Jackie Wardle
Tremonton,Utah
Summary
Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parks and Open Space Manager
Clearfield City
Clearfield, Utah
05.2025 - Current
- Managed budgets and resources to optimize project execution.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficiency and quality of community parks, trails, and cemetery.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members to enhance productivity.
- Collaborated with contractors to oversee capital projects, maintaining project timelines.
Recreation Manager
Brigham City Corporation
Brigham City, UT
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Established guidelines, policies, and procedures for community center, recreation and senior services divisions.
- Formulated and executed budgets along with strategic operational purchasing and maintenance plans.
- Supported colleagues to foster collaboration and teamwork within the work environment.
- Contributed innovative ideas to improve team performance and achieve better outcomes.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses to expand recreational offerings in the community.
- Attended meetings with city officials to address issues related to parks, playgrounds, pool and sports fields.
Recreation and Arts Manager
Clearfield City
Clearfield, Utah
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Managed annual budgeting process, including forecasting and financial planning.
- Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
- Developed programs to meet needs of community park and recreation initiatives.
- Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.
- Promoted participation in community-based recreational activities through coordination with schools, public forums, and local organizations.
Recreation Supervisor
Brigham City Corporation
Brigham City, Utah
04.2006 - 08.2019
- Designed and led diverse recreation activities for various age groups.
- Guided temporary personnel through busy work shifts.
- Coordinated staff schedules for optimal recreational activity coverage.
- Created promotional materials to advertise upcoming recreational activities in the community.
- Helped recruit, hire and train department employees.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday parties, sports tournaments, and outdoor activities.
Assistant Sexton/Heavy Equipment Operator
Brigham City Corporation
Brigham City, UT
12.1996 - 11.2002
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Managed grounds upkeep with various landscaping duties, including snow removal.
- Maintained irrigation systems.
- Recorded all sales transactions related to plot purchases.
- Utilized heavy machinery for grave digging.
- Created records of interments, transfers, and disinterments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Weber State University
Ogden, UTSkills
- Event Planning
- Program Management
- Community Relations
- Communication
- Leadership Development
- Team Building
- Organization
- Budget Management
Accomplishments
- Outstanding Recreation Professional 2024 - Utah Recreation and Parks Association
Certification
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional 2021
- Aquatic Facility Operator 2024
Timeline
Parks and Open Space Manager
Clearfield City
05.2025 - Current
Recreation Manager
Brigham City Corporation
05.2023 - 05.2025
Recreation and Arts Manager
Clearfield City
08.2019 - 07.2023
Recreation Supervisor
Brigham City Corporation
04.2006 - 08.2019
Assistant Sexton/Heavy Equipment Operator
Brigham City Corporation
12.1996 - 11.2002
Associate of Applied Science -
Weber State University