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Benjamin Jarrell

Miami Springs,FL

Summary

College graduate with a double major in Disaster Management and Public Administration seeking a career in the Emergency Services field. Served as Lodge Chief of the BSA (Boy Scouts of America) South Florida Council Honor Society and a member of the BSA’s South Florida Council Executive Board, which provides the progaram to over 20,000 youth across Broward, Dade, and Monroe Counties. Planed and lead a volunteer eagle scout project to replace light poles at the Miami Springs Optimist Club. Provided leadership during the planning and execution of fundraising, volunteering, camping, and fellowship events that saw individual attendance of over 600 members. Planned the annual lodge leadership development training, which saw workshops that taught over 30 members leadership, planning, and management skills. Oversaw the development of the lodges budget, including the presentation of bids and approval of expenditures. Presented monthly reports to the honor society’s state level executive board. Facilitated the communication of information to over 600 honor society members through email and social media. Served as the liaison between the honor society and outside entities including local businesses, city governments, and other volunteering organizations

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lifeguard

City Of Miami Springs
10.2021 - Current
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep the pool clean and functioning properly.

Umpire

Doral Little League
06.2021 - Current
  • Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship
  • Enforced the rules and regulations fairly and accurately.

Head Umpire

Miami Springs Little League
10.2018 - Current
  • Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship
  • Enforced rules and regulations fairly and accurately.
  • Worked with league officials to manage the scheduling of umpires for games.

Golf Cart Attendant

City Of Miami Springs
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Prepared golf carts by stocking pencils, tees, scorecards.
  • Maintained clean carts by washing and disinfecting between customers during Covid-19 pandemic.
  • Recovered golf balls from the driving range.

Climbing Merit Badge Instructor

Camp Rainey Mountain
06.2020 - 07.2020
  • Taught climbing, repelling, and belaying skills.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following, and teaching, safety protocols and checking equipment.
  • Evaluated climbers and ensured that requirements they met were signed off as completed.
  • Worked to create a positive culture and encouraged new climbers to reach their goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Disaster Management And Public Policy & Service

Florida International University
Miami, FL
12.2023

State Certification - Florida Minimum Standards Firefighter I And II

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
04.2024

State Certification - Emergency Medical Technician

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
07.2024

High School Diploma -

Miami Springs Sr High
Miami Springs FL
06.2020

Skills

  • CPR and First Aid Proficiency
  • Victim Rescue
  • Project Management
  • Works well in a team
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Microsoft Excel

Accomplishments

  • Eagle Scout
  • Order of the Arrow Vigil Honor Member
  • 2021-2022 Lodge Chief for South Florida Council BSA
  • Contingent Leader for 9 day backpacking trip at Philmont Scout Ranch

Certification

  • Florida Minimum Standards Firefighter I and II
  • Emergency Medical Responder EMR
  • American Red Cross Shallow Water Lifeguard with First Aid and CPR/AED
  • American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor



Timeline

Lifeguard

City Of Miami Springs
10.2021 - Current

Umpire

Doral Little League
06.2021 - Current

Golf Cart Attendant

City Of Miami Springs
01.2021 - 04.2021

Climbing Merit Badge Instructor

Camp Rainey Mountain
06.2020 - 07.2020

Head Umpire

Miami Springs Little League
10.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Disaster Management And Public Policy & Service

Florida International University

State Certification - Florida Minimum Standards Firefighter I And II

Miami Dade College

State Certification - Emergency Medical Technician

Miami Dade College

High School Diploma -

Miami Springs Sr High
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