Jake hough
Waynesboro,PA
Summary
Results-oriented, dynamic professional with progressive experience developing and implementing innovative recreational programs and activities. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing facility operations and coordinating staff to ensure seamless operations and exceptional customer experiences. Specialized in recreation, sports, tourism, facilities, and leisure management. Proven track record of fostering a positive and inclusive environment, resulting in increased member engagement and satisfaction. Skilled in budget management, resource allocation, and strategic planning to optimize efficiency and achieve organizational objectives. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities, empowering teams to achieve peak performance and exceed performance targets. Passionate for enhancing community well-being through impactful recreation initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Recreation Center Director
Montgomery County Recreation
07.2024 - Current
- The Jane E. Lawton Community Recreation Center is located in the nearly half-square-mile Town of Chevy Chase, which is home to approximately 3,000 residents living in about 1,000 households. The recreation center is co-located with offices of the Town of Chevy Chase and the Wonders Early Learning at Leland childcare facility.
- Outdoor space adjacent to the center includes tennis and basketball courts and a children’s play area.
- Developes strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
- Oversees the daily operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Evaluates staff performance regularly through observations, providing actionable feedback that led to professional growth.
- Keeps facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
Project Engineer
Dustin Construction
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
Recreation Specialist (Recreation Center Director)
Montgomery County Recreation
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided diverse activities and facilities for all ages, encompassing sports, dances, fitness, music, art, and other recreation/leisure options by Damascus Community Center spanning 31,604 sq ft.
- Developed recreation programs, activities, and facility improvements to cater to community and special interest group needs
- Utilized RecTrac VSI recreation software to track essential data
- Established program activities, staffing, registrations, financials, and publications, including plans, surveys, and evaluations
- Maintained public relations and rental requests, contracts, and inquiries in the community
- Engaged 150 community members in the winter wonderland event
- Created and updated facility's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) annually
- Managed budgets of $15K for recreation supplies, $130K for staffing, and an overall budget of $150K per year
- Oversaw team of approximately 30 seasonal staff through recruitment, training, supervision, and support
- Processed Requisition Orders (RQs) and Direct Purchase Orders (DPOs) as needed
- Directed 'Club Adventure' after-school program for children in grades K-5 and Damascus 'Summer Fun Center,' a six-week summer camp for children ages 6 to 12, focusing on growth and enrichment
Recreation Coordinator (Assistant Facility Director)
Montgomery County Recreation
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Hosted Recreation/Fitness Center, Library, Café, and Book Store, Wheaton Community Recreation Center boasts 92,000 sq Ft of community space
- Protracted adherence to the assigned budget, tracking spending, and maintaining all related records
- Managed facility rental contracts and provided regular updates, reports, and program evaluations
- Planned and facilitated contract camps, programs, and activities to fulfill community and special interest group requirements
- Deployed measures for ensuring compliance with County, department, and facility rules and policies
- Oversaw the recruitment, training, supervision, motivation, and placement of seasonal staff and volunteers
- Supported Assisted Recreation Specialist in maintaining a dynamic and efficient Center Advisory Committee
- Supervised a team of 20 to 25 seasonal front desk employees, ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction
- Organized local food drive, donating around 100 pounds of food to community in partnership with local food pantry
Recreation Specialist
Cecil County Parks and Recreation
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Oversaw maintenance tasks within recreation facilities to ensure cleanliness and safety standards were consistently met.
- Wrote promotional newsletter articles with the local newspaper "Cecil Whig" promoting all parks and recreation programming opportunities.
- Served as the main liaison between the Parks and Recreation Department and Cecil County Public Schools to facilitate and host after-school programs across the county.
- Served as the county's main lead on the Cecil Wolfpack Tackle Football, Flag Football, and Competitive Cheer program.
- Managed all social media, and community outreach initiatives assisting the Recreation Superintendent.
- Created and distributed flyers, brochures, and other marketing materials to increase registration numbers.
- Facilitated and planned the Cecil County Parks and Recreation local Farmer's Market.
- Facilitated and planned the Cecil County local Puppy Fun Run.
- Assisted the recreation coordinator with countywide programming efforts.
- Interview, hired, trained, and supervised seasonal staff/volunteers.
Youth Development Team Leader (Outdoor Education)
Abraxas Youth and Family Services
11.2020 - 03.2021
Administration Technician
Pflugerville Parks and Recreation
07.2020 - 09.2020
Summer Intern/Social Coordinator
Austin Sports & Social Club
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted the digital media team with posting and analyzing ads and campaign performance,
finding content for future posts by taking and editing photos to increase customer and sponsor
engagement. - Coordinated and supervised ASSC sports and events
- Managed three different markets on various social media platforms such as Facebook,
Instagram, and Twitter (Lonestar Sports & Social Club, San Antonio Sports & Social Club and
Austin Sports & Social Club)
Resident and Desk Assistant
Shepherd University
01.2019 - 03.2020
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
05.2019 - 08.2019
Soccer Coach and Counselor
Brit-Am Soccer Academy
12.2016 - 08.2017
After-School and Summer Camp Counselor
Norbeck Montessori
05.2016 - 08.2017
Education
Master of Science - Recreation and Parks Management
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Leisure, and Sports Studies
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV08.2020
Skills
- Budgeting & Financial Management
- Community Engagement & Outreach
- Sports & Recreational Programming
- Marketing & Promotional Strategies
- Performance & Time Management
- Facility Management & Operations
- Program & Volunteer Management
- Data Analysis & Digital Marketing
- Service Quality & Guest Relations
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Staff Training & Supervision
- Consumer Market Research
Certification
- First Aid, AED, and CPR Certified | American Red Cross, 04/25
- Trainer (FA/CPR/AED) | American Red Cross, 04/25
- Concussion Safety, CDC | Ongoing
- Emergency Management, FEMA | Ongoing
Awards
- Outstanding Recreation & Sports Studies Student Award, School of Recreation, Sports and Exercise Science, Shepherd University, 2020
- Horizon Award, Shepherd University Residence Life, 2019
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Technical Skills
- RecTrac VSI (Recreation Software)
- Community Pass (Recreation Software)
- ACTIVE Net (Recreation Software)
- RecDesk (Recreation Software)
- League Apps
- Zendesk
- Prezi
- Wixsite
- Social Media Platforms
- PowToon
- Canva
- Website Editor/Management
- Newspaper Article Publisher/Writer
- Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook)
- Google Suite
Timeline
Assistant Recreation Center Director
Montgomery County Recreation
07.2024 - Current
Project Engineer
Dustin Construction
06.2023 - 07.2024
Recreation Specialist (Recreation Center Director)
Montgomery County Recreation
07.2022 - 06.2023
Recreation Coordinator (Assistant Facility Director)
Montgomery County Recreation
12.2021 - 07.2022
Recreation Specialist
Cecil County Parks and Recreation
03.2021 - 12.2021
Youth Development Team Leader (Outdoor Education)
Abraxas Youth and Family Services
11.2020 - 03.2021
Administration Technician
Pflugerville Parks and Recreation
07.2020 - 09.2020
Summer Intern/Social Coordinator
Austin Sports & Social Club
05.2020 - 09.2020
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
05.2019 - 08.2019
Resident and Desk Assistant
Shepherd University
01.2019 - 03.2020
Soccer Coach and Counselor
Brit-Am Soccer Academy
12.2016 - 08.2017
After-School and Summer Camp Counselor
Norbeck Montessori
05.2016 - 08.2017
- First Aid, AED, and CPR Certified, American Red Cross, 04/25
- Trainer (FA/CPR/AED), American Red Cross, 04/25
- Concussion Safety, CDC, Ongoing
- Emergency Management, FEMA, Ongoing
Master of Science - Recreation and Parks Management
Frostburg State University
Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Leisure, and Sports Studies
Shepherd University
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