Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Alexa Petrenko

28 Sweetland Ave Unit 1, Ottawa,ON

Summary

Committed to excelling in a criminology fieldwork placement opportunity. Hard-working and detail-oriented individual with a strong interest in criminal justice research, policy analysis, and front-line intervention. Experienced in working both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Driven by a passion for law enforcement, justice initiatives, and intervention.



Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aquatic Educator

Kids Can Swim
09.2024 - Current
  • Create innovative lesson plans and activities, maximizing youth enjoyment and skill development.
  • Enhanced swimmer performance by implementing tailored aquatic training for various skill levels.
  • Improved participant retention rates by establishing an inclusive environment that catered to individual needs

Aquatic Manager

Valleycrest Pool
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Implemented safety protocols, trained lifeguards, and responded to emergencies
  • Managed staff scheduling, performance reviews, payroll, and budgets
  • Resolved customer complaints and ensured a safe, positive, kid-friendly environment
  • Led and coached the diving program, mentoring athletes
  • Organized and oversaw aquatic events and competitions
  • Created business cards, flyers, and e-mail templates to distribute to potential clients and sponsors
  • Maintained monthly calendars outlining opportunities, social media, and PR initiatives

Front Desk Receptionist

Buzzfit
05.2020 - 04.2024
  • Welcomed members and visitors to the gym and provided accurate information concerning available programs and activities
  • Resolved customer complaints and made necessary updates to customers' accounts
  • Cleaned and sterilized gym equipment multiple times throughout the shift to decrease harmful bacteria
  • Collected payments, renewed memberships, and resolved billing issues

Public Relations

Evry Jewels
01.2020 - 11.2021
  • Created business cards, flyers, and e-mail templates to distribute to potential clients and sponsors.
  • Maintained monthly calendars outlining opportunities, social media, and PR initiatives.
  • Supported customer service goals and enhanced relations through friendly, knowledgeable, and positive communication.
  • Assembled customer orders from stock and packed items in boxes.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Social Science - Criminology

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
04-2026

DEC - Police Technology

John Abbott College
Montreal, QC
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Kuper Academy
Montreal, QC
05.2018

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Patient, empathetic, and non-judgmental
  • Friendly, ethical, and professional demeanor
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexible and adaptive schedule
  • Excellent administrative, organizational, and time-management skills

  • Research and analytical skills
  • Computer proficiency (Microsoft applications)
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Law enforcement and criminal justice knowledge
  • Strong team player

Certification

  • First AID/CPR and National Lifeguard
  • Driver's license Class G
  • Vulnerable Sectors Check 2025

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional

Timeline

Aquatic Educator

Kids Can Swim
09.2024 - Current

Aquatic Manager

Valleycrest Pool
05.2024 - 09.2024

Front Desk Receptionist

Buzzfit
05.2020 - 04.2024

Public Relations

Evry Jewels
01.2020 - 11.2021

Honours Bachelor of Social Science - Criminology

University of Ottawa

DEC - Police Technology

John Abbott College

High School Diploma -

Kuper Academy
Alexa Petrenko