Cross-fit, Mountaineering, BJJ
Samuel Mandanas
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Cadet
Army ROTC
08.2024 - Current
- Attended briefings, meetings, and other events related to ROTC operations.
- Acquired a working knowledge of Army practices, disciplines, procedures, and equipment through training sessions.
- Conducted drills to practice leadership skills and teamwork in various scenarios.
Event and Technical Services
Syracuse University
09.2025 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Backwoods Director
Ymca Camp Pepin
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Trained and led staff on the proper use of campsite equipment.
- Trained staff on proper teaching techniques for the use of rifles and bows.
- Managed a small team of staff, leading them through different issues, and advocating for them to higher leadership.
- Managed camping schedules, meals, campsite allocation, and equipment allocation.
- Developed technical skills repairing camping equipment, and working around various issues to ensure safety and comfort whilst outdoors.
Camp Counselor
Canadian Adventure Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
- Conducted pre-camp orientation sessions for new campers and parents.
Lifeguard
Siwanoy Country Club
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
- Instructed patrons on proper use of diving boards, slides, ladders.
Assistant Volunteer Coach
Bronxville Highschool
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided individual instruction to young athletes on fundamentals of sport.
- Evaluated players' abilities, skills, and potentials.
- Encouraged young athletes to develop their physical and mental strengths.
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
Affiliations
- Delta Tau Delta, ROTC Cadet, Syracuse Outdoors Club.
Interests
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Exercise Science
08.2024 - Current
Timeline
Event and Technical Services - Syracuse University
09.2025 - Current
Backwoods Director - Ymca Camp Pepin
06.2025 - 08.2025
Syracuse University - Bachelor of Science, Health And Exercise Science
08.2024 - Current
Cadet - Army ROTC
08.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor - Canadian Adventure Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Volunteer Coach - Bronxville Highschool
06.2023 - 08.2023
Lifeguard - Siwanoy Country Club
05.2023 - 10.2023