Charlene B. Granville
Columbia,SC
Summary
Accomplished administrator and supervisor with over two decades of experience. Known for strong work ethic, critical thinking, and strategic problem-solving skills. Excels under pressure, consistently delivering results within tight timelines and budgetary constraints. Exceptional communication skills, keen attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to policies and procedures contribute to a proven track record of fostering teamwork, collaboration, and strong relationships. Skilled decision-maker with a reputation for sound judgment and adaptability.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Superintendent of Recreation
Richland County Recreation Commission
06.2024 - Current
- Responsible for the supervision of 7 community center
- Built and maintained strong teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.
- Successfully developed and implemented strategies to transformed low producing community centers to thriving facilities achieving consistently high results.
- Advanced organization's mission with launch of impactful beneficial superior programs.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular feedback mechanisms for staff and volunteers..
Site Manager
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2015 - 06.2024
- Oversaw all daily facility operations.
- Maintained records and logs of work attendance.
- Recruited instructors to lead a variety of programs and activities.
- Implemented over twenty diverse revenue producing classes and activities.
- Increased community participation by 60
- Taught weekly arthritis exercise class
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks
- Developed strong relationships with patrons through consistent communication
Manager I Adult Activity Center
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Controlled costs to keep agency operating within budget and increase profits.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
- Increased sponsorship, donations and participation in the 2013 Senior Games.
Adult Services/Community Center Supervisor
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provided staff leadership in delivering high-quality, diverse activities to five community centers;
- Oversaw the programing for activities at senior services;
- Heavily involved in working alongside Site Managers to give support and lead by example;
- Gained manager and coworker confidence.
Director of Community Services
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Directed and monitored Community Services departments including the following: Adult Services, Recreation Compliance, Aquatics, Athletics Division, Adult Activity Centers and Community Centers;
- Interacted with employees to capitalize on strengths;
- Created development opportunities that maximized employees' abilities;
- Identified goals, evaluated performance, provided employee counseling, conducted team building initiatives;
- Engaged in conflict resolution and problem solving;
- Successfully implemented policies and delegated authority;
- Established relationships with community leaders, organizations, government entities and other external sources and stakeholders;
- Acted as Program Coordinator for the Perrin Thomas Community and the Denny Terrace Community Center;
- Successfully implementing first ever Back to School Bash for both centers;
- Organized senior day trip and outings and started revenue producing classes.
Director Adult Activity Center
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Directed day-to-day operations of Facility Management for the AAC;
- Planned, organized, directed and evaluated AAC activities and programs;
- Developed and managed a budget to meet budgetary guidelines and compliance;
- Produced complete and accurate reporting of financial and other data;
- Obtained contract bids, oversaw contracted work to insure satisfactory results;
- Coordinated efforts for annual Midlands Area Senior Games and SC Senior Beach Retreat.
Administrative Coordinator II
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Supervised AAC employees and ensured proper training and compliance;
- Communicated AAC goals and evaluated performance to ensure goal achievement;
- Consistently provided the data necessary to meet Annual Report requirements;
- Conducted team building initiatives and effectively provided performance improvement feedback;
- Effectively used gathered data to project budgetary needs, staffing requirements, and future planning; created and implemented monthly budgetary, participation and informational tracking reports.
Administrative Coordinator I
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Provided general office management and oversight to the Adult Activity Center;
- Collected payments, recorded monies received and made bank deposits;
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as accounts payable, ledgers, etc.;
- Prepared and executed rental contracts within guidelines and directives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Voorhees College
United States Army National Guard Veteran
Skills
- Operations management
- Community engagement
- Strategic planning
- Innovation and creativity
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent of Recreation
Richland County Recreation Commission
06.2024 - Current
Site Manager
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2015 - 06.2024
Manager I Adult Activity Center
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2013 - 01.2015
Adult Services/Community Center Supervisor
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2011 - 01.2013
Director of Community Services
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2009 - 01.2011
Director Adult Activity Center
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2008 - 01.2009
Administrative Coordinator II
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2004 - 01.2008
Administrative Coordinator I
Richland County Recreation Commission
01.2003 - 01.2004
United States Army National Guard Veteran
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Voorhees College
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