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VANESSA WHITE

Carson,CA

Summary

Results-driven administrative professional with progressive experience advancing from Recreation Leader to Senior Recreation Leader and Office Assistant with the City of Manhattan Beach. A dependable team player with excellent organizational and communication, skills who thrives in collaborative environments and is committed to delivering exceptional service and operational excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Assistant

City Of Manhattan Beach
08.2025 - Current

1. Registered patrons for Parks and Recreation programs, including classes, camps, and bus excursions.

2. Responded to patron inquiries by phone and email, providing information about Parks and Recreation programs, facilities, and services.

3. Monitored indoor and outdoor facilities to ensure all users had paid the required rental fees and complied with facility policies and regulations.

4. Maintained an efficient workflow by managing multiple administrative tasks simultaneously and prioritizing assignments based on urgency and operational needs.

Senior Recreation Leader

City of Manhattan Beach
03.2023 - 08.2025

1. Supervised and planned a program for over 80 participants across two sites

2. Supervised and evaluated 15 program staff. Supervised onboarding and training process.

3. Oversee and be in charge of city events like Family Campout, Halloween Carnival

and Craft Night.

4. Coordinated new activities for the program, like annual youth and senior gingerbread decoration and a robotics class,

5.

Recreation Leader

City of Manhattan Beach
09.2018 - 03.2023

1. Led engaging recreational programs, including arts and crafts, baking, board games, and gentle stretching activities for participants

2. Work city event like Family campout, Pumpkin race, Hometown Fair, and Crafts Night

3. Supervised recreational programs and activities with groups of more than 45 participants while ensuring a positive and organized experience.

4. Enforced rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.

5. Monitored par activities to promote a fun, safe, and inclusive environment while proactively addressing behavioral issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - History

California State Dominguez Hill
Carson
05-2022

References

  • David, Ibarra, Recreation Supervisor, dibarra@manhattanbeach.gov, (310) 802-5419, City Of Manhattan Beach, Supervisor
  • Jesus, Sandoval, Senior Recreation Supervisor, jsandovaljr@manhattanbeach.gov, (310) 802-5428, City Of Manhattan Beach, One Of My Supervisor

Timeline

Office Assistant

City Of Manhattan Beach
08.2025 - Current

Senior Recreation Leader

City of Manhattan Beach
03.2023 - 08.2025

Recreation Leader

City of Manhattan Beach
09.2018 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - History

California State Dominguez Hill
VANESSA WHITE