KYLE WASILKOWSKI
Plainville
Summary
Dynamic athletic and recreational professional with a proven track record in managing sports programs and driving community engagement initiatives. Recognized for a collaborative approach that prioritizes results while adeptly adapting to the evolving needs of diverse populations. Expertise in program development and team leadership underscores a steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation in fostering inclusive environments. Passionate about empowering individuals through sports and recreation, ensuring impactful experiences that resonate within the community.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator of Recreational Programming
Trinity College
Hartford, CT
03.2026 - Current
- Direct campus recreation operations, overseeing intramural sports, club sports, fitness, wellness, and outdoor recreation programs.
- Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate student staff while developing future student leaders through mentorship and professional development.
- Coordinate athletic competitions, tournaments, special events, and campus-wide programming from planning through execution.
- Manage club sport operations, including scheduling, budgeting, travel coordination, risk management, facility oversight, and organizational administration.
Senior Assistant Director of Recreation
CENTERS, LLC- University of New Haven
West Haven, CT
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Oversaw daily recreation facility operations, member services, and student supervisor leadership.
- Managed student staff hiring, training, scheduling, evaluations, payroll, and professional development.
- Coordinated facility scheduling, maintenance, safety inspections, incident reporting, and operational support.
- Led departmental communications, promotions, onboarding, and staff training initiatives.
Director of Recreation & Club Sports
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Provided leadership across aquatics, intramurals, club sports, esports, group fitness, and major campus events as a member of the senior athletics administration team.
- Expanded program participation by 82% in two years by rebuilding intramural offerings, enhancing scheduling systems, and strengthening outreach through social media platforms (2,000+ followers).
- Transitioned club sports into a student-governed model with a tiered structure and Club Sports Council, supporting 12 clubs and 300+ participants.
- Recruited, hired, and evaluated club sport coaches and advisors, ensuring program accountability, compliance with university policies, and positive student-athlete development.
- Supervised a professional coordinator and 100+ student staff; authored the department’s first comprehensive handbook and established consistent training, evaluation, and recognition processes.
- Coordinated scheduling with varsity athletics, club sports, and campus-wide events, ensuring efficient use of indoor and outdoor athletic facilities.
- Leadership & Honors:
- Outstanding Staff Member Award (2025)- Recognized for exceptional dedication, performance, and impact on student success and community engagement.
- Committee Leadership & Governance- Served on presidential, athletic director, and coaches search committees; co-chaired Student Experience Committee.
- Policy Development- Contributed to updates of student conduct and discipline codes.
Sports & Recreation Director
Lewisburg YMCA at the Miller Center
Lewisburg, PA
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Monitored and reviewed sports programs that included the overall marketing, finances, and logistical management of the 100,000 sq. ft. venue.
- Supervised, scheduled, and hired/trained coaches, game managers, and referees to run sports camps/clinics, leagues, and tournaments, generating $500,000+ in revenue from PIAA participating school districts.
- Worked with the Associate Executive Director to increase national attention to the state-of-the-art sports facility for rental purposes by increasing rental revenue by 30%.
- Coordinated athletic events with athletic directors and coaches to run regional and national tournaments, including the USA Field Hockey National Indoor Tournament, USA Gymnastics, March Mania, Pickleball Tournaments, and June Jamfest.
- Managed all social media, WordPress, and marketing campaigns related to sports and recreation, increasing consumer interaction and program revenue growth.
Assistant Athletic Director
Mechanicsburg Area School District
Mechanicsburg, PA
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted in the daily operations of a 32-sport athletic department, coordinating scheduling, transportation, and staffing for events and practices.
- Assisted with all eligibility documentation and compliance for student-athletes per PIAA standards.
- Scheduled and assigned event staff and game workers; handled payroll and gate receipts.
- Facilitated Schedule Star and Big Teams for scheduling and communication with coaches, parents, and media.
- Served as site host for PIAA District III and State Playoff events; 2019 and 2020 Sectional Wrestling Awards Chairman.
- Collaborated with the Athletic Director to increase community engagement through promotional campaigns and social media.
Director of Sports & Fitness
Harrisburg Young Professionals
Harrisburg, PA
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Focused on building impactful relationships with clients, team members, and leadership while at the same time supporting talent acquisition and development activities for new employees and volunteers.
- Oversaw 11 recreational programs with 3,500 participants, managed registrations, marketing efforts, disciplinary actions, and schedules, including assigning referees to Central Pennsylvania's most extensive adult recreational program.
- Managed an annual budget of $120,000; generated $20,000+ in charitable donations through relationships.
- Partnered with the Executive Director to achieve and surpass the yearly sponsorship goal of $60,000 and successfully recruited 400+ new participants by assigning 320+ teams, further increasing revenue.
- Directed the 5-Miler Race/Golf Scramble; helped in raising over $25,000 for charity and organizations by managing the race and golf scrambles.
Coordinator of Athletic Digital Media & Marketing/Athletic Events Administrator
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Coordinated game day and facility operations for 12 NJCAA athletic programs.
- Led digital marketing and social media strategy to enhance program visibility.
- Managed inventory, distribution, and reporting for athletic uniforms and equipment.
Athletic Department Intern to the Director of Athletics
Lafayette College
Easton, PA
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted with preparations for the 152nd Lafayette–Lehigh Rivalry Football Game.
- Conducted financial and comparative analysis on 23 Division I athletic programs, identifying operational strengths and opportunities for growth.
- Prepared recommendations for revenue enhancement and departmental efficiency.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Sports Management
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA01-2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sports Management
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA01-2016
Skills
- Athletic & Recreation Operations
- Event Management
- Scheduling
- Budget Administration
- Risk Management
- Student-Athlete Development
- Staff Supervision
- Facility Management
- Community Engagement
- Marketing & Communications
- Scheduling Coordination
- Creative Vision
Certification
- National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA)
- Registered Athletic Administrator Certificate
- National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA)
- Professional Member
- Certified Softball Umpire for the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC)
- Hartford Board & Plainville Little League
Timeline
Coordinator of Recreational Programming
Trinity College
03.2026 - Current
Senior Assistant Director of Recreation
CENTERS, LLC- University of New Haven
07.2025 - 12.2025
Director of Recreation & Club Sports
University of Hartford
09.2022 - 06.2025
Sports & Recreation Director
Lewisburg YMCA at the Miller Center
06.2021 - 09.2022
Assistant Athletic Director
Mechanicsburg Area School District
07.2018 - 03.2020
Director of Sports & Fitness
Harrisburg Young Professionals
02.2017 - 05.2019
Coordinator of Athletic Digital Media & Marketing/Athletic Events Administrator
Northampton Community College
09.2016 - 12.2016
Athletic Department Intern to the Director of Athletics
Lafayette College
05.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sports Management
York College of Pennsylvania
Master of Science (M.S.) - Sports Management
California University of Pennsylvania