Rochelle R. Callis
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Exceptional performer with proven ability to apply diverse management and business experience to a consistent record of success. Skilled in multi-program management, community relations, partnerships, personnel administration, mentoring, facilitation, supervision, budgeting, and fundraising. Proactive team player and natural leader capable of excelling in any position.
Experienced with strategic planning and project management. Utilizes leadership skills to drive team performance and operational excellence. Track record of delivering high-impact results through innovative problem-solving and effective communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Recreation & Community Services
Conejo Recreation & Park District
02.2016 - Current
- Led with a focus on Emotional Intelligence to develop a cohesive team that gets results. Motivated by the opportunity to mentor, guide and collaborate with a team to reach organizational goals to best serve the community. Hands-on approachable leader that inspires smart and creative work while building team cohesion.
- Achievements
- Assessed community needs and developed programs to impact the participants.
- Developed and made recommendations for new or revised policies and best practices.
- Collaborated with community municipalities, non-profits, and businesses.
- Researched and addressed concerns from community and staff.
- Present and create Board reports and presentations.
- Responsible for overall direction and goals for department.
- Establish, retain, and grow a productive and cohesive team.
- Analyzed the part-time pay scale presented suggested change to appropriate department and Board resulting in a new pay scale.
- Annually evaluate program fees and make adjustments to meet market value and budget needs.
- Strategic planning and goal setting for the Division and District.
- Lead assigned Ad Hoc committees.
- Update and maintain shared use agreements, contracts and MOU’s.
- Lead for Division risk management, Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion (JEDI) and American Disability Act (ADA) compliance.
- Guide marketing department and led 60th Anniversary marketing campaign along with community conversations campaign for a revenue measure.
- Conduct in-house staff satisfaction surveys to increase knowledge of job satisfaction.
Executive Director
Southeast Ventura YMCA
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Responsible for the overall daily operations of five buildings including two pools on thirty-five acres and three buildings off site. Manage a team of five direct reports and up to fifty employees. Supervise all building and maintenance projects, risk management, human resources, trainings, and customer relations Facilitate, recruit and train board of managers up to twenty two members and work with over two hundred volunteers throughout the year on fundraising and special events.
- Achievements
- Developed a board of 15 which ran a community support campaign annually with over 30 volunteers.
- Improved community involvement and engagement ending in a positive year end budget for the first time.
- Project manager for resurfacing the parking lots, two pools, remodel of locker rooms and a sewer project.
- Organized and administered a community event with over 3,500 participants with 50 volunteers.
- Responsible for risk management and health and safety
Regional Vice President
Central Coast YMCA
07.2007 - 08.2013
- Responsible for operational, financial, human resources, and risk management duties at two locations. Managed a leadership team of four which oversaw all day-to-day responsibilities along with strategic planning, fundraising, marketing and development of new programming. Worked with over 70 volunteers to support the community.
- Achievements
- Conducted community needs assessments developed programs to meet needs.
- Developed partnerships with the School District to collaborate on services.
- Built a highly effective and energized team.
- Led two Boards with up to 22 members to develop strategic plans, and capital improvements.
- Guided over 80 volunteers to meet strategic goals.
- Conducted program surveys to analyze community satisfaction of programs.
Associate Executive Director
The YMCA of Orange County
08.1998 - 07.2007
- Responsible for the health and safety of over 900 members per day, duties included fiscal management of 3.5 million budget. Supervised 11 program facilities, staff recruitment and retention of teams up to 80, and developed assessment tools for existing programs. Developed new partnerships within the community and association which built assets and new programs for the YMCA.
- Achievements
- Analyzed and evaluated the existing staff development program, implemented improvements, resulting in increased staff retention.
- Worked with local school district to start up new programs.
- Created strong participation of parents through development of Parent Advisory Committees to give input on programs and facilities.
- Conducted and developed trainings for inhouse staff and for state conferences.
- Established a marketing campaign which increased community awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CaliforniaAssociate of the Arts - Early Childhood Education
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CaliforniaSkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Partnerships and alliances
- Crisis management
- Facilities management
- Human resources management
- Financial planning
- Fundraising events
- Team management
- Operations management
- Creativity and innovation
Certification
Davenport Institute Public Engagement Certificate Coarse, YMCA - Presidential, Member Engagement, Outstanding Financial Performance, Excellence in Membership Development, CPRS- Directors Academy, CSDA – Social Media Challenges & Opportunities, Special District Leadership Academy, Ethics Compliance
Timeline
Director, Recreation & Community Services
Conejo Recreation & Park District
02.2016 - Current
Executive Director
Southeast Ventura YMCA
10.2013 - 02.2016
Regional Vice President
Central Coast YMCA
07.2007 - 08.2013
Associate Executive Director
The YMCA of Orange County
08.1998 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of the Arts - Early Childhood Education
Cuesta College