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Matthew L. Johnson <br />Matthew L. Johnson <br /> New Brighton, MN 55112 <br />   <br />Summary of Qualifications <br />•Skilled staff manager who empowers employees to succeed through an emphasis on a <br />positive work environment, staff development, effective leadership, fairness and <br />transparency. <br />•Adept group leader with experience as President and Chair of groups of various sizes and <br />operational styles; focuses on ensuring that all voices’ are heard, encouraging compromise <br />and building consensus. <br />•Practiced public figure who builds community support through strategic communication, <br />adherence to a clearly defined agency mission, transparency, honesty and effort. <br />•Strategic planner who tackles challenges with an eye on civic needs, industry trends, <br />academic research and the values of the department and city. <br />•Experience in all aspects of park and facility development projects including development, <br />design, contractor selection, project implementation, punch list and project evaluation. <br />•Consistent track record of effectively managing unique facilities and programs through a <br />combination of developing clear policies, developing relationships with users, clearly <br />communicating expectations and ensuring appropriate follow-through. <br />•Strong recreation programmer who emphasizes the customer experience, meeting defined <br />outcomes, and financial responsibility through program design, management and evaluation. <br />Education <br />M.Ed. in Park and Recreation (Administration Track) June 2009 <br />University of Minnesota <br />B.S. Political Science & History Dec 2004 <br />University of Minnesota <br />Relevant Professional Experience <br />Facilities and Program Supervisor, Roseville Skating Center July 2016 to Present <br />City of Roseville – Parks and Recreation <br />•Assist with all operations of the Roseville Skating Center including budget, capitol planning, <br />maintenance, staffing (2.75 FTE, 50 part time and seasonal employees). The Roseville Skating <br />Center consists of an indoor ice arena, the John Rose Oval (the largest refrigerated outdoor ice <br />rink in North America), two concession stands and a banquet facility. <br />•Manages all aspects of the Roseville Skating Center banquet facility including day-to-day <br />operations, maintenance, custodial contract, marketing and scheduling. <br />•Moved all banquet room scheduling from “pen and paper” scheduling to an online scheduling <br />system to improve efficiency and reduce the possibility of errors.