Sydney Kanne
Salem
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Men’s and Women’s Assistant Coach (Division III)
Willamette University
Salem, OR
08.2021 - Current
- Assist the Head Coach in any and all responsibilities surrounding a college team of 30 plus people, any other duties assigned, and fill in for the Head Coach when needed
- Know, follow, and enforce all rules and regulations from governing bodies
- Manage any recruit visits by setting up time to meet with the coaches, the team, professors, and/or admissions
- Organized recruitment efforts, identifying potential talent for the university's athletic programs.
- Assist in the running of home meets by organizing the team, running warm up, getting touch pads in, managing anything that comes up when running a swim meet
- Manage all logistical organize of the program such as practice schedule for athletes, travel, and meetings with athletes
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance athlete performance and skills.
- Mentored student-athletes in skill development and personal growth.
- Attend, participate, and share ideas in departmental meetings, institutional meetings, and coaches meetings
- Fostered a positive team culture, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among athletes.
- Participate in various Athletic Department Committees, as well as Student Affairs Committees
Aquatics Coordinator
Willamette University
Salem, OR
01.2023 - Current
- Provide oversight of the on-campus pool and 15 student workers
- Responsible for staffing, scheduling, and coordinating of facilities as well as purchasing and maintaining all equipment
- Works closely with the Athletic Department and Student Affairs Department on scheduling, conferences, camp schedules, and coverage of facilities
- Budget oversight of repair, maintenance, and payroll lines
- Developed and implemented aquatic safety protocols to enhance participant well-being.
- Coordinated training sessions for lifeguards, ensuring compliance with national standards.
- Led initiatives to increase community engagement in aquatic programs, fostering a welcoming environment.
Assistant Swim School Director
Willamette University
Salem, OR
08.2021 - Current
- Develop and update the various offered levels
- Market and communicate lessons to local parents/groups in the surrounding area
- Oversee all activities related to the organization, running, and continuation of swim school
- Handle all budgetary related tasks such as refunds, equipment purchases
- Ensure all 30 plus instructors are trained, prepared, and organized for lessons
- Ensure the overall safety of all children, parents, and instructors
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance student engagement and retention rates
Education
MA - Sports Management
Bushnell University
Eugen, Oregon08-2026
BA - Psychology and Political Science
Whittier College
Whittier, California05-2017
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excell, Power Point
- Scheduling coordination
- Inclusive environment
- Guest relations
- Staff training
- Facilities management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Water safety expertise
Certification
- Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Instructor
Timeline
Aquatics Coordinator
Willamette University
01.2023 - Current
Men’s and Women’s Assistant Coach (Division III)
Willamette University
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Swim School Director
Willamette University
08.2021 - Current
BA - Psychology and Political Science
Whittier College
MA - Sports Management
Bushnell University
Awards
The National Political Science Honor Society: Pi Sigma Alpha
CSCAA Jean Freeman Scholarship
Karen Wood Award