Jelani K. Robinson, M.S. & CYSA

Houston, TX

770-***-****

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EXPERIENCE

YMCA of Greater Houston, Houston TX Development Director of Sports & Community Outreach Director

GS-09 Equivalent

2018 - PRESENT

Promotes and incorporates the YMCA five core values into program activities. Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives by leading all sports, fitness and recreation initiatives within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.

Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations, & manages a program budget of over $500,000 annually to meet fiscal objectives. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance and ensures high quality programs and customer satisfaction.

Leads growth strategies to motivate staff and achieve departmental goals. Ensures record keeping of staff, volunteers and coaches are current and in compliance for annual audits and inspections. Responds to all member & community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner. Actively involved Program Committees, Center & Outreach Board meetings and compiles program statistics for monthly/quarterly reviews and monitors & evaluates the effectiveness of participation in programs.

Responsible for maintaining facility and operational functions, securing and scheduling athletic fields and facilities for leagues with program enrollment of upwards of 800 participants per sport season (soccer, baseball, basketball, flag football, tennis). Coordinates the procurement of equipment, contracts, and field/facility maintenance for camps, clinics, games and practices; monitors and inspects necessary sporting equipment, uniform inventory and award memorabilia as budget permits.

Creates teams from paid and financially assisted registrations. Organizes and conducts orientation meetings, and training/orientations for coaches. Develops and distributes team practice and game schedules through Playerspace; hires, trains and schedules sports officials and staff; develops and distributes sports rules, guidelines, curriculums and handbooks. Has an active role in the marketing and distribution of youth sports program information and schedules all program registrations.

Responsible for facilitating the development and implementation of community outreach and family youth development programs within the Greater Houston Area. Participates in program development, enhancement and a variety of outreach efforts such as supervising COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Mobile Food Distribution Sites, & managing the daily operation of Food Pantries in communities of need. Also accountable for operating Youth After School Opportunity Sites at four community housing apartments within Greater Houston.

Works collaboratively with regional department directors, board members, committees, managers, staff and partnering agencies. Establishes and fosters positive long-term professional relationships and partnerships with community leaders, businesses, law enforcement, and government agencies (Army & Air Force National Guard, City of Houston Health Department & Houston Food Bank).

Develops effective community outreach and marketing materials to promote activities and programs. Prepares promotional materials and actively participates and coordinates organization sponsored events.

Manages departmental budgets, payroll, onboarding/requisitions and training of staff and volunteers. Completes duties and responsibilities in compliance with YMCA standards, policies and guidelines.

Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi MS Youth Sports and Fitness Director

GS-07 & GS-09

2016 - 2018

Responsible for the coordination and oversight of Keesler Air Force Base Youth Programs sports, fitness and health initiatives, clinics, sports camps and community outreach.

Applied in-depth knowledge in the planning, implementation, marketing and supervision of a program that promotes positive growth and development of children and youth. Provided program oversight and accountability for the performance of staff and the safety and wellbeing of program participants. Ensured staff & volunteers followed risk management procedures, policies (i.e., child abuse prevention, identification, and reporting procedures; accident prevention, etc.), safety & health standards, and NAYS youth sports guidelines and training.

Accountable for meeting essential requirements in the areas of: safety, written policies & procedures, volunteer screening, coaches’ training, parent education, and accountability. Ensure all aspects of the sports programs, camps, clinics and fitness initiatives are organized and facilitated successfully. Aspects included, but were not limited to: develop and distribute team practice and game schedules; conduct parent & coach orientations, train staff & volunteers, establish and circulate sports rules & guidelines; conduct facility inspection; procurement of all supplies including equipment, uniforms and awards; and conducting field/facility preparation for practices and game-days.

Performed outreach functions through partnerships with both internal and external base organizations to ensure comprehensive, coordinated community programs and to expand and enhance sports/fitness opportunities for youth and families.

Held a Youth Programs Assistant Director role in developing and managing program budget and in the procurement of supplies, equipment, contractors & facility maintenance. Utilized automated systems to oversee the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds; and to collect and maintain up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes. Served on 81st Force Support Squadron planning committees for special events and participated in Parent Advisory Board meetings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Child & Youth Programs baseline standards.

As a facility manager, performed a full range of supervisory functions to assigned staff. Responsible for maintaining facility, equipment, playground and sports field inspections requirements and assists in recruitment and selection actions. Prepared reports, surveys, and briefings for the command and installation on matters pertaining to Child & Youth Programs.

Fort Benning Army Installation, Columbus GA Recreation Specialist and Programmer

NF-3

2015 - 2017

Planned, organized and executed outdoor recreational activities and special events for the U.S. Army installation at Fort Benning. Activities and events included; backpacking, biking, canoeing, camping excursions, hiking trips, boating, skeet shooting, archery, sports and fitness, parks, stand up paddle board, shooting ranges, playgrounds, dog parks, white water rafting, Warrior Adventure Quest, and overnight recreational trips.

Assisted and coordinated recurring and nonrecurring installation wide special events and programs such as 4th of July Celebration, Flea Markets, Oktoberfest, Volksmarch, Family Fishing Nights, Hunting and Fishing Open House and Bass Fishing Tournaments. Represented the installation as a member of the City of Columbus’s Help the Hooch Committee.

Demonstrated techniques and instructed participants in the use of equipment and facilities while also coordinated with installation, county, and state officials on programs and information related to outdoor recreation and required licenses. Responsible for assisting in the everyday operations of the facility, which included management of the grounds, Marina (20 fishing and pontoons boats), archery range and outdoor pool.

Researched, planned, developed and enlarged outdoor recreation areas at Fort Benning and Uchee Creek Campground and Marina. Also coordinated program development; identified and contracted with vendors and organizations; assisted in hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff. Provided administrative support through the preparation of after-action reports for all events coordinated, marketing requests, standard operating procedures, crisis risk management procedures, data collection and database administration.

Clemson University (Youth Learning Institute, Clemson SC Assistant Director of Code Academy, Recreation & Site Lead Coordinator,

APR 2012 - DEC 2015

Held an administrative role overseeing the daily operation of Code Academy, an alternative school for the School District of Oconee County that focuses on the implementation of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Therapy to successfully transition at risk youth and students back into their respective home school setting. Supervised six teachers and over 40 students, and collaborated with the school district and state education officials. Oversaw daily in-school activities, parent teacher conferences, and student related disciplinary actions. Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy is a behavior modification theory of systematically applying interventions based upon the principles of learning theory to improve socially significant behaviors and to demonstrate that the intervention actions employed are directly correlated with the improvement of behavior.

Responsible for instructing and supervising camp counselors and campers in all areas of the Adventure Camp Curriculum and performed responsibilities required by the camp lead and site coordinator. Guided daily trips for 6 day camping expeditions (included in those days are mountain biking, canoeing, rock climbing, waterfall rappelling and whitewater rafting) and 10 day camping excursions which focused on mountain biking, backpacking the Foothills Trails, overnight wilderness camping, waterfall rappelling, canoeing and whitewater rafting.

Georgia State University, Atlanta GA Graduate Research Assistant

2014

Assisted in the oversight of all activities conducted in the George Rankin Cooter Business Research Lab including, but not limited to, the maintenance of the Listserv, being the point of contact staff for the Sports Administration Master’s program to the University and outside ventures and maintained the program’s social media platforms. Managed the Sport Business Listerserv and was responsible for disseminating information to students and alumni. Monitored all Sport Administration program’s social media platforms. Posted and updated social media platforms with up-to-date information on current news. Helped promote the program and sought outreach capabilities via the program’s social media platforms. Oversaw the George Rankin Cooter Sport Business Research Lab. Performed research and course related tasks as assigned by faculty (ex. Atlanta Football Classic Experiential Research).

The First Tee of Savannah, Savannah GA Internship: Coordinator & Golf Coach

2011

Held an intern position within the First Tee, a youth development organization whose mission is to positively shape the lives of young people by instilling and reinforcing core values such as perseverance, respect, integrity, and sportsmanship through the game of golf.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Masters of Science Sports Administration

Georgia State University 2012 - 2014 Atlanta, Georgia

Bachelor of Science Sports Management & Business

Georgia Southern University 2007 - 2011 Statesboro, Georgia

SKILLS

Risk Management, Youth Development, Event Planning, Sports Administrator, Public Relations, Event Management, Fitness, Contracting, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Marketing, Facility Management Microsoft Suite, Community Outreach, Leadership, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Requisitions, Team Building, Training, Volunteer Management, Outdoor Recreation, Water Sports, Forecasting, Budgeting

CAREER RELATED TRAININGS

ASHI Instructor Certification, COVID-19 Health Policies and Procedures, Information Protection, Cyber Awareness, EAP, Child Abuse & Neglect:Identifying/Reporting/Prevention, Positive Guidance & Appropriate Touch, CPR/First Aid/Self Aid Buddy Care, Bloodborne Pathogens & Universal Precautions, Fire, Safety, and Health, Professional Conduct & Confidentiality, Supporting Children & Youth with Special Needs, Supervision & Accountability, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Promotion of Health

CERTIFICATIONS & RECOGNITION

YMCA Adaptive Sports Committee, YMCA Sports Director of the Quarter, ASHI CPR & FIRST AID INSTRUCTOR, National Alliance for Youth Sports Quality Program Provider Designation, Keesler AFB Alpha Warrior Planning Committee, Keesler Air Force Base Force Support Squadron Employee of the Quarter, First Aid/CPR/AED Adult/Child Instructor Certified, Certified Youth Sports Administrator-NAYS, Keesler AFB Youth Center Facility Manager, Boater Safety License, U.S. Air Force Teen Council Southeast Region Advisor, BGCA Keesler AFB Keystone Club Advisor, Facility Fire Safety Warden, Facility Hazardous Waste Management Certification, Help the Hooch Committee Member, Fort Benning FMWR 1st Quarter Unsung Hero Award Recipient, Wilderness First Aid Certification, National Recreation and Parks Association Member, USA Archery Certified Instructor, Applied Behavior Analyst Certification, Marina and Outdoor Pool Manager, Lifeguard Certified, Clemson Youth Learning Institute Outdoor Adventure Site Manager, Whitewater Rafting Guide, High/Low Ropes Adventure Course Facilitator, Canopy Zip-line, Climbing Wall & Waterfall Rappelling Certified Facilitator

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