Passionate about promoting the "Adventure" of Camp Samac. Hardworking and dedicated to quality building and site maintenance. Excellent scheduling and communication. Committed to excellent staff training and mentorship. Proficient in building and maintaining relationships with staff, youth, volunteers and community.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scouter (Volunteer)
13th Oshawa, Scouts Canada
11.2018 - Current
Assisted in developing and implementing program ideas, planned activities for units and evaluated program quality.
Fostered positive personal connection with each Scout and cultivated social connections and sense of solidarity.
Participated in group activities, emphasizing making camp fun for campers, teaching skills, providing encouragement and facilitating opportunities of interaction between campers.
Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Completed all required and additional training including Woodbadge I and II, Scoutcraft I and II, Respect in Sports for Activity Leaders.
Phase II ESA Coordinator/Environmental Technologist
Golder Associates Inc.
02.2015 - 04.2020
Managed analytical data for regulatory and operational reporting.
Coordinated utility locates and produced ground disturbance authority to work plans.
Conducted surface and groundwater investigations, adhering to all protocols and best management practices
Calibrated and maintained field equipment
Completed RSC Submissions
Created and communicated Health and Safety plans for site investigations,
Completed Phase I and II report writing
Scheduled Field Staff
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Merchandiser
Match Marketing Group/Complete Marketing Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2015
Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
Product Specialist
Black's Photography/Telus
04.2011 - 02.2014
Created spreadsheets to track and identify cost analysis and quality issues.
Worked closely with sourcing to develop supplier agreements.
Negotiated pricing and managed purchase price variances to maximize financial stability.
Maintained open communication and strong functional relationship with suppliers through verbal and written communications.
Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
Retail Sales Manager
Black's Photography
02.2002 - 04.2011
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
Managed day-to-day staffing and handled scheduling for all store employees.
Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport.
Trained and supervised new employees to use selling strategies and apply best practices.
Real Estate Sales Agent
Sutton Group Realty
05.2007 - 05.2010
Negotiated between buyers and sellers of properties with efficiency and transparency to maximize profits and maintain satisfaction of clients.
Educated clients on sales and buying processes and advised buyers on making decisions.
Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
Recognized as one of the top earners at Sutton in 2008.
Office Manager
Rundle Garden Centre
04.2004 - 05.2006
Managed payroll, balancing books, cash deposits and account management
Oversaw office and store inventory activities by forecasting demand, regular inventory checks, ordering, invoicing, stocking and shipment receiving.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items to meet their needs and provided excellent customer service. .
Assisted in hiring seasonal employees and responsible for interviewing.
Responsible for supervising and directing seasonal staff.
Education
Diploma With Honours - Civil Engineering Environmental Technologist Co-op
Humber College
Toronto, ON
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Practice
Royal Roads University
Victoria, BC
06.2026
Skills
Site Inspections
Basic Repairs/Maintenance
HSE and Risk Assessment
Budget Management
Effective Communication
Conflict Resolution Skills
Training and Supervising
Scheduling and Administration
Youth Program Development
Operations Management
Strong Relationship Building
MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Standard First Aid/CPR-C
Mental Health First Aid
Respect in Sports for Activity Leaders
PRC/VSS (Current and Clear)
AdventureSmart Hug-A-Tree to Survive and Survive Outside Presenter
Timeline
Scouter (Volunteer)
13th Oshawa, Scouts Canada
11.2018 - Current
Phase II ESA Coordinator/Environmental Technologist
Golder Associates Inc.
02.2015 - 04.2020
Merchandiser
Match Marketing Group/Complete Marketing Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2015
Product Specialist
Black's Photography/Telus
04.2011 - 02.2014
Real Estate Sales Agent
Sutton Group Realty
05.2007 - 05.2010
Office Manager
Rundle Garden Centre
04.2004 - 05.2006
Retail Sales Manager
Black's Photography
02.2002 - 04.2011
Diploma With Honours - Civil Engineering Environmental Technologist Co-op