Courtney Burkes
Placentia,CA
Summary
Over 20 years of experience in health and wellness program management and implementation. Passionate about building healthy communities in higher education.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Fitness and Wellness
University Of California, Irvine
08.2006 - Current
- Supervise two full time staff - WorkStrong Director and Fitness & Wellbeing Program Director
- Lead a team of part time fitness and wellness professionals, providing coaching and guidance for their career growth and ensuring optimal performance.
- Oversee all fitness and wellness programming within the Anteater Recreation Center (110,000 sq. ft. facility).
- Manage budgets for three program areas.
- Implement effective wellness programs for students, faculty and staff on the main campus and at the medical center.
- Enhance member satisfaction by developing innovative fitness programs and services tailored to students, faculty, staff and members.
- Develop and implement comprehensive wellness programs for students, faculty and staff to promote healthy lifestyles .
- Monitor and evaluate program performance to determine value and quality.
- Implemented comprehensive safety protocols, ensuring a secure workout environment for students, staff, faculty and members alike.
- Conduct regular assessments of facility usage patterns, optimizing space allocation for enhanced functionality and user experience.
- Respond promptly to customer issues and resolve problems through effective communication and decision making skills.
- Maintain a strong presence within industry networks, attend conferences and trade shows to stay informed on emerging trends and best practices.
- Collaborate with campus partners as part of the UCI Wellness Ambassadors executive team.
- Administer fitness testing for students, members and community.
Health Education Professor
Fullerton College
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Enhanced student understanding of health topics by utilizing various teaching methods, including lectures, group activities and hands-on experiences.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment by addressing individual student needs and providing personalized feedback on assignments.
- Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Wellness Program Coordinator
Wellness Solutions A Workcare Company
07.2003 - 08.2006
- Coordinator for Orange County Transit Authority and City of Anaheim Public Utilities.
- Improved employee wellness by developing and implementing comprehensive wellness programs at three locations across Orange County.
- Conducted fitness testing and fitness program design for employees.
- Organized health fairs, seminars and other wellness related events to promote overall employee wellbeing.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular data analysis and reporting, making adjustments as needed to achieve desired client outcomes.
- Designed custom fitness challenges tailored to individual goals, resulting in increased engagement among participants.
Education
Master of Science - Kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA06.1999
Skills
- Program Development
- Program Implementation
- Program Management
- Team Collaboration
- Health Promotion
- Adaptability
- Customer Retention
- Staff Recruitment
- Problem Solving
- Budget Management
- Strategic Planning
- Time Management
Certification
Leadership Success Program for Team Leaders Certification (44 hours), University of California, Irvine - 2022
UC People Management Series Certification (6 hours), University of California, Irvine - 2018
UC Managing Implicit Bias Series Certification (2 hours), University of California, Irvine - 2018
UC Basic Mediation Training (40 hours), University of California, Irvine - 2010
Timeline
Director of Fitness and Wellness
University Of California, Irvine
08.2006 - Current
Health Education Professor
Fullerton College
01.2004 - 12.2006
Wellness Program Coordinator
Wellness Solutions A Workcare Company
07.2003 - 08.2006
Master of Science - Kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University - Fullerton
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