Patricia Davis
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Hardworking and passionate about Parks and Recreation ready for more professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. A dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Community Center and Recreation Service
City Of Fort Wayne-Parks And Recreation
Fort Wayne , IN
2015.09 - Current
- Led and supervised center staff, fostered teamwork and encouraged active involvement in implementing mission, vision and values.
- Worked in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and with community partners.
- Conducted ongoing center monitoring and audits to maintain compliance with performance standards, procedures and other local, state and federal regulations.
- Supervised maintenance, repair, safety and security of facility, materials and equipment.
- Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
- Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Developed Unwind Your Mind programming for those with early dementia
- Developed PODS camp programs for youth ages 5-14 year of age
Recreation Specialist-Preschool/Youth Coordinator
City Of Fort Wayne-Parks And Recreation
Fort Wayne , IN
1992.01 - Current
- Created Preschool/Youth Program in turn secured newly established full time position created for this program
- Planned and evaluated recreation and athletic programs.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Coordinated staff and volunteers to supervise events and facilitate scheduled activities.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised part-time and seasonal personnel to perform job functions of Preschool/Youth program.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
- Tracked program spending, enrollments and attendance to produce monthly reports for program director.
- Researched, planned and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of 18 months to 12 years of age.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
Playground Supervisor
City Of Fort Wayne-Parks And Recreation
Fort Wayne , IN
1988.06 - 1994.12
- Supervised staff at 21 playgrounds and Fun Mobiles leading them in park system tournaments and activities
- Served as role model for children by exercising appropriate decision-making and boundary-setting skills.
- Picked up employee attendance reports to keep accurate records of time worked and amount paid for staff.
- Administered basic first aid to treat injuries or illnesses.
- Prepared comprehensive schedules of activities and maintained daily records of number of participants, incidents and activities.
- Developed, modified and taught program activities to accommodate various ages, abilities and interests.
- Visited playground sites once times per day to check on program status and address any concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Business
Indiana Weslyan
Fort Wayne05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN06.1994
High School Diploma -
Elmhurst High School
Fort Wayne06.1988
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written and verbal communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Manager of Community Center and Recreation Service
City Of Fort Wayne-Parks And Recreation
2015.09 - Current
Recreation Specialist-Preschool/Youth Coordinator
City Of Fort Wayne-Parks And Recreation
1992.01 - Current
Playground Supervisor
City Of Fort Wayne-Parks And Recreation
1988.06 - 1994.12
Master of Science - Business
Indiana Weslyan
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne
High School Diploma -
Elmhurst High School
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