FirstMichael Clingingsmith
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ******** *****
City: McHenry
State: IL
Zip: 60050
Country: USA
Phone: 815-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: $75,000
Willing to Relocate
Primary Skills/Experience:
Budgeting People Management Leader Goal attainment Problem solver
Educational Background:
Bachelors Degree, Recreation and Park Aministration, Concentration: Program Ma
Illinois State University, 01/1989 - 05/1991
Normal, IL
Job History / Details:
MICHAEL L. CLINGINGSMITH
4821 Barnwood Court 815-***-**** Cell: 815-***-****
McHenry, Illinois 60050 *********@********.***
CAREER PROFILE
Dynamic and motivated professional with solid background in facility services and program management. Collaborative management approach, strong communications and a flexible working style that can handle all types and sizes of projects. Adept change management and communication skills to effectively function with all levels of the public and private sectors. Seeking a role with a respected organization that rewards exemplary service and innovative project design.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Timeline Management
Budgeting/Cost Control
Operations Efficiency Negotiation
System/Process Development
Strategic Planning Training and Staff Development
Troubleshooting
Networking
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AERO INDUSTRIES, HARVARD, ILLINOIS 2010-PRESENT
MANAGER SHIPPING AND RECEIVING (3/4 TIME, Temporary Position)
Operate CNC Mill.
Design, build and pack custom crates for domestic and overseas delivery.
Restructured back office operations including shipping, receiving and order filling.
Developed and implemented inventory and supply ordering procedures.
Incorporated new solutions to improve communications between office and shop personnel.
Designed and implemented system to track orders through manufacturing process.
VILLAGE OF ARLINGTON HEIGHTS TEEN CENTER, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS 1995-2010
TEEN CENTER DIRECTOR
Managed a team of eight; performed hiring, training, scheduling and performance evaluations.
Increased annual attendance from 3,400 in 1995 to over 44,000 in 2010.
Managed and executed annual budget of $378,000.
Maintained 10,000 square foot facility for daily use and outside group rentals.
Responsible for designing a 5,000 square foot lower level expansion consisting a full service concession area, entertainment stage and four multi-use areas.
Responsible for bringing facility to current ADA guidelines.
Worked closely with area organizations serving youth with disabilities.
Developed and implemented programs to draw new teens to the center.
Responsible for all contract negotiations including planning and execution of all events, programs and volunteer opportunities.
Presented and performed needs analysis studies and operational reviews before the Village Board as well as local agencies.
Coordinated, scheduled and staffed Festival Programs including large venues such as Village 4th of July celebrations.
Coordinated after school program with local School Districts.
Developed and supervised the Homework Hangout program in cooperation with High School Districts and Police Departments.
Created, marketed, monitored and evaluated program activities including extended stay programs for teens such as: Cruising the Colleges, Mall of America, Smokey Mountains, White Water rafting, Indiana Dunes, Brickyard 400, and Lake of the Ozarks.
Developed Teen Center mission statement, and managed the Center to the goals and objectives.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
Mentored teens and their families and provided coaching and counseling for youth to address concerns in school and in home environments.
CUSTOM CONCRETE CUTTERS, MCHENRY, ILLINOIS 2006-2009
SNOW PLOW OPERATOR, (PART-TIME/SEASONAL)
Operated one ton truck to clear snow from parking lots and driveways.
ARLINGTON HEIGHT PARK DISTRICT, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS 1990-1995
RECREATION SUPERVISOR, CAMELOT PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
Managed community center and grounds including outdoor swimming pool, multi-purpose rooms, gymnasium, concessions, baseball/softball, soccer fields and natural creek area.
Hired and trained all seasonal and part-time employees including 35 pool staff.
Planned annual budget for the center; implemented programs for seasonal brochures.
Organized youth Soccer program with approximately 700 participants.
Developed cooperative agreements with local schools for Park District use of their facilities.
Organized and implemented special district wide events.
Instructed Red Cross CPR and First Aid Classes.
Conducted mock emergency situations to evaluate and train all staff.
Developed and conducted tours of other park districts to share information and improve relationships.
EDUCATION
ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY, NORMAL, ILLINOIS 1991
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, RECREATION AND PARK ADMINISTRATION
Concentration: Program Management
Dean`s List
AFFILIATIONS
*Illinois Parks and Recreation Association*
*Character Counts Developmental and Implementation Committee *
*RAPP - Regional Action Planning Project*
*NYVPC - National Youth Violence Prevention Council*
*NRCYS - National Resource Center for Youth Services*
INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
Coach of girls 16U Fastpitch Softball travel team
Licensed sky diver
Outdoor activities (hunting, fishing and hiking)
Faculty-appointed Student Representative for College of Applied Sciences and Technology
Elected President of Student Recreation Society