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Education
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ROBERT J. DICKSON

Huntington

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record in project management and customer service, notably at the Walt Disney Company. Excelled in creating engaging community spaces and enhancing guest experiences, leveraging skills in sales & marketing and social media trend awareness. Successfully pioneered programs, exceeding goals by fostering strong relationships and innovative strategies.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Housing Inspector

Community Development Corporation of Long Island
09.2023 - 10.2024
  • Inspected houses and apartments for compliance under Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and/or National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE)
  • Scheduled appointments and complete all assigned inspections on time and in full
  • Responded to landlord and tenant inquiries
  • Liaison between tenant and landlord when needed to aid in program enforcement
  • Managed various trackers daily of assigned inspections
  • Assigned to be lead on a program that helps assist inspections for participants who need extra time, care and attention
  • Performed re-inspections of previously cited violations until satisfactory resolution was achieved.
  • Closely inspected government property to verify compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Conducted follow-up visits at inspected sites after completion of corrective actions taken by property owners.

Owner

Sandbox Playspace
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Created an indoor community play and gathering space reaching over 4,000 new families
  • Provided highest level guest experience and customer service
  • Managed budgets and purchasing
  • Recruited, hired, trained and developed staff and volunteers
  • Worked with outside agencies to prepare business documents and to ensure compliance for licensure and regulations
  • Directed the construction, maintenance and development of operations & the facility
  • Prepared and coordinated community and in-house events
  • Completed upkeep, repair and improvement of materials and facility

Assistant Director

Huntington Historical Society
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Managed educational programs and large community festivals & fundraisers
  • Including: Wine Under Stars, Apple Festival, Sheep to Shawl Festival, Historical Walking Tour, Passport to the Past Summer Camp
  • Forged strong relationships with donors to secure funding, contributions and increase support for society objectives
  • Ensured efficient completion of tasks, correspondence, and office roles
  • Recruited, hired, trained volunteers to actively plan and execute events
  • Directed the maintenance, communication, and repair for all properties
  • Contracted exceptional lecturers for Lunch and Learn programming
  • Launched and launched social media campaigns
  • Explored new reach including Facebook Live
  • Completed physical tasks involving property maintenance, moving acquisitions and physical labor throughout HHS property
  • Negotiated contracts, obtained permits, secured staff and contractors necessary for successful festivals and events

Program Director

Windermere Preparatory School
Windermere
01.2004 - 01.2009
  • Company Overview: Windermere, Florida
  • Pioneered the launch of a classic summer day camp which in its first year served 200+ families
  • Founded 'Community School' offering specialty workshops and classes
  • Designed successful marketing / sales strategies to attract & retain families
  • Implemented the highest-quality guest service model to exceed satisfaction of families
  • Coordinated use and upkeep of 48 acres facility including fields, classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria, pool and art rooms
  • Recruited, supervised and mentored a staff of 25
  • Designed and led orientations, meetings, programming and team-building activities
  • Built a strong values-based culture of enthusiasm, camaraderie & teamwork
  • Acquired lessees and managed a lucrative facility rental initiative
  • Windermere, Florida

Advanced Sales Associate

Walt Disney Company
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Regularly exceeded sales goals and obtained successful results without using pressure tactics
  • Delivered exemplary guest service in greeting, communicating and aiding many global guests daily
  • Excelled in applying Disney’s model of positive corporate culture and innovative guest service

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Central Florida
Florida
01.2001

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Customer Service
  • Apple Suite
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Coaching
  • Problem Solving
  • Social Media Trend Awareness

Hobbies and Interests

  • Social Networking
  • Community Engagement

Additional Information - Personal

2, 14, 12, Passionate lifetime sportsperson and sports enthusiast, Tri-Village Little League - Coach (2012 - Present), Minor League Commissioner/Player Agent, Board of Directors, Adept at resolving hardware/software issues, Network setup, Troubleshooting technical problems, Skilled at inspection, Preventative maintenance, Repair, Refurbishing, Keeping things in good working order, NY State Licensed Security Guard, CPR/First Aid Certified

Affiliations

  • Little League Coach & Board Member HTV LL - Williamsport Summer Team Coach 2016-2024

Timeline

Housing Inspector

Community Development Corporation of Long Island
09.2023 - 10.2024

Assistant Director

Huntington Historical Society
01.2017 - 01.2019

Owner

Sandbox Playspace
01.2013 - 01.2020

Program Director

Windermere Preparatory School
01.2004 - 01.2009

Advanced Sales Associate

Walt Disney Company
01.2001 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Central Florida

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