Traci O'Connell
Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation and Community Manager
Town Of Spirit River
04.2022 - Current
- Oversaw and managed lifeguard staff by monitoring attendance and performance.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Monitored pH, chlorine, alkalinity and water hardness and took steps to maintain pool at optimal levels.
- Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
- Oversaw team of workers expertly supporting guests and promoting loyalty to program offerings.
- Planned and executed promotional activities to drive community engagement and increase occupancy numbers.
- Worked with maintenance staff to complete timely repairs and enhancements.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Coordinated staff volunteers to supervise events and facilitate scheduled activities.
- Managed social media channels effectively for improved brand visibility and increased audience interaction.
Co-Chair Health and Safety
Town of Beaverlodge
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Orientations to new employees, contractors and volunteers
- Reported and investigated all near misses and incidents
- Held regular health and safety meetings for department communications
- Conducted inspections on different facilities
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Head Life Guard/Head Swim Instructor
Town of Beaverlodge
04.2012 - 08.2021
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Taught five-program components for personal safety, water orientation and stroke development, water sports and games, rescue and personal growth.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless coordination, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all assigned areas.
- Completed detailed reports on daily activities, incidents, or irregularities observed during shift hours.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing visitor questions or concerns in a friendly and professional manner.
- Assisted in training new guards on company procedures, site-specific protocols, and effective security practices.
HSE Advisor
Enseco Energy Services
03.2007 - 05.2011
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- New employee drug and alcohol testing
- New employee orientation and training to maximize safety
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Office Administration
MayFair Business College
Grande PrairieHigh School Diploma -
Beaverlodge Regional High School
Beaverlodge06.1997
Skills
- Health and safety understanding
- Understanding of safety
- Administrative Support
- Motivational and Dynamic
- Communication and Interpersonal Connection
- Injury Prevention
- Customer Service
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Organization and Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Daily operations oversight
Certification
Standard First Aid & CPR and AED January 2023
WSI-T
LSI 2022
Aquafit Instructor
Aquatic Management -2019
National LifeGuard NL- February 2023
Pool Operator Level 1-November 2023
Timeline
Recreation and Community Manager
Town Of Spirit River
04.2022 - Current
Co-Chair Health and Safety
Town of Beaverlodge
01.2017 - 08.2021
Head Life Guard/Head Swim Instructor
Town of Beaverlodge
04.2012 - 08.2021
HSE Advisor
Enseco Energy Services
03.2007 - 05.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Office Administration
MayFair Business College
High School Diploma -
Beaverlodge Regional High School
Standard First Aid & CPR and AED January 2023
WSI-T
LSI 2022
Aquafit Instructor
Aquatic Management -2019
National LifeGuard NL- February 2023
Pool Operator Level 1-November 2023
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