
Timeline
About me
Recreation Coordinator at City of Inver Grove Heights
Education

University of mn extension
2020 - 2021Festival and event management certificate of completion
Winona state university
2014 - 2018Bachelor's degree rttr- recreation and touismActivities and Societies: RTTR Club 2018 RTTR Club President 2017 RTTR Club Treasurer
Experience

Ymca camp winona
Mar 2017 - Jan 2018After school care staff- Supervise children, classroom, and all activities - Implement daily lesson/activity plans within guidelines - Transition small groups to and from pool, gym, recreation, and outdoor facilities- Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with staff and parents

Camp wenonah & wenonah outdoors
Jun 2017 - Aug 2017Camp counselor¬ Planned, coordinated, and executed activities while guiding campers in personal growth and daily living skills - Provided leadership for fifty participants and served as a role model in all areas of camp activities including cleanliness, rules, and sportsmanship - Upheld responsibility for the general safety, development, growth, and skill achievement for up to twelve participants in each group - - Communicated with parents about camper participation and concern - Maintained records of daily activities, camper attendance, and incident reports- Collaborated with staff to develop and implement daily activity plans Show less

City of inver grove heights
May 2018 - Aug 2018Recreation intern• Planned, implemented and supervised special events and recreation programs including youth and adult sports, Huck Finn Fishing Derby, Penny Carnival and Safety Camp. • Provided administrative and organizational support to the Parks and Recreation Department. • Collaborated and worked closely with community groups, organizations, and other city personnel. • Maintained ability to interact with the public in a positive manner.

Three rivers park district
Aug 2018 - Nov 2018Seasonal event assistant-Assist rental guests with all of their day of details and event needs -Perform a wide variety of customer service tasks in the operation of facility rentals -Provide administrative support to the Sales and Event Coordinator -Follows prescribed cash handling procedures and record keeping procedures for all beverage and event sales

City of eden prairie
Sept 2018 - Feb 2020• Assisted with planning, coordinating, and implementing community wide events and summer concert entertainment series for the City’s Parks and Recreation Department. • Managed event finances including contracts, check requests, invoicing, and reporting. • Assisted and supported the implementation of administrative processes, policies, and procedures to ensure high quality events, programs, facilities, and services. • Provided on-site coordination, leadership and troubleshooting for event logistics including set-up and tear-down. • Managed all project elements within time and budget limits. • Coordinated and hired new program vendors. • Assessed and evaluated current community events and determined needs and/or changes. • Ensured excellent customer service to deliver quality events, programs, facilities, and services. Show less • Developed and organized recreational activities including games, sports, crafts, special events, and other related activities for individuals with disabilities. • Facilitated program implementation, managed behaviors, and adapted activities to meet all participants’ needs. • Managed inventory and ordered activity supplies within the allocated budget. • Provided direction and trained seasonal and temporary staff on program policies, procedures, and best practices. • Developed workforce schedules to ensure proper staffing. • Communicated with parents/guardians, staff, and recreation leadership about program and participant experience. Show less
Recreation Lead-Events
Apr 2019 - Feb 2020Adaptive Recreation Coordinator
Sept 2018 - Jan 2020

City of golden valley, mn
Oct 2018 - Dec 2018Preschool sport instructor-Coach an assigned group of children emphasizing skill development, safety, fair play and sportsmanship -Provide leadership to over 15 participants and served as a role model in a recreational setting -Communicate with parents about participation and concern

City of inver grove heights
Nov 2018 - Mar 2019Recreation assistant• Assisted with the development and implementation of a variety of youth programs and special events. • Collaborated with community center staff in scheduling, rental, meeting room scheduling and logistical needs. • Assisted and managed scheduling seasonal staff for the outdoor rink locations. • Evaluated program success and determine if the program was meeting the needs of the community, program goals, and participation needs.• Responsible for keeping Parks and Recreation staff informed on a timely basis of any development issues. or concerns on program participants and/or staff. • Created program and event flyers for distribution and marketing materials. • Scheduled facility usage for all programs and events. Show less

City of inver grove heights
Sept 2019 - nowDevelop, plan, promote, and implement a variety of recreational programs including youth sports leagues, sports camps, youth and family social and educational opportunities, preschool instructional programs, and special events. • Recruit, hire, and provide work direction to contracted services staff and instructional sports staff. • Develop, manage, and administer service contracts for programs and events. • Evaluate program effectiveness and service quality to ensure outcomes are met. • Purchase, distribute, and manage program supplies and equipment. • Work cooperatively with local schools, businesses and other organizations to provide quality programs and events for the community. Show less • Coordinated, organized, and executed senior recreational programs such as classes, speakers, luncheons, and club activities. • Supervised adult sports leagues and developed schedules and standings. • Planned, coordinated and implemented special events for youth and family community members including Breakfast with Santa, Princess’s Dance and Boo Bash. • Organized registration and scheduling for programs and events through an online Recreation Software, MaxGalaxy. • Evaluated programs and administered program budgets and program participation. • Communicated with parents/guardians, staff, and recreation leadership about program and participant experience. Show less
Recreation Coordinator
Jan 2023 - nowRecreation Specialist
Feb 2020 - Jan 2023Interim Recreation Coordinator
Sept 2019 - Feb 2020
Licenses & Certifications

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Certified park and recreation professional (cprp)
National recreation and park associationAug 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Rachel Mikel, CPRPMRPA Presidential Award Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Jan 2022
- Awarded to Rachel Mikel, CPRPYoung Professional and Student Network Meritorious Award Minnesota Recreation and Park Association 2020
Volunteer Experience
2022 MRPA Conference- Programming Committee Co-Chair
Issued by Minnesota Recreation and Park Association on Oct 2021
Associated with Rachel Mikel, CPRPVolunteer
Issued by WINONA FAMILY YMCA INC on Feb 2017
Associated with Rachel Mikel, CPRPPeopleFest! Planning Committee Member
Issued by City of Eden Prairie on Apr 2020
Associated with Rachel Mikel, CPRP2021 Programming Sub-Committee Member
Issued by Minnesota Recreation and Park Association on Jan 2020
Associated with Rachel Mikel, CPRP
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