KARLAND GATEWOOD
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Recreation professional with strong background in program management and community engagement. Proven expertise in organizing and leading recreational activities that promote health and wellness. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability, ensuring programs meet diverse participant needs. Skilled in strategic planning and event coordination.
Enthusiastic Recreation Coordinator skilled in planning activities for people of all ages and interests. Effective leader promoting skills. Known for adaptability, resourcefulness and solutions-oriented problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreations Supervisor
Clark County Parks And Recreation
Las Vegas, NV
03.2022 - Current
- Oversaw pool areas to guarantee guest safety and adherence to regulations.
- Executed first aid and CPR in response to emergencies, ensuring immediate care and support.
- Executed routine inspections of facilities and equipment to identify maintenance requirements.
- Facilitated training sessions for new lifeguards on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Assistant Pool Manger
Tahiti Village
Las Vegas
10.2019 - 08.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of pool area, ensuring adherence to safety and cleanliness standards.
- Oversaw pool maintenance schedules, ensuring timely service completion through effective staff coordination.
- Facilitated training sessions for new team members on safety protocols and customer service practices.
- Conducted daily inventory checks for pool supplies to ensure optimal stock levels.
Lifeguard/sub lead
Circus Circus Hotel & Resort
Las Vegas, NV
12.2014 - 08.2016
- Supervised pool area, ensuring safety protocols and emergency procedures were upheld.
- Trained and mentored junior lifeguards on rescue techniques and first aid practices.
- Conducted regular inspections of pool facilities to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
- Developed schedules for lifeguard shifts, optimizing coverage during peak hours.
Lifeguard
MGM Resorts
Las Vegas
01.2013 - 10.2014
- Oversaw pool areas to guarantee guest safety and adherence to regulations.
- Executed first aid and CPR in response to emergencies, ensuring immediate care and support.
- Executed routine inspections of facilities and equipment to identify maintenance requirements.
- Facilitated training sessions for new lifeguards on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Las Vegas Psychology
CSN
Las Vegas Skills
Pool safety management
Emergency response protocols
First aid certification
CPR certification
AED certification
Management
Decisive thinking
Problem solving
Excel
Microsoft word
Outlook
Adp
Timeline
Recreations Supervisor
Clark County Parks And Recreation
03.2022 - Current
Assistant Pool Manger
Tahiti Village
10.2019 - 08.2023
Lifeguard/sub lead
Circus Circus Hotel & Resort
12.2014 - 08.2016
Lifeguard
MGM Resorts
01.2013 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Psychology
CSN