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Jon Crimmins

Jon Crimmins

Olympia,WA

Summary

Dynamic leader with more than twenty-five years of experience at Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission, adept in strategic planning, operations oversight, and fostering teamwork. Spearheaded initiatives enhancing guest experiences across 124 state parks, with a goal to improve efficiency and inclusivity.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
Olympia, WA
04.2022 - Current

Collaborates as part of the Director’s executive leadership team to enhance welcoming and inclusive guest experiences.

Sets vision and direction for the Agency's largest division, comprised of several hundred permanent and seasonal employees.

Directs operations across 123,000 acres of 124 state parks, maintaining 2,700 facilities, and 800 historic structures.

Responsible for the Operations Division programs, including Visitor Protection and Law Enforcement, Statewide Trails, Statewide Maintenance, Marine Facilities, and Interpretation.

Directs teams running the three regional offices within State Parks.

Develops and implements operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency.

Oversees multi-million-dollar operational budgets, ensuring efficient allocation and usage.

Collaborates with the Parks Development, Stewardship, and Tribal Relations Divisions to determine and execute operational and capital needs.

Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process, holding staff accountable.

Supervises workforce dynamics by implementing promotions, relocations, and disciplinary protocols.

Represents the Operations Division in negotiations and conversations with union-represented employees.

Advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout all activities.

Northwest Region Manager

Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
Burlington, Washington
09.2018 - 03.2022

Responsible for the supervision and oversight of four large park management areas.

Responsible for the supervision of the Region Maintenance Manager, the Northwest Region Maintenance Crew, and the Statewide Marine Crew.

Collaborated with the Operations Leadership team to develop and submit policy requests.

Worked closely with elected officials, tribal governments, and other government agencies.

Collaboratively developed and implemented strategic plans for policy change, public service delivery, and administrative procedures.

Worked collaboratively with the Parks Development Division to prepare, propose, evaluate, and initiate capital projects at the regional level.

Responsible for the day-to-day operations and budgets of the NW Region office.

Worked collaboratively with all levels and divisions of the agency.

Manager, Central Whidbey Area

Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
Coupeville, WA
03.2011 - 08.2018

Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of all permanent personnel.

Managed comprehensive operations and oversight of a large park area, including seven state parks.

Responsible for the equipment and staffing budgets of the park area.
Planned, supervised, and completed several major capital projects and park improvement projects.

Created and maintained several cooperative agreements with local agencies and groups.

Designed a staffing and service model to provide efficient service and exceptional customer service throughout a large park area.

Created, implemented, and updated law enforcement, emergency response, risk management, building and facilities, budgeting, customer service, and communications plans.

Facilitated public meetings to guide long-range planning for the Central Whidbey Area.

Education

State of Washington - Leading Organizations -

Center For Creative Leadership
03-2024

Bachelor of Science - Business- Human Resources Management

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
01-2017

Associate of Arts -

Skagit Valley College
Oak Harbor, WA
06-1995

Skills

  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Performance analysis
  • Process improvement
  • Risk mitigation
  • Operations oversight
  • Customer relations
  • Effective communication
  • Decision-making
  • Policy/program development
  • Change management
  • Goal setting
  • Teamwork and collaboration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Operations

Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
04.2022 - Current

Northwest Region Manager

Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
09.2018 - 03.2022

Manager, Central Whidbey Area

Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
03.2011 - 08.2018

State of Washington - Leading Organizations -

Center For Creative Leadership

Bachelor of Science - Business- Human Resources Management

Western Governors University

Associate of Arts -

Skagit Valley College
Jon Crimmins