Michael Sochaski Jr.
Wayne
Summary
Experienced Recreation professional overseeing large-scale recreational programs, facilities, and services, with a focus on maintaining safe and inclusive environments. Achievements include enhancing community engagement through innovative program development and effective staff supervision. Skilled in conflict resolution and fostering teamwork, ensuring successful operations and memorable experiences for participants.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent of Recreation
Wayne Township
Wayne
07.2023 - Current
- Planned budgets for facility operations, special events and programs for the recreation department.
- Created marketing strategies to increase awareness of recreation programs in the community.
- Supervised the maintenance of recreational facilities, including playgrounds, parks, and swimming pools.
- Coordinated staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage for all facility operations.
- In charge of scheduling the Wayne Community Center facility, all 20 outdoor recreation fields and all recreation facilities throughout the township.
- Calculate and record department expenses and revenue.
- Review applications from vendors or companies seeking contracts and rentals with the facility.
- Manage daily operations at the facility by overseeing staff performance, resolving conflicts among personnel, and responding promptly to customer complaints.
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on safety procedures, customer service standards, and other relevant topics.
- Trained workers in company procedures or policies.
- Interviewed and hired employees to fill staff vacancies and add seasonal help.
- Communicated with customers to convey information about events or activities.
- Planned, organized recreation programs, special events, bus trips, athletic events.
Recreation Supervisor
Wayne Township
Wayne
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Coordinated special events such as community holiday events, bus trips, sports tournaments, and outdoor activities.
- Oversaw the development of marketing plans to increase participation in recreation programs.
- Created and oversaw promotional materials to advertise upcoming recreational activities in the community.
- Monitored budget allocations for recreation department specific activities and operations.
- Supervised the maintenance of all recreational equipment and facilities.
- In charge of scheduling all field and recreation facility permits throughout the township.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive recreation programs for youth, adults, and seniors.
- Organized staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage of recreational activities.
- Managed inventory of supplies and materials needed for recreation programs.
- Mentored staff and students in safety procedures and protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Assistant Athletic Director
Wayne Police Athletic League
Wayne
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Manage overall operations of the athletics department.
- Responsible for scheduling sporting activities, games and fundraisers.
- Responsible for ordering, organizing, and distributing equipment and jerseys to teams.
- Oversee all sporting events.
- Hiring coaches.
- Inspect facility and equipment to maintain cleanliness, safety and purchase of new equipment.
- Responsible for the sports budget preparation and promotion.
Assistant Director
Wayne PAL Summer Day Camp
Wayne
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed overall operations of the camp.
- Planned day-to-day events for multiple age groups.
- Scheduled and supervised field trips.
- Hired, trained and supervised camp counselors.
- Responsible for enrollment and tuition.
Head Supervisor of Building Operations
Wayne Police Athletic League
Wayne
03.2016 - 12.2020
- Managed overall operations of the building.
- Responsible for planning of events and event staffing.
- Hire, train, and mentor new employees.
- Responsible for setup and closeout of events.
- Supervise traffic/parking.
- Maintain the fields and courts.
High School Basketball Official
IAABO Board 33
04.2017 - Current
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sport Management, Business
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Communication skills
- Budget management
- Event planning
- Staff supervision
- Program development
- Inventory management
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
- Employee training
- Facility management
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Management expertise
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Scheduling and planning
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO)
- Certified Pesticide Applicator
- CPR & AED Certification for Adults and Peds, 09/2019-Current
- High School Basketball Official Certification, IAABO NJ Board 33, 04/2017
- USA Football Youth Coaching Certification, 08/2016, 2017
Honors And Awards
- 2024 NJRPA Young Professional of the year award
- Graduated Magna cum laude
- Dean's List, 2016-2020
- Outstanding Achievement in Sport Management, Fall 2019
Affiliations
Volunteer Youth Basketball Coach|11/2017 - 03/2018
Volunteer Youth Football Coach|01/2016 - 01/2017
Participant|11/2016-Garden State Plaza 5K Run
Participant|01/2016-Relay for Life - Cancer Walk
Timeline
Superintendent of Recreation
Wayne Township
07.2023 - Current
Recreation Supervisor
Wayne Township
05.2021 - 07.2023
Assistant Athletic Director
Wayne Police Athletic League
12.2020 - 05.2021
Assistant Director
Wayne PAL Summer Day Camp
06.2020 - 08.2020
High School Basketball Official
IAABO Board 33
04.2017 - Current
Head Supervisor of Building Operations
Wayne Police Athletic League
03.2016 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sport Management, Business
William Paterson University
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