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KELLY BERTO

Roseville,CA

Summary

Experienced and passionate professional with over 20 years of program management, event planning, and development experience. Proven ability to establish rapport and build credibility through excellent communication skills, fostering strong relationships with employees, peers, and management. Skilled in supervision and management, successfully overseeing multiple projects and consistently delivering timely and accurate results.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Standards Manager

Sun City Lincoln Hills Community Association
01.2024 - Current

Oversees and directs resident compliance with Community Association’s Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions. Serves as the Community Association’s liaison to the Architectural Review Committee, Compliance Committee and other reviewing entities as may be established by the Association Board of Directors. Must ensure that all support and service is conducted and fulfilled in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of Sun City Lincoln Hills Community Association’s Governing Documents and California Civil Code.

  • Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
  • Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Produced reports about community activities to keep owners, directors and property managers informed.
  • Monitored community activities and maintained compliance with relevant laws, regulations and codes.
  • Continuously assessed community goals and objectives, making data-driven decisions to align strategies with overall organizational priorities.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.

Senior Manager of Resident Services

Golden Rain Foundation
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: Golden Rain Foundation is a nonprofit corporation that manages the amenities and facilities at a nationally recognized and award-winning independent-living active adult community located in Walnut Creek
  • Development of the community began in 1963 and there are approximately 10,000 residents
  • Directs six department managers and a total staff of 60+ in the departments of Transit, Counseling Services, Recreation, Custodial/AV, Fitness & Aquatics
  • Provides leadership and strategic planning for Bus Transportation, Custodial Services, Counseling/Mental Health Services, Recreation, Fitness Center, Aquatics (3 Pools)
  • Helps to coordinate cross-departmental partnerships and staff-wide projects for foundation with 250 full-time, part-time and part-time on-contract employees
  • Hires, mentors and trains department heads
  • Manages departmental annual budgets of $9.6M
  • Interacts with Golden Rain Foundation Board of Directors, advisory committees and resident commissions by building strong relationships to drive results and ensure goals are aligned and met
  • Evaluates department managers’ performance to ensure goals are met
  • Golden Rain Foundation is a nonprofit corporation that manages the amenities and facilities at a nationally recognized and award-winning independent-living active adult community located in Walnut Creek
  • Development of the community began in 1963 and there are approximately 10,000 residents
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

Recreation Manager

Golden Rain Foundation
02.2015 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw Recreation Department with high point of contact with community members
  • Directly supervised 12 full-time staff and 3 part-time staff in the areas of Volunteer Services, Special Events, Facilities, Activities, Excursions, Audio Visual/Tech and Administration
  • Increased participant numbers and revenue by creating innovative programs, while constantly striving to improve existing programs
  • Effectively managed annual department budget of $500,000
  • Built donor relations, coordinated fundraising events and oversaw recognition initiatives, which included raising $20,000 with a newcomers’ cocktail party in its inaugural year
  • Negotiated, developed, and maintained community partnerships and vendor contracts
  • Served as staff liaison to 250 resident-led clubs and organizations
  • Served on the board as the chair of the annual Diversity Festival Committee
  • Served on the CPRS Aging Section Board

Volunteer Services and Event Coordinator

Golden Rain Foundation
10.2001 - 01.2015
  • Recruited, supervised and trained 350+ volunteers for 12 programs
  • Led ongoing program development and enrichment to meet the needs of the residents and the community
  • Oversaw community outreach and promotion, which included public-speaking engagements and appropriate publicity to news and media outlets
  • Maintained accurate and detailed volunteer database
  • Provided ongoing volunteer recognition and appreciation
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
  • Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training efforts, building a dedicated team of individuals committed to supporting successful events.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Human Services

CHABOT COLLEGE
Hayward, CA

Skills

  • Project Management Expertise
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cross-Departmental Communication Skills
  • Effective and Efficient Problem Solving
  • Employee Development Facilitation
  • Collaborative Relationship Management
  • Detailed Event Coordination
  • Community Outreach
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving

Professional Development

  • California Association of Community Managers, Member
  • California Parks & Recreation Services, Member, 01/01/08, Current
  • CPRS Aging Section Board, Member, 01/01/13, 12/31/18
  • CPRS District 3 Roundtable, Attendee, 01/01/05, 12/31/19
  • Girl Scouts of Central California, Volunteer, 01/01/22, Current
  • Arthritis Foundation, Volunteer at Arthritis Walk, 01/01/04, Current
  • Traumatic Brain Injury Organization, Volunteer, 01/01/08, Current

Certification

CCAM-Certified Community Association Manager

Timeline

Community Standards Manager

Sun City Lincoln Hills Community Association
01.2024 - Current

Senior Manager of Resident Services

Golden Rain Foundation
01.2023 - 12.2023

Recreation Manager

Golden Rain Foundation
02.2015 - 12.2023

Volunteer Services and Event Coordinator

Golden Rain Foundation
10.2001 - 01.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Human Services

CHABOT COLLEGE
KELLY BERTO