ASHLEY J.

WHITE
282 Michael J Smith Ct., Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 485-2711 ashleyjw0502@gmail.com
CAREER FOCUS: To assist a dynamic recreation program in an organization that will allow me to utilize my 10 years of Parks
and Recreation knowledge and experience.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Over 10 years professional experience in Recreation and Administrative work
Comprehensive knowledge of various sports activities, rules and fundamentals
Well-versed in performing administrative tasks
Highly skilled in organizing, planning, and coordinating activity programs and managing staff
Ability to work under pressure, speedily, and professionally
Strong logical skills and attention to detail
Quick learner with aptitude to work with little to no supervision
Adept at Microsoft and Mac systems/operations
Member of the New Jersey Recreation and Parks Association (NJRPA)
EXPERIENCE:
North Brunswick Township, Dept. of Parks and Recreation September 2004 December 2015
Recreation Supervisor
Work directly with the Director and township Mayor in planning, organizing, and coordinating various township events
(MLK Day Art/Essay Competitions, Memorial Day 5K walk/run, Movie in the Park, Winter Wonderland, etc.)
Serve as Presenter at various township events
Establish and maintain valuable working relationships with staff, community, and participants
Maintain and process payroll for part-time staff
Maintain all records and employee registers with optimum confidentiality
Proficient with RecTrac, RecDesk, and Community Pass software for participant enrollment and registration
Assist in the organizing of township after-care program of 350 students grades K 8
Assist in the organizing, planning, and set up of the summer program for 500 participants
Supervise and direct staff working with after school program and summer camp
Work with the BOE in scheduling facility use
Community outreach and recruitment of sponsorship for various township events
Plan and implement recreation and wellness programs as well as special events.
Prepare and distribute facility and program surveys; tabulate results; make recommendations for future programs.
Assist in coordinating and organizing events for the Senior Citizens at the Senior Center
Somerset County
December 2015 Present
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
4-H / Agriculture and Natural Resources Administrative Assistant
Process Farming Certificates for Licensing
Maintain Database containing information of clients
Provide guidance for questions regarding Agricultural needs
Assist in overseeing and organizing volunteers within the department
Recruit, interview, assign, and evaluate department volunteers
Maintain staff scheduling, correspondence, and advertisement for various events within the department
Update website and social media sites to contain most current events and information
Prepare and distribute facility and program surveys; tabulate results; make recommendations for future programs
Supervise preparation and review of press releases, brochures, and other promotional materials
Explore, recommend, and implements new programs and activities
Prepare numbers and figures for volunteer activities for the annual state report
Assist in the planning and set up of Somerset County 4H Fair
Assist in planning and organizing the Taste of Somerset County Agriculture Picnic
EDUCATION:
Northern Arizona University, Fall 2016
Parks and Recreation Management - Bachelors of Science, May 2017
Raritan Valley College Associates Degree
Associate of Arts Education 5-12, May 2013

Rutgers University Fall 2005 Spring 2007

REFERENCES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST