Mark Reinert
Petawawa,ON
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 30 years experience delivering executive support and team leadership to recreation association, facility and municipal operations. Dependable and detail-oriented, working independently to manage diverse tasks and multiple priorities in dynamic work environments. Broad experience includes employee supervision, project management, course content development, stakeholder engagement and contract negotiation. Recognized for exemplary contributions to the Ontario Recreation Facilities Association, Town of Petawawa, local community, and non-Government organizations.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Board of Directors Member
Ontario Recreation Facilities Association
Toronto, ON
01.2013 - Current
- Current ORFA Board of Directors President with 9 years previous Board experience as Director-at-Large and President-Elect
- Liaison between ORFA Board and Chief Administration Officer for all matters relating to administration, major expenses, annual scheduling, and strategic development
- Present Chair of Association Annual General Meeting
- Member of Board Administration and Finance Committee and ORFA Technical Advisory Committee
- Represent the Association at training workshops, industry conferences and trade shows
- Foster collaboration and development of new practices with industry leaders
- Ensured adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and standards when making decisions or taking action as a member of the Board of Directors
ORFA Instructor
Ontario Recreation Facilities Association
Toronto, ON
04.2007 - Current
- Lead instructor/coordinator for over 16 years delivering ORFA sanctioned content in person and via multi-modal delivery platforms
- Delivered, and assisted in development and upgrading of ORFA courses including: Building, Housekeeping and Sanitization; Grounds Maintenance and Operations; Building Maintenance and Operations; Legal Awareness I; and Legal Awareness II
- Member of ORFA Technical Advisory Committee working with administrators and team members to ensure currency with industry standards and best practices, upgrade curriculum and develop assessment methods
- Perform assessments focused on long and short-term industry and student needs to develop industry-leading courses
- Attend meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials
- Prepar instruction through lesson plans to address student's assessed needs, goals and objectives
- Utilize diverse technologies such as practical demonstrations, audio-visual equipment, computers or video projectors when teaching classes
- Engage students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Manager of Civic Properties
Corporation of the Town of Petawawa
Petawawa, ON
03.1993 - Current
- Assess team member's skillsets and assign tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency in a department of over 80 personnel and volunteers
- Monitor annual budgets and expenditures of over $3 million to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards for multiple civic facilities, projects, and recreational spaces
- Liaise with multiple public user groups representing diverse interests to develop strong relationships and mediate conflicting perspectives
- Excellent analytical skills used to ensure attention to detail in all aspects of day-to-day operations and multi-phase project management
- Demonstrated record of working productively and independently on concurrent projects in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace with frequent interruptions
- Proven ability to assess staff and public inquiries, and to exercise good judgment in taking appropriate actions to resolve difficult situations
- Implemented new technologies from companies such as Marmak's RFAM and Wavelinx Wireless lighting to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer experiences
- Co-host monthly Renfrew County Recreation Facility Managers Association working group to ensure all municipalities are aware of advances in industry trends and legal developments
Plant Department Lead Hand
Renfrew County District School Board
Pembroke, ON
04.1991 - 03.1993
- Conferred with senior management, owners, contractors and design professionals to discuss project goals and problem solve
- Operated on rotating work schedules to maximize coverage and maintain productivity within various school construction and remediation projects
- Implemented full-cycle construction processes, including quality assurance, as-built drawing review, scope submissions, change requests and orders
Arena Manager
Corporation of the Town of Cobden
Cobden, ON
04.1988 - 04.1991
- Implemented safety regulations in accordance with local laws and industry standards to protect employees and patrons alike from potential hazards.
Arena Manager
Corporation of the Town of Eganville
Eganville, ON
04.1984 - 03.1988
- Supervised grounds people, event staff and maintenance personnel to promote best practices and build productive teams
- Organized special events such as tournaments, concerts, conventions, trade shows, and other entertainment activities
Education
Certified Parks Technician
ORFA
Toronto, ON06.2005
Certified Recreation Facilities Professional
ORFA
Toronto, ON12.2002
Certified Ice Technician
ORFA
Toronto, ON02.2001
Skills
- Course Content Development and Delivery
- Operations Management
- Workforce Development
- Policy and Regulation Implementation
- Academic Instruction
Accomplishments
- Rotary International Paul Harris Award (Nov 2017)
- Rotary International Leadership Award (Mar 2009)
- Ducks Unlimited Distinguished Service Award (May 2001)
- Doug Moore Ambassador Award (Dec 2013)
- Ontario Volunteer Service Award (20 years service) Petawawa Horticultural Society (Jan 2021)
- Ducks Unlimited Volunteer Convention Chair (2003-2004)
- Ducks Unlimited 25 Years of Service Award (1997-2022)
- Renfrew County Stewardship Council (2001-2004)
Affiliations
- International travel, outdoor pursuits, Friend of Rotary International, community volunteer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Board of Directors Member
Ontario Recreation Facilities Association
01.2013 - Current
ORFA Instructor
Ontario Recreation Facilities Association
04.2007 - Current
Manager of Civic Properties
Corporation of the Town of Petawawa
03.1993 - Current
Plant Department Lead Hand
Renfrew County District School Board
04.1991 - 03.1993
Arena Manager
Corporation of the Town of Cobden
04.1988 - 04.1991
Arena Manager
Corporation of the Town of Eganville
04.1984 - 03.1988
Certified Parks Technician
ORFA
Certified Recreation Facilities Professional
ORFA
Certified Ice Technician
ORFA
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