Derek Lower

Experience

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  University of Florida

  Nov 2011 - May 2015

  -Supervised the operation of three, multi-million dollar facilities on a daily basis-Trained and guide student staff for success in the work place and after graduation-Addressed and dissolved conflicts that arise throughout our recreational facilities-I was chosen from over 600 employees to attend a regional conference with professional staff members of the Department of Recreational Sports. -Enforced RecSports policies and procedures to promote participant safety and satisfaction-Oversaw equipment check-out/in and usage by participants-Monitored access to the facility to ensure only valid users and their guests are admitted-Modeled, Promoted and consistently enforced RecSports policies for both participants and RecSports Team Members-I was selected for employee of the month in May from a pool of 95 employees. -Delegated tasks effectively to ensure daily and special events are set up in a timely manner-Supervised and assist Student Managers to ensure events are run correctly and efficiently-Managed time effectively to complete Student Manager tasks as well as Head Manager tasks-I was given a National Championship ring for my contributions to the team's success in 2012 -Managed UF track and field practice including sprint, hurdle, vertical and horizontal jump drills-Enforced NCAA and UF Athletic Association policies and regulations -Oversaw usage, condition, and organization of track and field equipment -Coordinated directly with coaches to ensure track meets are run correctly and efficiently-I earned a Varsity Letter after I completed one year of exemplary work

  • Intern of Facility Operations

    Jan 2015 - May 2015

  • Operations Supervisor

    May 2014 - May 2015

  • Operations Associate

    Aug 2013 - May 2015

  • Head Student Manager, Track and Field

    Aug 2013 - Dec 2014

  • Student Manager, Track and Field

    Nov 2011 - Aug 2013
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  Florida Citrus Sports

  Dec 2012 - Dec 2012

  Volunteer, Russel Athletic Bowl

  •Anticipated needs of fans and provided exceptional customer service•Learned and enforced Russell Athletics bowl policies and procedures•Developed problem solving skills by quickly reacting to various scenarios

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  The University of Alabama at Birmingham

  May 2015 - Jul 2015

  Intern of Facility Operations

  -Organize set ups for special events and facility reservations in a 152,000 sq. ft. facility.-Manage a team of 20 customer service and facility operation staff members.-Create and implement new hiring and training procedures.-Review, edit, and implement department and employee manuals.-Collect data and represent it in monthly and quarterly reports to be reviewed and assessed by the Director of Recreational Sports.

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  University of Central Florida

  Aug 2015 - May 2017

  Graduate Assistant for Facilities
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  Florida Polytechnic University

  May 2017 - now

  Oversight of Campus Recreation facilities and programs including: 10,000 Sq. Ft recreation facility, soccer field, outdoor basketball and volleyball court, and a junior Olympic lap pool. Programs include intramurals, fitness, aquatics, sport clubs, mascot and spirit squad, social media/marketing and event management team. Oversee all aspects of recreation including fitness, aquatics, intramural sports, and facilities with the goal of providing students a safe place to cultivate healthy habits and live a better life.

  • Assistant Director of Campus Recreation

    Mar 2021 - now

  • Student Life Coordinator

    May 2017 - Jun 2022