JAY LAURENSON
Walnut Creek
Summary
Consistent seasonal employment for the town of Moraga as a Recreation Leader. Has shown dependable improvement in skills and professionalism through increased position and responsibility each summer. Currently maintains a Senior Recreation Leader position, fostering positive relations with campers, parents, and higher-ups. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities and roles to meet team goals and deadlines. Strong background in community engagement, event planning, managing diverse teams, conflict resolution, and expert communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Recreation Leader
Moraga Day Camp
05.2022 - Current
- Led daily recreational activities, fostering teamwork and social skills among participants.
- Coordinated special events, enhancing camper engagement through creative programming and themes.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, improving team performance and services.
- Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents, and staff.
- Provided technical assistance to the parks director to help coordinate diverse projects.
Volunteer NCL
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
- Coordinated food, clothing and household items for disadvantaged individuals and families.
- Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities.
- Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment.
- Supported staff with clerical work and other office tasks.
- Organized and managed events and projects as part of community support services.
- Tracked volunteer hours in spreadsheets.
- Teamed with community organizations and government agencies to increase outreach and service utilization.
- Freed full-time employees up for more critical work by completing clerical tasks and office work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Acalanes High School
Lafayette, CA05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2029
Skills
- Client Relations Strength
- Clerical Support
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team management
- Public Speaking
- Team Collaboration
- Community Service
Timeline
Senior Recreation Leader
Moraga Day Camp
05.2022 - Current
Volunteer NCL
09.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Acalanes High School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
San Diego State University