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Languages
Certification
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Michial Seginowich

Summary

Experienced recreation and facility leader with 15+ years in municipal and regional parks and recreation management. Proven track record in program development, facility operations, budget administration, staff supervision, and community engagement. Adept at strategic planning, health and safety leadership, grant writing, and interdepartmental collaboration. Recognized for building inclusive services, strong teams, and community partnerships that enrich public access to recreation.

Diligent Recreation Coordinator with proven track record in planning and coordinating recreational activities. Successfully managed diverse programs, enhancing community engagement and participant satisfaction. Demonstrated effective communication and leadership skills in team settings.

Experienced recreation professional skilled in organizing and managing diverse recreational programs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with ability to adapt to changing needs. Expertise in event planning, program development, and community engagement. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.

Enthusiastic Recreation Coordinator skilled in planning activities for people of all ages and interests. Effective leader promoting [Skill] skills. Known for adaptability, resourcefulness and solutions-oriented problem-solving.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Recreation Coordinator – External Contract Programs

City of Nanaimo
06.2023 - Current
  • Improved customer satisfaction with recreational services by regularly soliciting feedback and making necessary adjustments.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
  • Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
  • Managed timesheets for recreation attendants, instructors and coaches to provide prompt payment.
  • Prepared program budgets to monitor expenditures and payroll with established procedures.
  • Increased community participation in recreational programs by developing and implementing engaging activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with local organizations, fostering partnerships that enhanced the quality of recreation programs offered.
  • Coordinated special events and holiday celebrations that brought community members together in an enjoyable atmosphere.
  • Organized and maintained accurate records for program registration, facility usage, and budgetary expenses ensuring smooth operations.
  • Boosted program attendance through effective marketing campaigns and outreach efforts targeting various demographic groups.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised a team of dedicated employees to assist in delivering exceptional recreational services to the community.
  • Evaluated staff performance on a regular basis providing constructive feedback leading to more efficient operations overall.
  • Enhanced customer service based on feedback from guests.
  • Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
  • Facilitated hiring, training and evaluation of staff.
  • Boosted loyalty and retained customers by resolving diverse concerns with service or operations.

Recreation Coordinator – Seniors Programs

City of Nanaimo
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Planned and evaluated recreation and athletic programs with recreation director to support community.
  • Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of [Number] and [Number].
  • Cultivated positive relationships with media contacts to generate increased coverage of events, resulting in higher attendance rates.
  • Maintained safe and clean facilities at all times, conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Checked inventory to make sure all necessary supplies and materials were available for recreational activities.
  • Established a welcoming environment for diverse participants by promoting inclusivity and accessibility throughout all programs and facilities.
  • Trained workers in service policies, safety requirements and specifics of activities.
  • Monitored workers for performance, professionalism and service quality.
  • Helped staff customize plans for specific groups based on age or ability level.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
  • Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
  • Managed timesheets for recreation attendants, instructors and coaches to provide prompt payment.
  • Developed strong relationships with local organizations, fostering partnerships that enhanced the quality of recreation programs offered.
  • Organized and maintained accurate records for program registration, facility usage, and budgetary expenses ensuring smooth operations.
  • Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
  • Facilitated hiring, training and evaluation of staff.
  • Boosted loyalty and retained customers by resolving diverse concerns with service or operations.

Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics & Fitness Facility

City of Nanaimo
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Implemented comprehensive risk management plans to minimize potential accidents or incidents during recreational activities.
  • Prepared facility budgets to monitor expenditures and payroll with established procedures.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised a team of dedicated lifeguards, swimming instructors, and weight room attendants to assist in delivering exceptional recreational services to the community.
  • Kept abreast of industry trends to continually update program offerings that met the evolving needs of the local population.
  • Established a welcoming environment for diverse participants by promoting inclusivity and accessibility throughout all programs and facilities.
  • Checked inventory to make sure all necessary supplies and materials were available for recreational activities.
  • Maintained safe and clean facilities at all times, conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
  • Managed timesheets for recreation attendants, instructors and coaches to provide prompt payment.
  • Developed strong relationships with local organizations, fostering partnerships that enhanced the quality of recreation programs offered.
  • Organized and maintained accurate records for program registration, facility usage, and budgetary expenses ensuring smooth operations.
  • Facilitated hiring, training and evaluation of staff.
  • Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
  • Boosted loyalty and retained customers by resolving diverse concerns with service or operations.

Recreation Coordinator – Youth & Weight Room (Temp)

City of Nanaimo
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Managed budgets for multiple programs, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to maximize service quality and participant enjoyment.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to address shared concerns or identify opportunities for cross-functional initiatives.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised a team of summer camp leaders to deliver exceptional recreational services to the community.
  • Evaluated the success of each program at regular intervals, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed.
  • Spearheaded successful grant applications securing additional funding for new equipment, facility upgrades, or expanded programming options.
  • Assigned schedules and specific tasks to workers for optimal coverage.
  • Planned and evaluated recreation programs to support community.
  • Monitored workers for performance, professionalism and service quality.
  • Trained workers in service policies, safety requirements and specifics of activities.
  • Helped staff customize plans for specific groups based on age or ability level.
  • Prepared program budgets to monitor expenditures and payroll with established procedures.
  • Established a welcoming environment for diverse participants by promoting inclusivity and accessibility throughout all programs and facilities.
  • Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
  • Managed timesheets for recreation attendants, instructors and coaches to provide prompt payment.
  • Organized and maintained accurate records for program registration, facility usage, and budgetary expenses ensuring smooth operations.
  • Facilitated hiring, training and evaluation of staff.
  • Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.

Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics & Fitness Facility

City of Nanaimo
09.2020 - 03.2021

Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics

City of Nanaimo
03.2015 - 09.2020

Recreation Facility & Program Manager

Bulkley Valley Aquatic & Recreation Centre
01.2012 - 03.2015
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
  • Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
  • Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
  • Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring adherence to industry standards and guidelines throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
  • Optimized resource allocation, effectively balancing priorities and managing competing demands.
  • Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
  • Delivered high-quality results by setting performance metrics and monitoring progress against targets.
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication of program goals and expectations.

Aquatic Leader, Head Lifeguard, Instructor

Various Municipalities
01.1992 - 01.2012

Aquatic Program Coordinator

Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
06.2009 - 07.2010

Aquatic Coordinator

Cranbrook Aquatic Centre
04.2007 - 06.2009

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Tourism Management (Recreation Major)

Vancouver Island University

Diploma - Recreation & Sport Management

Malaspina University-College
Nanaimo, BC

Biochemistry (1 Year)

Camosun College
Victoria, BC

Skills

  • Youth engagement
  • Fitness programming
  • Coaching experience
  • Group coordination
  • Senior programs
  • Safety protocols and oversight
  • Special event planning
  • Team management
  • Inclusive practices
  • Supply inventory
  • Activity planning
  • Client engagement
  • Schedule management
  • Adaptive programming
  • Safety monitoring
  • Staff scheduling
  • Purchasing
  • Facility management
  • Community relations
  • Records management
  • Recreational activities
  • Disability awareness
  • Activity assessment
  • Special events
  • Fundraising techniques
  • Program planning
  • Partnership building
  • Program improvement
  • Activities coordination
  • Mental and physical wellness
  • Scheduling activities
  • Participation strategies
  • Instructional skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Team building
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Customer relationship management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Operations management
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Staff management
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Quality control
  • Public speaking
  • Strategic planning
  • Inventory control
  • Continuous improvement
  • Written communication
  • Training development
  • Project management
  • Crisis management
  • Data analysis
  • Audience engagement
  • Safety regulations
  • Financial reporting
  • Performance evaluation
  • Risk management
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Professional demeanor
  • Employee retention
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Performance management
  • Event planning
  • Event promotion
  • Event coordination

Accomplishments

  • Designed and implemented a pandemic-adapted swim lesson program
  • Planned Activate 2023 & Activate 2024 community events for the City of Nanaimo
  • Trained and led summer camp teams (2020–2023)
  • Co-Chair, Youth Advocate Committee (2021)
  • Facilitated “Seniors Open House” and annual volunteer luncheons
  • Volunteered for and organized community triathlons and events
  • Taught First Aid, CPR, NL, and lifesaving programs since 1996

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Pool Operator Levels 1 & 2
  • Core Management Certificate
  • Occupational First Aid Level 1
  • Supervision of Health & Safety for Supervisors (Levels 1 & 2)
  • True Colors, Verbal Judo, Arete, and Leadership Development Training

Interests

  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Gym Workouts
  • Kayaking
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • Camping
  • Acting and Theater

Hobbies and Interests

  • Swimming
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Biking, Community Theatre- Role of “Curley” in “Of Mice and Men”, ... and many more

Timeline

Recreation Coordinator – External Contract Programs

City of Nanaimo
06.2023 - Current

Recreation Coordinator – Seniors Programs

City of Nanaimo
04.2022 - 06.2023

Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics & Fitness Facility

City of Nanaimo
08.2021 - 04.2022

Recreation Coordinator – Youth & Weight Room (Temp)

City of Nanaimo
03.2021 - 08.2021

Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics & Fitness Facility

City of Nanaimo
09.2020 - 03.2021

Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics

City of Nanaimo
03.2015 - 09.2020

Recreation Facility & Program Manager

Bulkley Valley Aquatic & Recreation Centre
01.2012 - 03.2015

Aquatic Program Coordinator

Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
06.2009 - 07.2010

Aquatic Coordinator

Cranbrook Aquatic Centre
04.2007 - 06.2009

Aquatic Leader, Head Lifeguard, Instructor

Various Municipalities
01.1992 - 01.2012

Diploma - Recreation & Sport Management

Malaspina University-College

Biochemistry (1 Year)

Camosun College

Bachelor's Degree - Tourism Management (Recreation Major)

Vancouver Island University
Michial Seginowich