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Parker Schroeder

Juneau

Summary

Dedicated and community-driven leader with 12 years of experience in outdoor recreation, summer camp leadership, and youth programming. Seeking to lead the City and Borough of Juneau’s Parks and Recreation Department by fostering inclusive, accessible community programs, protecting natural resources, and enhancing public spaces that reflect Juneau’s cultural and environmental values.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Logistics Coordinator

Echo Ranch
Juneau
04.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated and communicated camp logistics to staff volunteers, and participants.
  • Managed a fleet of over 20 vehicles, two landing crafts, and a skiff.
  • Ensured safe and timely travel around Echo Cove, coordinating times and vehicle types based upon tide levels and wave forecast.
  • Coordinated logistics operations for timely delivery of goods and materials.

Program Director

Echo Ranch
Juneau
01.2017 - Current
  • - Oversaw operations of Echo Ranch’s summer camp program, serving over 1,000 campers.
  • - Assessed and improved programming based on participant feedback and performance metrics.
  • - Managed a $10,000 operational budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and honoring donor requests.
  • - Led expansion to a second location in Haines, AK, and developed new outdoor and educational programs.
  • - Raised private funding for camp capital projects and staff salaries through strategic donor engagement.
  • - Supervised and trained a multi-tiered staff of 9 full-time and 40+ seasonal team members.
  • - Fostered a positive team culture with performance reviews, mentorship, and staff development systems.
  • - Implemented risk management protocols, emergency response plans, and outdoor safety procedures.
  • Coordinated training sessions for staff to improve program delivery and effectiveness.
  • Evaluated program outcomes to ensure alignment with organizational goals and mission.
  • - Promoted inclusive, nature-based recreation and environmental education for youth and families.

JDHS Track and Field Coach

Juneau School District
Juneau
12.2022 - 06.2024
  • Designed training programs for athletes to improve performance and skills.
  • Mentored student athletes in goal setting and personal development strategies.
  • Evaluated athlete performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts - Strength and Conditioning, Religious Studies, Applied Philosophy

University of Findlay
Findlay, OH
01.2016

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Budgeting
  • Program Development & Evaluation
  • Staff Training & Leadership Development
  • Community and Youth Engagement
  • Inclusive Programming & Accessibility
  • Outdoor Risk Management & Emergency Response
  • Public Speaking & Donor Communications
  • Suicide and Abuse Prevention (QPR Institute)
  • Conflict Resolution & Mediation (JUICE Program)
  • Logistics planning
  • Performance evaluation

Certification

  • Wilderness First Responder (WFR) / CPR & First Aid
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Timeline

Logistics Coordinator

Echo Ranch
04.2025 - Current

JDHS Track and Field Coach

Juneau School District
12.2022 - 06.2024

Program Director

Echo Ranch
01.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts - Strength and Conditioning, Religious Studies, Applied Philosophy

University of Findlay