Shareen Barrett
Novato
Summary
Dynamic Recreation Specialist with extensive experience in event coordination and community engagement at City of Mill Valley. Expertise in activity planning, volunteer management, and logistics oversight. Successfully organized large-scale events, enhancing guest relations and fostering teamwork while effectively managing budgets.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Specialist
City of Mill Valley
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Enhanced community engagement through effective recreational program planning and implementation.
- Streamlined event logistics, ensuring all materials were organized and accessible.
- Strengthened outreach efforts by collaborating with local organizations for recreational initiatives.
- Scheduled and monitored events in recreation facilities, optimizing facility conditions.
- Drove attendance at large-scale community events like festivals and tournaments.
- Processed timesheets for recreation staff, ensuring timely payment and compliance.
PTA President/Chairperson
Lynwood Elementary PTA
08.2019 - 06.2025
- Increased community support by leading successful fundraising initiatives for school programs.
- Enhanced collaboration among parents, teachers, and administrators by coordinating impactful events.
- Implemented strategic plans that boosted parental involvement and improved student outcomes.
- Ensured financial transparency in PTA operations through effective budget management practices.
- Strengthened volunteer support networks by overseeing recruitment and training initiatives.
Event Planner
She's Crafty Events
07.2014 - 07.2017
- Enhanced event execution through meticulous logistics coordination from setup to breakdown.
- Improved guest experiences by developing detailed timelines for event organization.
- Secured optimal vendor services by managing relationships and negotiating contracts.
- Maintained financial health by overseeing budgeting processes and tracking expenses.
- Aligned creative designs with client branding through innovative theme and layout development.
Vice President
Pacifica Mothers Club
01.2012 - 09.2014
- Motivated teams to achieve goals, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
- Ensured fiscal responsibility through effective financial planning and budgeting processes.
- Enhanced business processes, identifying opportunities to boost productivity and efficiency.
- Increased team morale and productivity through effective leadership and support.
- Developed fundraising plans by organizing monthly strategy meetings for team collaboration.
Merchandiser
American Natural & Organic Spices
02.2009 - 09.2009
- Optimized stock levels through effective inventory management processes.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality organic products by collaborating with suppliers.
- Removed damaged and expired items to maintain display integrity.
- Monitored inventory levels regularly to ensure optimal product availability.
- Executed stock replenishment strategies to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
CSU Sacramento
Sacramento, CA06-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-2004
Skills
- Guest relations
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Arts and crafts
- Activity planning
- Activity coordination
- Volunteer coordination
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork
Timeline
Recreation Specialist
City of Mill Valley
02.2025 - 12.2025
PTA President/Chairperson
Lynwood Elementary PTA
08.2019 - 06.2025
Event Planner
She's Crafty Events
07.2014 - 07.2017
Vice President
Pacifica Mothers Club
01.2012 - 09.2014
Merchandiser
American Natural & Organic Spices
02.2009 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
CSU Sacramento
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
UC Santa Barbara