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Certification
Golf
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Edward Metzinger

Youngstown,OH

Summary

Accomplished Aquatic Director at YMCA of Youngstown, adept in budget administration and team leadership. Spearheaded innovative aquatic programs, enhancing participation and managing large-scale events with a keen eye for cost-efficiency. Excelled in fostering professional development and ensuring safety, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal communication and adaptability.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aquatic Director

YMCA of Youngstown
05.2019 - Current
  • Improved aquatic program participation by developing and implementing engaging activities and events.
  • Successfully managed budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of funds for equipment, maintenance, and staffing and member needs.
  • Create, organize, get participants, get donations, run, and participate in fund raising events.
  • Teach life guard, CPR, Oxygen, 1st AID, and swim instructor classes.
  • Help cover or fill in myself, open shifts of life guard, water fitness, or swim instructor
  • Inforce policies and procedures with aquatic staff and members in order to maintain safety in and around aquatic area.
  • Address member emergencies, concerns and situations in a timely manner. Through phone, email, or face to face.
  • Bye weekly Scheduling of 40 to 90 staff.
  • Enter and check Payroll twice a month for 40 to 90 aquatic staff.
  • Led monthly staff meetings/ in services focused on professional development topics relevant to their roles within the aquatics department.

Event Manager

Metroplex Expo Center
05.2017 - 04.2019
  • Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
  • Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
  • Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Boosted audience satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail in event programming and speaker selection.
  • Managed event logistics from conception to completion, ensuring every detail contributed to event's success.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, E Marketing, Theater

The University of Akron
302 E. Buchtel Ave., Akron Oh 44325
05.2009

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Scheduling Management
  • Adaptive Programming
  • Budget Administration
  • Equipment procurement
  • Lifeguard training
  • Certification Compliance
  • Aquatic Management
  • Guest Relations
  • Staff Training
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Emergency Response
  • Team building
  • Relationship Building
  • Decision-Making
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Self Motivation
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Goal Setting
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Written Communication
  • Professional Demeanor

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 40 to 90 staff members.
  • Created, implemented various new special events and programs

Certification

  • Certified in instructing CPR, Oxygen, 1st AID, through HSI
  • life guard instructor both through YMCA and Red Cross
  • swim instructor trainer through YMCA

Golf

I have been golfing sense I was 14 years old. I tried out for the US Open twice and won several amateur tournaments. I have also organized many golf outings for different charitable organizations.  

Timeline

Aquatic Director

YMCA of Youngstown
05.2019 - Current

Event Manager

Metroplex Expo Center
05.2017 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, E Marketing, Theater

The University of Akron

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