LAUREN FREE
Columbus
Summary
SUMMARY A dependable team player with great communication and organizational skills who is eager to be successful and reach career goals. A charismatic independent with notable experience as a leader in Recreation Sport. Quickly establishes rapport with customers and other team members to encourage business and success—an outgoing and enthusiastic personality who is always eager to learn more about the sports industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Program Specialist/On-Site Supervisor
City of Columbus Recreation & Parks
06.2023 - Current
- Oversee a team of 25+ field staff employees within multiple facilities across the city
- Create and manage schedules of 25+ field staff employees
- Hire and train new staff for more successful program delivery
- Maintain accurate records of expenses, budget limits, revenue generation, etc.
- Coordinate and update daily schedules for staff and league programs
- Operate multiple adult sports leagues of different levels daily including softball, kickball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, etc.
- On-call to resolve concurring issues on-site
- On-site during league events and ensuring seamless execution
- Facilitate and schedule athletic officials and scorekeepers for each sport
- Report consistent updates and information to the entire team
- Daily use of programs such as Microsoft Excel, ArbitorSports, ActiveNet, Smartsheet, etc.
Recreation and Parks Field Representative
Columbus Recreation & Parks
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Opened and closed multiple athletic facilities
- Assisted in operating various sports leagues and tournaments such as volleyball, basketball, and softball
- Cleaned and maintained the public facilities
- Assisted in delivering and presenting trophies and awards
- Assisted in injuries and unexpected disruptions within facilities
- Organized and assisted in leading athletic rentals within facilities
Education
Sports Industry
The Ohio State University
05.2024
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Effective Time Management
- Highly organized
- Fast Learning
- Excellent communication
- Facility management experience
- Activity coordination
- Adaptive programming
- Team management
Timeline
Recreation Program Specialist/On-Site Supervisor
City of Columbus Recreation & Parks
06.2023 - Current
Recreation and Parks Field Representative
Columbus Recreation & Parks
05.2022 - 06.2023
Sports Industry
The Ohio State University
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