Jakob Hillhouse
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Versatile and seasoned leader familiar with planning, organizing, and facilitating events and programs. Enthusiastic and disciplined professional with a nine-year record of success in governmental positions. Prepared to apply experience, education, and skills to a new growth-oriented position.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Leader
City Of Phoenix Parks And Recreation
04.2023 - Current
- Planned, developed and implemented Science programs for one hundred and sixty children.
- Supervised and educated groups of up to thirty children under age twelve from arrival through departure at end of day.
- Listened to customer queries and complaints, acting to resolve them quickly.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Handled Cash and Point of Sale Systems daily.
- Planned, evaluated, and implemented recreation and athletic programs such as teen programming, ESPORTS, and educational trips.
- Coordinated and trained both staff and volunteers to supervise events and facilitate scheduled activities.
- Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of four and seventeen.
- Planned, promoted, and executed more than ten special events each year
Policy Advisor Intern
State Of Arizona
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Researched existing policies and procedures to gain a firm understanding of current conditions.
- Delivered and presented political and policy subject matter expertise to government representatives and civic officials.
- Drafted and presented reports outlining legislation to elected officials the Arizona House of Representatives .
- Identified, researched, and tracked hundreds of legislative issues relevant to current public issues.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with industry lobbyists, elected officials, and government staff to advocate effectively for legislative policy goals.
- Recommended updates to current legislation, regulations, and policies.
- Attended legislative and regulatory hearings to report information.
- Reviewed legislative and regulatory documents, analyzed implications, and shared findings.
- Tracked hundreds of bills and followed the legislative process through committees, floor sessions, and votes.
Recreation Instructor
City Of Phoenix Parks And Recreation
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Planned, scheduled, and conducted recreation classes in such activities as arts and crafts, ESPORTS, drama, sports, and games.
- Planned, organized, evaluated and directed a wide variety of activities at a recreation facility.
- Worked with neighborhood and community groups on matters of civic and recreational interest.
- Developed and maintained a youth STEM Program.
- Planned, scheduled, and oversaw sports leagues.
- Developed, led, and directed special events and activities.
- Demonstrated superior seamless customer service, integrity, and commitment to innovation, efficiency, and fiscally responsible activity.
- Organized field trips as part of program curriculum, providing diverse experiences for participants outside the facility setting.
Parks and Recreation Worker
City Of Phoenix Parks And Recreation
05.2017 - 08.2021
- Managed and organized a classroom-type setting for children Arranged and conducted STEM experiments with over 125 participants.
- Facilitated the overall success of the community center and summer program.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Promoted physical, mental, and social development by implementing classroom games and recreational activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2023
Skills
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Team Building
- Collaboration
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Communication
- Program Development and Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Recreation Leader
City Of Phoenix Parks And Recreation
04.2023 - Current
Policy Advisor Intern
State Of Arizona
01.2022 - 05.2022
Recreation Instructor
City Of Phoenix Parks And Recreation
11.2021 - 04.2023
Parks and Recreation Worker
City Of Phoenix Parks And Recreation
05.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Arizona State University
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