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Sally Mata

Norwalk

Summary

Dynamic and driven Recreation Leader with extensive experience at the City of Norwalk, excelling in event planning and program coordination with a proven ability to enhance community engagement through innovative activities and exceptional customer service. Skilled in safety enforcement and team leadership, consistently delivering successful recreational programs that foster participation and enjoyment among the community. Ready to leverage experience and abilities to take on any challenging new role.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreation Leader III

City of Norwalk Third taxing District
Norwalk
12.2020 - Current

As a Recreation Leader III at the Norwalk Senior enter, I plan and coordinate various recreational programs and activities alongside full-time staff and management. I direct Senior Center programs, including special events and cultural activities, evaluate program activities and make recommendations for improvement. I supervise subordinate Recreation Leader II staff to ensure effective program delivery and assist in coordinating Senior Center contract classes and recreation planning as well as manage equipment, facilities, and operations for senior community recreation programs and enforce policies and regulations to maintain safety in the senior recreational facility.

Recreation Leader II

City of Norwalk
Norwalk
04.2019 - 12.2020

As a Recreation Leader II at the Norwalk Senior Center, I Delivered exceptional customer service to individuals of all ages, primarily seniors. Utilized Canva to design engaging flyers, posters, and pamphlets for events. Assisted in planning and executing diverse events, including holiday dances and movie nights. Built lasting relationships and connections and created a welcoming environment for seniors to enhance participation and enjoyment.

Call Center Representative

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Lawrenceville
04.2018 - 03.2019

As a Medieval Times Call Center Representative, I assisted customers via phone with reservation processes and inquiries, applied discount codes efficiently to enhance customer experience. Processed payments accurately, ensuring secure transactions and provided prompt responses to customer questions regarding services.

Recreation Leader I

City of Norwalk
Norwalk
06.2017 - 04.2018
  • As a Recreation Leader I at the parks in the City of Norwalk, I was required to provide entertainment and customer service to the Norwalk Community. Engaged with children through play and homework assistance while addressing inquiries regarding programs and events. Maintained cleanliness of offices and facilities to ensure welcoming environments. Responded to phone inquiries and assisted visitors with information regarding services. Coordinated support for major holiday and seasonal events to enhance community engagement.

Summer Youth Leader

City of Norwalk
Norwalk
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Assisted in Aquatic Center operations through maintenance tasks, including mopping office and locker room floors.
    Monitored community during swim tests and issued wristbands accordingly.
    Organized paperwork for swimming lessons to streamline scheduling processes.
    Posted updates around office to keep lifeguards informed of relevant information.
    Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries about swimming lessons, public swims, movie nights, and pool events.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA

Skills

  • Event planning
  • Program coordination
  • Customer service
  • Safety enforcement
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Activity planning
  • Program planning

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Recreation Leader III

City of Norwalk Third taxing District
12.2020 - Current

Recreation Leader II

City of Norwalk
04.2019 - 12.2020

Call Center Representative

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
04.2018 - 03.2019

Recreation Leader I

City of Norwalk
06.2017 - 04.2018

Summer Youth Leader

City of Norwalk
06.2016 - 08.2016

Some College (No Degree) -

Cerritos College
Sally Mata