Skyler Ruetz
Minneapolis,MN
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Women In Leisure Services President-Elect
Minnesota Parks & Recreation Association
06.2025 - Current
- Participate in national WILS meetings, delivering updates on Zeta chapter activities.
- Managed logistics for annual WILS luncheon for 42 participants by confirming professional speaker, reserving Westwood Hills Nature Center, and promoting event across Springly and social media platforms.
- Facilitate with WILS President monthly WILS board meetings to strategize upcoming networking events, leadership opportunities, and social gatherings.
- Engage with women in the parks and recreation sector throughout the metro to advocate for WILS and expand its reach.
Recreation Specialist
City of Fridley
09.2022 - Current
- Design and implement engaging recreational programs tailored to community needs.
- Coordinate and execute our after school programs (K-4) and pre-school programs (ages 3-5).
- Hold strong relationships with community partners and Fridley Public Schools.
- Coordinated with our elementary schools and led our Glow Dance and Valentine Dance for over 100 community members.
- Coordinate with Recreation coordinator to book field trips, buses and gather all supplies/paperwork as needed.
- Evaluate participant feedback to refine activities and ensure high satisfaction levels.
- Mentor junior staff and summer interns fostering professional growth and operational excellence.
- Coordinate and lead summer program training for 25 seasonal staff ranging from 15-22 years old.
- Assisted in drafting seasonal position descriptions for interns, on-site coordinators, facility monitors, and youth instructors.
- Assist with scheduling seasonal staff for programs year round.
- Execute photography of programs to enhance promotional content for social media, ensuring timely delivery to communication team.
- Determine and purchase program supplies and equipment with p-card.
- Presented Locke Park improvement plan to the City Council.
- Update city database to reserve shelters, register participants, and reserve facilities.
- Help Recreation coordinator with monthly brochures.
- On-site coordinator at ROCKS (day camp for kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade) to ensure seasonal staff are executing their job duties and help with kids behaviors.
Recreation Intern
Shoreview Community Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Executed annual Carnival for Kids event that had approximately 200 participants.
- Fostered relationships with kids, parents, staff.
- Tracked program expenses, enrollments, attendance for monthly reports.
- Presented scholarship fund to recreation staff.
- Implemented Adventure Quest Fun Fridays for kids.
- Assisted with Senior Tea event for seniors.
- Participated in staff interviews for Adventure Quest and Summer Discovery.
- Advertised community activities on social media platforms.
Wisconsin State Student Leader
Wisconsin Intramural Recreation Sports Association
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Organized student roundtables to enhance engagement and professional growth within WIRSA.
- Collaborated in a team environment to ensure productivity.
- Managed monthly updates for WIRSA's social media profiles, increasing online presence.
- Explained goals, scholarship opportunities, and tasks for Wisconsin's recreational departments.
- Participated in the annual Wisconsin business meeting with WIRSA members statewide.
- Implemented SMART goals in region 3 to advocate for recreational students.
- Attended bi-weekly meetings with student leaders from Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana for state updates.
Intramural Sports Supervisor
University Of Wisconsin-Stout Recreation
10.2018 - 05.2022
- Taught regulations and rules to players and officials.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players.
- Navigated challenging situations with assertiveness and creativity for success.
- Participated in meetings with supervisors to develop new sports offerings and improve accessibility.
- Evaluated referees' performances, providing feedback on strengths and areas for improvement.
- Conducted Intramural Supervisor interviews.
- Collaborated with officiating team to address violations and implement resolutions.
Lead on Social Committee Student Chair
Region 3 NIRSA
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Register participants and answer specific event inquiries.
- Schedule events in recreation facilities and monitor facility conditions.
- Plan and conduct community activities such as community engagement, informal social and formal social in downtown Chicago.
- Actively post on region 3 social media to keep members of NIRSA informed about the upcoming Lead On.
- Communicate to other student workers, and professional staff about any concerns, questions, or thoughts I have regarding potential venue options for our social.
- Attend weekly meetings to go over goals, progress, and help other committees as needed.
- Assign tasks within the social committee team such as getting inquiries from venues, breakfast and lunch options, and Wisconsin schools to ask for donations in a timely manner.
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Of Dunn County
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Consulted with different healthcare disciplines to offer important mental health support to patients.
- Assisted people with disabilities to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
Education
B.S - Rehabilitation Services
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie05-2022
Skills
- Strong communication skills with conflict resolution expertise
- Professionalism under pressure
- Build and sustain professional relationships
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Proficient in CPR and AED techniques
- Team leader
- Engaging personality
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Mental Health First Aid Certified
Timeline
Women In Leisure Services President-Elect
Minnesota Parks & Recreation Association
06.2025 - Current
Recreation Specialist
City of Fridley
09.2022 - Current
Recreation Intern
Shoreview Community Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Lead on Social Committee Student Chair
Region 3 NIRSA
09.2021 - 01.2022
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Of Dunn County
05.2020 - 09.2021
Wisconsin State Student Leader
Wisconsin Intramural Recreation Sports Association
03.2020 - 05.2022
Intramural Sports Supervisor
University Of Wisconsin-Stout Recreation
10.2018 - 05.2022
B.S - Rehabilitation Services
University of Wisconsin-Stout