Brandon Cowhey
Geneva,IL
Summary
Motivated and eager to apply problem-solving and organizational skills when faced with any challenge. Seeking leadership opportunities to expand skills and gain experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Fox Valley Park District
Aurora, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Observed sections of assigned water zones.
- Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.
- Collaborated closely with team to identify issues and solve challenges presented.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
Youth Advisory Board Member
State of Illinois Youth Budget Commission
, IL
10.2022 - Current
- Attend bi-weekly meetings through teleconferencing with the governor's panel.
- Advise panel on how to best utilize state funds on young people in Illinois.
Social Studies National Honor Society Officer
Geneva School District 304
Geneva, IL
09.2022 - Current
- Help lead meetings for the honor society.
- Plan and collaborate with members and other leaders to plan service projects.
City of Geneva Student Government President
Geneva School District 304
Geneva, IL
10.2021 - Current
- Plan and run regular committee meetings .
- Collaborate with the club members to set club scheduling and operations.
- Work directly with city officials to discuss local topics and plan community events.
Youth Attendant
St. Charles Park District
St. Charles, IL
09.2021 - Current
- Supervise youth in an open-gym and free play environment.
- Interact with youth to maintain a positive and enjoyable environment.
Paddlewheel Riverboat Deckhand
St. Charles Park District
St. Charles, IL
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats and equipment from drifting away.
- Safely and efficiently completed cruises as navigation look-out.
- Managed guest reservations aboard the vessel.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
Lifeguard
St Charles Park District
St. Charles, IL
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Observed sections of assigned water zones.
- Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.
- Collaborated closely with team to identify issues and solve challenges presented.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
Sensory Cove Swim Lesson Instructor
St. Charles Park District
St. Charles, IL
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked with autistic swim lesson students to accomplish tasks and build practical skills.
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Cook/Cashier
Atlas Chicken Shack
Geneva, IL
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Resolved customer complaints and escalated worsening concerns for remediation.
Volunteer
Sodexo and Geneva School District 304
Geneva, IL
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Prepped, packaged, and distributed government-subsidized food to local families in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Education
High School Diploma -
Geneva Community High School
Geneva, IL06.2023
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Communication
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Responsibility
- Leadership
- Planning and coordination
Accomplishments
- Geneva High School Student of the Month, Nov. 2019
- Geneva High School Academic Achievement Award recipient for six consecutive semesters
- Two Illinois Swimming Recognition Awards
- Academic All Conference Athlete
- Illinois Swimming State Qualifier
- College Board's AP Scholar Award
Affiliations
- Nominated by Senator Tammy Duckworth to the United States Naval Academy
- Nominated by Representative Lauren Underwood to the United States Naval Academy
- Member of Illinois State Senator Donald Dewitte's Youth Advisory Council
- Invited to and attended the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference
- Accepted to and attended the United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar Program
- Accepted to and attended the United States Air Force Academy Summer Seminar Program
- Accepted to the United States Military Academy Summer Leader's Experience
- National Honor Society
- National English Honor Society
- National Social Studies Honor Society
- Selected to be a Viking Ambassador at Geneva High School
- Selected to serve on the Geneva High School Senior Panel
- Invited to and attended the 2022 American Red Cross Heros Breakfast by school administrators
- Varsity swimmer for Geneva High School
- Swimmer for St. Charles Swim Team (Club Athletics)
- Junior Varsity volleyball for Geneva High School
- Peer Leader for special needs PE classes at Geneva High School
- Selected as "Rookie of the Year" of a staff of over 100 employees at Otter Cove Aquatic Park
- One of few lifeguards at facility to receive an exemplary 5-star rating from a third-party audit agency.
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification
- Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification
- Food Handlers Certification
Timeline
Lifeguard
Fox Valley Park District
11.2022 - Current
Youth Advisory Board Member
State of Illinois Youth Budget Commission
10.2022 - Current
Social Studies National Honor Society Officer
Geneva School District 304
09.2022 - Current
Paddlewheel Riverboat Deckhand
St. Charles Park District
08.2022 - 11.2022
City of Geneva Student Government President
Geneva School District 304
10.2021 - Current
Youth Attendant
St. Charles Park District
09.2021 - Current
Lifeguard
St Charles Park District
05.2021 - 09.2022
Sensory Cove Swim Lesson Instructor
St. Charles Park District
05.2021 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Sodexo and Geneva School District 304
10.2020 - 02.2021
Cook/Cashier
Atlas Chicken Shack
06.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Geneva Community High School
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification
- Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification
- Food Handlers Certification
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