Nicole Washek
Fergus Falls,MN
Summary
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management, relationship building and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth & Family Director
YMCA of the Northern Sky
Fergus Falls, MN
09.2014 - 02.2026
- Manage all youth and family programs, including After School Care, Summer Day Camp, Child Watch, Youth Sports, and two Community Events each year.
- Produced and overseen $200K annual budget, billing, payments, purchasing, and financial tracking.
- Supervise, train, and scheduled twenty-five part-time staff and one full-time staff;
- Created Policies and Procedures for child care programming.
- Ensured safety and policy compliance.
- Coordinate activities and field trips for up to 100 children daily
- Communicate with 80+ parents each summer.
- Achieved childcare certification licensing through state of MN for Summer and After School programming.
- Created and implemented new enrichment programming for youth.
- Recruit volunteers for events
- Manage equipment/supply purchasing.
- Lead major events including Healthy Kids Day and a 1,000-attendee Halloween event.
- Completed administration duties: timesheets, childcare assistance claims, filing.
- Developed staffing schedules to ensure coverage and ration compliance
- Provided coaching to staff through observations and trainings.
- Tracked staff trainings and licensing requirements to stay compliant for state certification
- Supervise, train, and schedule 25 part-time and one full-time staff; ensure safety and policy compliance.
- Supported program manager in parent meetings, activity planning, and food program tracking
- Applied and received multiple local grants
- Continued running child care during Covid and adjusting to policies and adapting to constant changes.
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Battle Lake High School, Battle Lake, MN
Battle Lake, MN
01.2013 - 01.2016
- JV Head Coach and Varsity Assistant; taught fundamentals, strategy, and teamwork.
- Managed stats, injury taping, and athlete support during practices and games.
Youth and Family Coordinator
Fergus Falls Family YMCA
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Provided a safe and welcoming environment for twenty children in our care
- Produced and implemented daily activities for the school age program daily
- Assisted the program director with administration tasks and planning of programming
- Supported daily staff with activities and program policies and procedures
- Created relationships with families and children
- Helped provide supervision to maintain a safe place for all children
Membership Services / Fitness Floor / Sports Assistant
YMCA, Fergus Falls, MN
Fergus Falls, MN
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Assisted members with enrollment, tours, class registration, and payments; processed insurance and scholarship memberships.
- Supervised fitness areas, provided equipment orientations, and led Women’s on Weights classes.
- Managed adult volleyball leagues and taught fundamentals in youth sports programs.
Receptionist (Seasonal)
H & R Block, Fergus Falls, MN
Fergus Falls, MN
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, filed documents, and supported customers in a fast-paced office.
Education
B.A. - Sports Management
University of Minnesota–Morris
Morris, MN12-2011
A.A.S. - Pharmacy Technician
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, ND05-2008
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Business administration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Coaching and mentoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
Timeline
Youth & Family Director
YMCA of the Northern Sky
09.2014 - 02.2026
Youth and Family Coordinator
Fergus Falls Family YMCA
10.2013 - 09.2014
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Battle Lake High School, Battle Lake, MN
01.2013 - 01.2016
Membership Services / Fitness Floor / Sports Assistant
YMCA, Fergus Falls, MN
01.2012 - 01.2013
Receptionist (Seasonal)
H & R Block, Fergus Falls, MN
01.2012 - 01.2013
B.A. - Sports Management
University of Minnesota–Morris
A.A.S. - Pharmacy Technician
North Dakota State College of Science