Brad Johnson
Eagle
Summary
As a dedicated Parks and Recreation Professional with over 18 years of experience in planning, developing, and managing community spaces, my focus is on creating accessible, engaging, and sustainable parks and recreation that enhance the quality of life for residents. With a background in recreational programming, facilities, and administration, I’ve successfully led a range of projects from revitalizing urban parks to designing recreational programs that encourage community engagement and healthy living.
I specialize in budgeting, community engagement, governmental partnerships, facility maintenance, and non-profit collaborations. I have a proven track record in building collaborative relationships with local governments, community groups, non-profit groups, and external partners to achieve shared goals. One of my proudest achievements was developing an outdoor ice rink for the community of Edwards with minimal budget and nothing more than a will to improve the physical lives during the COVID pandemic.
Recently, I oversaw the 1.2 million dollar renovation of the Edwards Field House. I managed all aspects of this project from planning, projecting, funding, selecting contractors, scheduling, and staff collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Supervisor
Mountain Recreation
Edwards, CO
09.2018 - Current
- Manage operations of the 58,000sq foot Edwards Field House that includes synthetic turf field, gymnastics, trampoline, and ninja center, hardwood courts for basketball, volleyball, pickleball, after-school and day camp rooms, climbing and belay walls, meeting spaces, and leased spaces.
- Developed strong vendor relationships, negotiating favorable contracts for services and supplies.
- Supervised daily operations ensuring safety and compliance across all facility areas.
- Managed maintenance schedules, coordinating with vendors to optimize service delivery.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Developed and implemented process improvements enhancing efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Conducted regular audits of facility conditions, identifying areas in need of improvement or repair.
- Optimized space usage within the facility through strategic planning that accommodated both short-term events and long-term expansion needs.
- Managed inter-governmental agreements with Eagle County, Eagle County School Districts
- Managed user group agreements with 9 user groups.
- Managed budgets and financial reporting for the facility, ensuring accurate records were kept at all times.
- Collaborated with other departments to foster efficient use of facility space and resources.
Eagle Assistant Manager of Recreation
Mountain Recreation
Eagle, CO
04.2013 - 09.2018
- Assistant Manager of the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink. 28,000sq foot facility that included a full sized indoor ice arena and 20,000sq foot outdoor pool.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and company policies.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that increased staff productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic initiatives for program enhancement.
- Managed youth and adult programming within the Town of Eagle including, sports, day camps, and general recreation.
Athletics and Sports Supervisor
Mountain Recreation
Eagle, CO
08.2009 - 04.2013
- Supervised daily operations of sports facilities, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed, promoted, supervised, and administered youth and adult sports in Western Eagle County for approximetly 3,000 participants, that included the communities of Gypsum, Eagle, and Edwards.
- Oversight of revenues and expense budget for athletics department. Budget prep and oversight throughout the year.
- Supervised one full time, approximately 30 seasonal, and part-time staff, with 200 plus volunteers.
- Analyzed participant feedback to refine programming offerings, increasing overall customer satisfaction.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enhance community outreach and participation in sports events.
- Increased sports program participation by actively promoting events and coordinating community outreach initiatives.
- Implemented policies consistently that promoted fair play, sportsmanship, respect among teammates, coaches, officials, opponents, and spectators alike.
- Coordinated tournaments successfully, ensuring efficient logistics management while delivering an enjoyable experience for participants.
- Developed comprehensive practice plans tailored to specific skill levels for both individual athletes and teams as a whole.
Athletics and Sports Coordinator
Mountain Recreation
Eagle, CO
03.2007 - 07.2009
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation for diverse recreational activities.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in event coordination and participant support.
- Utilized registration software to streamline participant sign-up processes and track attendance.
- Handled daily facility scheduling and equipment use.
- Coordinated with local schools to increase participation in youth sports programs, boosting community engagement.
- Negotiated with sponsors to secure funding and equipment for team, enhancing overall quality of sports program.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO08-2005
Skills
- Facility management
- Budget administration
- Building operations
- Special projects
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Team building
- Safety standards
- Goal setting
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
- Certified Basketball Official (IAABO)
Timeline
Facility Supervisor
Mountain Recreation
09.2018 - Current
Eagle Assistant Manager of Recreation
Mountain Recreation
04.2013 - 09.2018
Athletics and Sports Supervisor
Mountain Recreation
08.2009 - 04.2013
Athletics and Sports Coordinator
Mountain Recreation
03.2007 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
University of Northern Colorado