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Kimberly Sager

Sedona,Arizona

Summary

Dedicated and community-driven recreation professional with a strong background in programming, event planning, and youth engagement, seeking to serve as Athletic and Aquatic Supervisor for the City of Sedona. Bringing hands-on leadership experience, a passion for public service, and a commitment to creating inclusive, high-quality programs that promote health, safety, and lifelong wellness for residents of all ages.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Recreational Aide

City of Sedona
Sedona, Arizona
01.2025 - Current
  • Encouraged social interaction among participants by designing team-building activities.
  • Created a welcoming environment that respected diversity among participants' backgrounds.
  • Developed relationships with community organizations to expand access to resources.
  • Maintained records of program attendance and participation levels.
  • Assist in the planning and implementation of recreational programs for various age groups, including sports leagues, summer camp programs, and aquatics programs.
  • Provide customer service to park visitors by answering questions, addressing concerns, and directing them to appropriate resources.
  • Assist in the coordination of special events, such as community festivals, summer camps, and outdoor concerts.
  • Promote programs and activities to community members through flyers, social media, and direct communication.
  • Prepare training guides and materials for lifeguards and volunteers.
  • Create thorough how-to guides for future recreational positions within the department.
  • Assist with administrative tasks, including registration, data entry, and event planning paperwork.
  • Work as part of a team to ensure the smooth operation of daily activities and events, collaborating with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Assisted in HR and staffing interviews for the 2025 aquatic pool season.
  • Collaborated with Volunteer Sedona to develop volunteer opportunities for all special events, as well as a comprehensive volunteer log.
  • Built close relationships with local businesses, and acquired donations to boost community engagement at special events.
  • Created social media marketing posts to boost recreational programming.
  • Created sponsorship banners and attire to sell at sports events, such as the first Red Rock Rally Pickleball Tournament.

Yoga Instructor

Prana of Sedona LLC-Sole Proprietorship
Sedona, Arizona
06.2022 - Current
  • Designed and implemented personalized yoga programs for individual clients, meeting specific health and wellness goals.
  • Evaluated client progress and adapted programs accordingly for optimal results.
  • Provided adjustments and modifications to ensure safety and comfort for all participants.
  • Fostered a culture of inclusivity, ensuring yoga practice was accessible to all demographics.
  • Collaborated with Community Library Sedona to develop wellness programs for children, adults, and seniors.
  • Developed and distributed educational content on the benefits of yoga for stress relief and physical health.
  • Utilized props and innovative techniques to make yoga accessible to beginners and those with limitations.
  • Integrated mindfulness and meditation practices into sessions to support mental health.
  • Performed administrative tasks including scheduling, client communication, and record keeping.
  • Engaged in continuous education on yoga trends and techniques to provide up-to-date instruction.
  • Utilized social media and community events to promote yoga classes and wellness workshops.
  • Developed Sedona's first-ever kids' yoga summer camp program, reaching 100% occupancy for two consecutive years.
  • Fostered close relationships with private prenatal clients throughout the entire pregnancy term to promote healthy birth practices.
  • Utilized analytics tools such as Google Analytics to measure website traffic and optimize SEO strategies.
  • Created campaigns across multiple platforms including social media, email, display advertising, search engine optimization, and website design.

Caregiver

Various Families
Various Locations, AZ, NY, And NJ
02.2017 - 05.2025
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
  • Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping or light housekeeping tasks when necessary.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
  • Facilitated accessible home-school curriculum to the local community to enhance social development
  • Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
  • Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
  • Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
  • Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
  • Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Managed staff payrolls, benefits, and other administrative duties related to personnel needs.
  • Organized and maintained household inventory records, including supplies and equipment.
  • Monitored service provider performance to ensure quality of services delivered.
  • Coordinated with outside contractors on all renovations or remodeling projects.
  • Managed a team of employees, daily progress reports, and overall project planning for homes and families.
  • Managed schedules for family members and organized travel plans for business trips and vacations.

Assistant Manager

Massage Envy
Rockaway, NJ
11.2015 - 01.2017
  • Managed a team of 40 employees including massage therpaists, estheticians, and front-of- house sales staff.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.

Event Planner

Comfort Inn And Suites Atlantic City Nj
Mount Pleasant, MI
11.2014 - 11.2015
  • Coordinated a wide variety of events, including weddings, business conferences, expositions, and private events.
  • Organized catering services by selecting menu items, negotiating prices, ordering food and beverages, setting up buffet areas.
  • Maintained accurate records related to attendance, budgeting, contracts.
  • Initiated post-event evaluations to assess success levels of events.
  • Coordinated and managed vendors for events, ensuring all vendor requirements were met in a timely fashion.
  • Created floor plans, seating arrangements, and other visuals as needed for each event.
  • Scheduled and attended pre-event meetings with clients to discuss event details and objectives.
  • Monitored guest satisfaction levels throughout the duration of an event.
  • Provided technical support during events such as audio, visual equipment setup, operation and troubleshooting.
  • Handled customer service inquiries related to specific events or venues.
  • Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
  • Collaborated with leadership and colleagues to coordinate staffing for each event.
  • Coordinated plans and specific event needs with internal personnel.
  • Liaised between clients and company to verify contract fulfillment.
  • Managed on-site event staff and volunteers, providing training and supervision to ensure high levels of service.
  • Resolved unexpected issues and emergencies during events, maintaining poise and ensuring participant satisfaction.
  • Ensured that all fire safety regulations were followed during the event.
  • Conducted onsite inspections prior to events to identify any potential issues or risks.

Kitchen Manager

TGI Fridays
Parsippany, NJ
02.2013 - 09.2014
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
  • Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
  • Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
  • Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
  • Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.

Education

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration

Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
05-2026

Bachelor of Public Administration - Nonprofit Management

Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
08-2025

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences-Humanities Track

Community College of Morris
Randolph, NJ
06-2020

Skills

  • Grant writing
  • Community outreach
  • Project management
  • Customer service
  • Program development
  • Social media promotion
  • Time management abilities
  • Individual and group coaching
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Canva
  • Microsoft Office
  • Sportsman Web

Certification

  • AFO-April 2025
  • Starfish Swim Instructor Certified June 2025
  • 200-Hour Yoga Instructor
  • 95-Hour Kids Yoga Instructor Certified
  • Starfish School Swim Instructor

Timeline

Recreational Aide

City of Sedona
01.2025 - Current

Yoga Instructor

Prana of Sedona LLC-Sole Proprietorship
06.2022 - Current

Caregiver

Various Families
02.2017 - 05.2025

Assistant Manager

Massage Envy
11.2015 - 01.2017

Event Planner

Comfort Inn And Suites Atlantic City Nj
11.2014 - 11.2015

Kitchen Manager

TGI Fridays
02.2013 - 09.2014

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Public Administration - Nonprofit Management

Rutgers University

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences-Humanities Track

Community College of Morris