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Zachary Gurgul

Osler,SK

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with a strong background in youth leadership and event coordination at Briercrest College and Seminary. Proven ability to engage and inspire youth, complemented by exceptional customer service skills. Adept in athletics, demonstrating discipline and a strong work ethic, while fostering a supportive environment for personal and academic growth.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Youth Quake
04.2023 - 04.2026

- Youth Quake is Western Canada's largest youth conference, with consistently over 1300 retreaters. It runs annually on the last weekend of April, where I have played a role as a volunteer since 2023.

- My roles have consisted of week-long preparations, setting up for the event, and Here4u team work which consists of running the individual processes during the event, such as lunch, security, and event preparations over the weekend.

- I have also led small groups for those who individually signed up for Youth Quake, leading around 7 or 8 students to meals, main sessions, and in small group conversation.

Resident Assistant

Briercrest College And Seminary
09.2024 - Current

- I have been one of two RA's (resident assistants) in my last two years of college.

- I am responsible for facilitating the hall in following the Student Responsibilities and Expectations, and providing any support for fellow students, whether personal, academic, or related to student expectations.

- I am responsible for facilitating the hall in following the Student Responsibilities and Expectations, and providing any support for fellow students, whether personal, academic, or related to student expectations.

Volunteer

Briercrest College And Seminary
07.2023 - 08.2025

- I have volunteered at the Briercrest Clipper Camp (Volleyball Camp) every summer since 2023 for the week that the camp runs.

- My roles included leading a group of 20-30 middle school students throughout camp to different sessions, being a cabin leader on a hall with kids varying in ages from 12 to 18, leading small groups, and general supervision within certain sessions or activities.

- I would also coach at practice and skill sessions throughout the week, and coach my own team in a camp volleyball tournament.

Youth Leader

- I have been a youth leader at Lawson Heights Alliance Church and Hillcrest Apostolic Church.

- I would facilitate and lead small groups in both youthgroups and help with organizing games.

Cashier

Co-op Food Store
09.2021 - 08.2022

- I worked as a cashier at Co-op grocery store, being commended on my efficiency, and more so, my customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Briercrest College And Seminary
Caronport, SK
04-2026

Skills

    - I excel in athletics, playing college volleyball, which has developed my discipline and strong work ethic

    - I have a strong attention to detail, which I find in my skill of art, particularly with pencil-drawn portraits

    - Often working with youth in volunteer and paid positions, I am good at engaging and relating with youth while being a mature example

    - Displayed in previous jobs, I have been very good at customer service

Accomplishments

- My achievements in athletics include winning Provincial Volleyball and being the captain of the soccer team in high school, being the captain of my club volleyball team, winning ACAC volleyball provincials, and Bronze at Nationals as a part of the Briercrest Men's Volleyball team.

Interests

- Soccer, volleyball, basketball, track and field, and badminton are the main organized sports that I am most interested in, playing them all in high school and continuing some after graduation Among this I like to work out to stay active as well

- I enjoy art, mainly drawing portraits or landscapes

- I like outdoor adventurous activities such as hikes in the mountains, or even less adventurous touring

- I love youth engagement, mainly in ways such as a camp or a youth conference setting

Timeline

Resident Assistant

Briercrest College And Seminary
09.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Briercrest College And Seminary
07.2023 - 08.2025

Volunteer

Youth Quake
04.2023 - 04.2026

Cashier

Co-op Food Store
09.2021 - 08.2022

Youth Leader

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Briercrest College And Seminary
Zachary Gurgul