Dennis Redican Jr.
Palm Coast,FL
Summary
Recreation professional with strong background in program management, sports turf management, and community engagement. Proven expertise in organizing and leading recreational activities that promote health and wellness for all demographics. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability, ensuring programs meet diverse participant needs. Skilled in strategic planning and event coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Manager
City Of Palm Coast
12.2022 - Current
- Effectively resolved customer complaints or concerns promptly, demonstrating commitment to providing exceptional service at all times.
- Increased retention rates by regularly assessing member feedback and adjusting program offerings accordingly.
- Increased membership retention rates by regularly assessing member feedback and adjusting program offerings accordingly.
- Managed staff scheduling for efficient operation of recreation facilities, ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Assisted with grant writing efforts aimed at securing additional funding for facility upgrades or expansion projects.
- Oversaw maintenance of recreation facilities, ensuring regular inspections and timely repairs were conducted to uphold safety standards.
- Assessed community needs to develop targeted programming that catered to diverse age groups and interests, increasing overall participation rates.
- Collaborated with local organizations to promote community engagement and participation in recreational activities.
- Implemented effective budget management strategies to reduce operational costs while maintaining high-quality services for guests.
Supervisor of Athletics & Field Maintenance
City of Palm Coast
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Supervises and oversees the operation of field maintenance of all sports turf throughout the City of Palm Coast as well as all the Parks and Recreation athletics division operations for our city run youth and adult activities
- Provides oversight of assigned athletic programs to sports facilities throughout the city, and future planning and management of field maintenance projects and upkeep
- Builds and maintains relationships of City of Palm Coast Sports Alliance members as well as outside organizations for use of the sports fields
- Also maintains appropriate records for adult and youth athletic programs, revenues, and participant count in each
- Assigns and performs regular safety inspections of the assigned facility, building, grounds, and equipment to reduce hazards and to provide maximum safety to all city patrons
- Perform or assign proper daily maintenance of facility and equipment, completing related tasks as required
- Provide leadership and mentoring for staff in both field maintenance and athletics
- Managed budgets for athletic and field maintenance department, allocating resources efficiently to meet program needs without overspending.
Equipment Operator Lead
City of Palm Coast
05.2013 - 11.2019
- Oversees, directs, and evaluates a crew of8 employees
- Leads all the maintenance of all sports turf throughout the city of Palm Coast
- Maintenance duties include but not limited to the Celebration & Tifway419 Bermuda sports turf and surrounding landscape maintenance
- Whether it is verticutting, spiking, topdressing, spraying for weeds/insects/fungus, overseeding for freeze season, fertilizing turf, mulching, and Live Oak and Palm Tree pruning
- Main responsibility is at Indian Trails Sports Complex where I prepare and coordinate with Parks and Recreation and user groups for city wide sporting events as well as state/regional/ national tournaments held in our city whether it involves baseball, soccer, lacrosse, or flag football
- Work with tournament coordinators making sure events at our facility run without issues
- Performs weekly/monthly onsite park, trail, and safety inspections within our city
- Will resolve and/or assign work orders to and from various departments within the city and
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Flagler College
St. Augustine, FL12.2020
Associate of Arts - undefined
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL12.2017
Skills
- Results-Oriented Team Leader
- Responsible Leadership
- Goal-Oriented
- Strong Time Management
- Turf Management Expertise
- Expertise in Coaching Techniques
- Engaged in Community Service
- Facility management
- Emergency preparedness
- Partnership building
- Sports coaching
- Special event planning
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Palm Coast Concert Series.
Certification
- NRPA Aquatic Facility Operator
- Pesticide Applicator License (Aquatics, Natural Areas, Turf & Ornamental)
- CDL Class A
- Florida Best Management Practices
- NFHS State of Florida Coaching
- Strategic Action Plan Team
- Parks Team
- Lite Team
Timeline
Recreation Manager
City Of Palm Coast
12.2022 - Current
Supervisor of Athletics & Field Maintenance
City of Palm Coast
11.2019 - 12.2022
Equipment Operator Lead
City of Palm Coast
05.2013 - 11.2019
Associate of Arts - undefined
Daytona State College
- NRPA Aquatic Facility Operator
- Pesticide Applicator License (Aquatics, Natural Areas, Turf & Ornamental)
- CDL Class A
- Florida Best Management Practices
- NFHS State of Florida Coaching
- Strategic Action Plan Team
- Parks Team
- Lite Team
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Flagler College
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