Jarrod Copland
Greater Sudbury,ON
Summary
Collaborative recreation leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Sport and Competition
Special Olympics Ontario
Toronto, ON (Remote Office)
11.2021 - Current
- Oversaw the execution and strategic planning of grassroots sports programming
- Developed and implemented Return to Play initiatives following the COVID-19 pandemic
- Managed sport team staff, interns and summer students
- Responsible for cross-departmental collaboration to action strategic plan initiatives.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Advised and implemented marketing and communications plans for key and/or unique events.
- Responsible for review and creation of sport policy based on current trends and member feedback.
- Responsible for creation, monitoring and reporting on budgets and grants for sport team projects.
- Created member advisory councils for grassroots feedback on organizational direction and key strategic priorities.
Developer, Sport and Competition
Special Olympics Ontario
Sudbury, ON (Remote Office)
05.2017 - 11.2021
- Worked closely with volunteer members to execute and deliver sport priorities across Ontario.
- Liaised and co-ordinated with partner and community organizations on cross organizational initiatives and streamlining of resources.
- Facilitated and administered coach and volunteer education.
- Supported the execution of grassroots sport competition, including Provincial Qualifiers and Provincial Games.
- Monitored and actioned volunteer complaints, including the creation and administration of formal appeal panels.
Program Consultant, Northern Ontario
Special Olympics Ontario
Sudbury, ON (Remote Office)
09.2011 - 05.2017
- Supported the development and enhancement of community programming in Northern Ontario.
- Liaised and engaged with local stakeholders to promote program growth.
- Co-ordinated and assisted with volunteer recruitment orientation and training.
- Special event management including sporting events, fundraisers and media opportunities.
- Acted as a spokesperson to increase public awareness, funding and partnership with other agencies.
- Provided administrative advice and strategic support to community and district volunteer committees.
Education
Honours Bachelor of Commerce - Sports Administration
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, ON05.2011
Skills
- Policy Implementation
- Event and project management
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently or in teams
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Manager, Sport and Competition
Special Olympics Ontario
11.2021 - Current
Developer, Sport and Competition
Special Olympics Ontario
05.2017 - 11.2021
Program Consultant, Northern Ontario
Special Olympics Ontario
09.2011 - 05.2017
Honours Bachelor of Commerce - Sports Administration
Laurentian University