weight room equipment checks and preventative maintenance.
- Supervises recreation assistants and representatives for daily operations.
Facility Supervisor
City of Edgewater
Edgewater, Colorado
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Supervise daily operations at the Edgewater Civic Center.
- Operation supervisor for Memorial Park, Citizens Park, and Branch Park.
- In charge of adult sports, including basketball and softball.
- Managed fitness program.
Program Manager/Assistant Director
Boys and Girls Club of Metro Denver
Aurora, CO
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Organize programs for the school-based site (STEM, athletics, education, outdoor health, and cultural arts).
- Manage the budget of supplies for programming, vendors, and other resources.
- Supervise employees who are running the programs (lesson plans and supply lists).
- Hire qualified applicants for employment, and organize training sessions (professional development and workshops).
League Supervisor
City And County Of Denver Parks And Recreation
Denver, Colorado
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Score keeping for competitive women’s league.
Health Specialist
Boys and Girls Club Metro Denver
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Taught healthy lifestyle curriculum to students (SMART Moves, GET REAL, Fitness Gram, etc.)
- Organize Outdoor Field Trips (Rock Climbing, Snowboarding/Skiing, etc.)
Recreation Instructor
Denver Parks and Recreation
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Recreation Instructor/Gym Attendant
- General cleaning and upkeeping of facility
- Provided supervision, enforced policies and procedures.
- Monitored all areas and equipment assigned; completed small equipment repairs as assigned; and performed functional inspections of equipment.
- Prepared and delivered fitness instruction to Denver East High School students
Varsity Assistant/Head Freshman Basketball Coach/Skills Development League Supervisor
Legend High School
Parker, USA
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Organized practice plan for all levels of the program.
- Oversaw strength and conditioning
Athletics Coordinator
Castle Rock Parks and Recreation
Castle Rock, USA
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Build sports programs such as T-Ball, Basketball, Soccer, Arena Flag Football, etc.
- Issued background checks on employees.
- Hired qualified officials and Supervisors
- Skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, TeamSideline, and Protect Youth Sports
Assistant Coach
Bossier City Trailblazers
Bossier City, USA
01.2014 - 12.2017
Education
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies with a concentration in Recreation
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05.2018
Skills
- Budget management
- Staff supervision
- Program development
- Facility maintenance
- Community outreach
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
- Youth sports organization
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Adaptive programming
- Youth engagement
- Problem solving
- Time management
Certification
- Certified Aquatics Facility Operator
- American Red Cross: CPR-AED/First Aid
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
- Certified Youth Sports Administrator
Organizations
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, INC.
- Colorado Parks and Recreation Association
- Minority Recreational Leadership Academy
- Denver Parks and Recreation Equality, Diverse, and Inclusion Committee
Timeline
Recreation Supervisor
City And County Of Denver Parks And Recreation
09.2023 - Current
Recreation Center Coordinator
City And County Of Denver Parks And Recreation
09.2021 - 09.2023
Facility Supervisor
City of Edgewater
10.2020 - 09.2021
Program Manager/Assistant Director
Boys and Girls Club of Metro Denver
07.2019 - 10.2020
League Supervisor
City And County Of Denver Parks And Recreation
11.2018 - 08.2019
Health Specialist
Boys and Girls Club Metro Denver
08.2018 - 07.2019
Recreation Instructor
Denver Parks and Recreation
08.2018 - 05.2019
Varsity Assistant/Head Freshman Basketball Coach/Skills Development League Supervisor
Legend High School
12.2017 - 08.2018
Athletics Coordinator
Castle Rock Parks and Recreation
05.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Coach
Bossier City Trailblazers
01.2014 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies with a concentration in Recreation
Grambling State University
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