Emily Regan
Fairfield,CT
Summary
Energetic Recreation Director known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in program development, community outreach, and team leadership. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to enhance recreational services and participant satisfaction. Committed to fostering inclusive and engaging community environments through innovative recreational programming.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp & Recreation Director
Westport Weston Family YMCA
Westport, USA
03.2022 - Current
- Managed the camp's budget of $1.5 million, including planning, monitoring expenditures, and payroll.
- Monitored travel basketball programs, adult recreation programs, and youth sports, with a revenue of $500k.
- Assisted in preparing grant proposals, seeking funding for new recreation projects, or additional resources for existing ones.
- Submitted annual budgets with descriptions of needs to defend funding requests.
- Prepared reports summarizing the impact of various recreation initiatives on overall organizational performance.
- Developed marketing plans aimed at increasing participation in recreational activities within the community.
- Recruiting, training, and supervising a camp staff of 200, including counselors, activity leaders, and support personnel.
- Developed programs to meet the needs of community, park, and recreation initiatives.
- Negotiated contracts with performers, vendors and other service providers.
- Worked with local agencies to offer financial assistance for 40 camp families.
- Supervised staff responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing recreation programs.
- Coordinated calendars, shifts and activity schedules with staff.
- Developed and enforce safety policies and procedures to protect campers and staff.
- Conducted periodic evaluations of existing recreational programs and identified areas needing improvement.
- Analyzed data to identify trends, areas of improvement, and growth opportunities, and implemented changes to reflect feedback.
Program Director
Easton Community Center
Easton, USA
09.2018 - 03.2022
- Monitor afterschool, summer camp programs to ensure all programs are compliant according to OEC guidelines
- Operate four before and after school programs in the Fairfield School District, by implementing daily schedules, supervising staff, while being budget-conscious
- Oversee all training, hiring and recruiting of after-school & camp staff
- Manage payroll for employees for childcare employees
- Plan activities, staffing schedules, and programs that fit the mission statement of the ECC
Building Supervisor
Fairfield YMCA
Fairfield, USA
12.2013 - 01.2018
- Supervised vendors and contracts to support office environment.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Maintained records of building maintenance requests, repairs, inspections and other related activities.
Camp Director
Greenwich YMCA
Greenwich, USA
05.2015 - 08.2015
- My responsibilities included programming the daily schedule for the camp season
- Lead staff trainings for eleven counselors
- Followed the State Mandated regulations for heath procedures with all staff & campers
Before & After School Counselor/ Head Teacher
Easton Community Center
Easton, USA
09.2014
- Created daily schedule for program that was built around mission statement of the ECC
- Managed all staff, parent communication
Education
BS - Sport Management, Community Youth Recreation & History
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2016
Skills
- Efficient in Microsoft Excel
- Water safety
- Recreation programming
- Wellness promotion
- Event Planning
- Excellent Communication
- Community Outreach
- Networking
- Adaptive programs
- Membership management
- Youth engagement
- Outdoor education
- Organizational skills
- Team management
Leadership Experience
- 2014, Co Chair of the Annual Kids Campaign for the YMCA, Raised $250,000
- Current, Safety Committee Member, WWFY
Certification
- Approved Camp Director in the state of Connecticut
- First Aid, CPR
Accomplishments
- Increased community engagement by 50% in three years.
- Increased summer camp enrollment by 17% between 2022 and 2024.
- Continuously maintained expenses 5% below budget, without sacrificing quality.
Timeline
Camp & Recreation Director
Westport Weston Family YMCA
03.2022 - Current
Program Director
Easton Community Center
09.2018 - 03.2022
Camp Director
Greenwich YMCA
05.2015 - 08.2015
Before & After School Counselor/ Head Teacher
Easton Community Center
09.2014
Building Supervisor
Fairfield YMCA
12.2013 - 01.2018
BS - Sport Management, Community Youth Recreation & History
Southern Connecticut State University
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