Community Recreation & Programs Manager

Ellen

Albers

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Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Quick learner and hard -working team player.

Experience

2001 – 2025

CITY OF WHITE PLAINS RECREATION & PARKS

Recreation & Parks Manager

• Plans, develops, implements and promotes a specialized activity phase of recreation on a community wide basis.

• Leads activities in a safe and engaging manner

• Assists in the administration and organization of the total recreation program.

• Hires, supervises, trains and evaluates staff personnel and volunteers.

• Checks schedules and oversees use of facilities, equipment, and supplies.

• Uses computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, emails and database software in performing work assignments.

• Budgeting & Financial Statements

• Create flyers and press releases to help market all events and programs

• Monthly Departmental Statistic Reports

• Develops and oversees events and activities for children, teens, senior citizens and all members the White Plains community.

• Pay invoices in a timely manner and record all transactions on a regular basis

• Work closely with the Junior accountant to closely monitor all expenses and revenue

• Bi weekly Payroll for all part time employees

1991 – 2001, Esplanade Senior Residence, Recreation Director

• Manages the daily operations of the Senior Center

• Determine the needs of the Senior population

• Nutrition Site Manager

• Plan and implement all senior center activities, including trips, classes, speakers, events

• Hires, directs, trains and evaluates all department staff & volunteers

• Participates in various committees, facilitate the meetings and prepare agendas

• Estimates budget information for the operation of the Senior Center

• Prepare monthly newsletter and public service announcements, press releases and brochures Skills

• Hiring, Training & Mentoring Staff & Volunteers

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• Written & Verbal Communication Skills

• Office Administration

• Problem Solving

• Organization Skills

• Proficient in MS Word & Excel

• Customer Service

• Event Planning

• Budgeting & Financial Statements

• Writing Skills

• Invoices & Record Keeping

• Paralegal (Real Estate)

• Time Management

• Front Office/Receptionist/Handles all emails and phone calls

• Data Entry

• Statistics

• Cash Handling

• Proofreading

• Logistics

• Community Gardens

• Statistic Reports for Department

• Brochure Preparation

• CPR Certified

• Fliers for all programs. Experience with CANVA

• Special Needs Programming

• Creativity Skills

Education

Manhattan College, Riverdale, NY

Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration

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