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Ben Fitzgerald14 Larch Street
Corner Brook, NLA2H 2S8
(709) 634-1075(709) 638-2793
Relevant Skills and Attributes
Highly motivated, with an entrepreneurial spirit for Sport, recreation and leisure services A proven ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver quality programs and events Exceptional ability to work with including at risk and special populations Excellent oral, written and computer communication skills A successful coaching background Dedicated to serving Non Profit organizational policies, procedures and rules of Governance Organized and efficient in daily operations such as quality purchasing, budget management,
staff recruitment, coordinating meetings and delivering presentations
Area of Expertise
Human Resource Management
Simply Accounting Proposal Writing Client Relationship
Management Marketing
Facility Management Team Building Tournament and Event
Planning Program Facilitation Financing Project Management
Leadership Media/Liaison
Experience Public Speaking SROI – Social Return on
Investment
Work Experience
WestRock Community Centre, Corner Brook, NL 2001–Present Executive Director
Develop strategic plans in collaboration with an advisory Board of Directors Develop funding proposals to increase efficiencies, enhance human resources and improve
facilities for better services Develop teams and manage human resources, based mainly on servant leadership style of
mentoring/managing Advocate for youth and families by addressing gaps in services and lack of community supports
in place for vulnerable populations Oversee daily operations of the WestRock Community Centre Develop, implement, promote and evaluate social, recreational, and educational programs and
activities on an ongoing basis Ensure Occupational Health and Safety Standards are adhered to Create and work in partnerships with parents, volunteers, and the community to assess needs in an
effort to identify and develop new initiatives/programs Secure supplemental funding from community sources to support programs and services for the
community
Prepare and maintain accurate and current financial records and annual operational budgets Prepare monthly/annual financial statements Attend and participate in Board of Director meetings as required Oversee all building maintenance of space utilized by programs and services Promote and provide of the WestRock Community Centre to the public, including all media and
community communications
Carleton Place Kings, Carleton Place, ON 2000-2002General Manager/Head Coach
Delivered first championship since 1979 to the community of Carleton Place Organized programs for each athlete that improved self-esteem and character Prepared management place for the organizational staff, resources, and finances Organized staff duties, scheduled practises, transportation, and executive meetings Prepared operational budget and report to team and league executive
Canadian Armed Forces, Canada 1989-2001Postings:
Help Desk Administrator, Ottawa, ON 1999-2000 Training Regiment & Sport Facilitator, Kingston, ON 1997-1999 Communication Research Specialist, CFS Alert, NWT 1992 -1993 Canadian Forces Search and Rescue Support, Gander, NL 1991-1997
Education
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, Ottawa, ON 2000-2002Recreation Facility Management
Operational and Organizational Management Program Funding Development, Implementation and Delivery Human Resources and Client Relations
University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, PEI 2000Advanced Level 1 Certified (Hockey Canada) High Performance Coach
Selected to attend Canadian National Hockey Team Training Camp Selected to train with Tom Renney – NLH Coach / President of Hockey Canada Trained 3 years with Bob Hartley – Present Coach of Calgary Flames
Canadian Forces Station (CFS), Ottawa, ON 1998-2000Computer Systems and Technician Administrator
Network administration and problem solving for 780 users Client satisfaction Maintaining efficient network status
Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics, Kingston, ON 1993-1994Communication Research Specialist Diploma and Certification
Specialist in communications research and analysis Sensitive report development Organizing, planning, and facilitating presentations and briefings
Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics, Kingston, ON 1990Post Recruit Training – Military Training Certification
Education in Military training – Survival, Life Safety, Planning and Execution Training completed in Kingston’s Maximum Security Prison
Canadian Forces Coaching Program – NCCP Level 1 and 2
Regina High School, Corner Brook, NL 1988High School Graduate – Level III
Training and Technical Experience
2000 Special Olympics Winter Games, Ottawa, ON 2000Sports/Venue Coordinator
Responsible for staff of 400 volunteers Organized, scheduled, and assigned job duties throughout the event Trouble shoot all logistical problem and find quick solutions Performed volunteer screening process to ensure safety and quality
Ottawa 67’s – OHL Jr. Hockey Team, Ottawa, ON 2000Community Programming
Developed a marketing and advertising campaign to attract new season ticket holders Supported staff on the creation of an adopt a school program Participated in marketing and planning meetings with all facility staff
Corel Centre – Ottawa Senators, Ottawa, ON 2000 Program Management Trainee
Worked various NHL games in security, promotional, and coordination positions Worked with Facility Manager and Engineers in full capacity Participated in marketing and planning meetings with all facility staff
Bob Hartley’s Hockey School, Hershey, PA 1999-2003NHL Head Coach – Colorado AvalancheCoach/Coordinator
Organized scheduling and events for all group activity Provided mentoring and counselling to other staff and participants Performed coaching and managerial duties related to camp operation
Bay of Islands Ball Hockey League 2002-2006President
Developed operational plan that returned the league to financial stability in 1 year Increased league participation form 6 to 10 teams Coached, managed, and organized first junior team from Western Newfoundland
Other Professional Affiliations and Certifications
Corner Brook Winter Carnival Board of Directors 2015-Present Assist Suicide Intervention Training Standard First Aid & CPR True Colors Facilitator Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)
Occupational Health and Safety Committee Training Sexual Harassment – General and Workplace Awareness High Five Certification – Principles for Healthy Child Development Corner Brook Recreation Commission Corner Brook/Bay of Islands Youth Advisory Committee Primary Health Committee Poverty Reduction Advisory Committee Workplace Safety Committees Sexual Harassment Committee
References
Craig Simms (709) 638 - 3772Simms Financial [email protected]/Operator
Wendy Paul (709) 632 - 4709 Staples Business Depot [email protected] Manager
Darrell Jackman (613) 257 – 5711Smallwood Crescent Community Centre [email protected] Director
Gary White (709) 424 - 7384Nav. Canada Trainer / GM Gander Flyers [email protected], Newfoundland
