Recreation and Administrative Management professional, with outstanding background in overseeing all aspects of Bureau of Land Management responsibilities including Budget, Personnel and Facility Operations Management seeking to utilize well-honed expertise and diversified skills toward maximizing organizational growth, development and success in a challenging assignment as a

Recreation Superintendent / Assistant Director of Support Services

  Physical Resource / Facilities Management & Maintenance

  Safety / Security

  Administrative Leadership

  Human Resources Management

  Personnel Training / Evaluation

  Policy / Procedure Development

  Budgets / Finance

  Procurement / Inventory Control

  Contract Negotiation / Oversight

  Lease Management

  Workload Establishment

  Dept. of Homeland Security Interface

  Border Project Involvement

  Critical Thinking

  Problem Resolution

  Communication

  Inter-Agency Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite, Front Page, DOS, Windows, Windows 95, Unix, LAN Systems, WordPerfect D-base IBM Systems, T&Ss, Travel, FBMS, PTA, PMDS, BPS, AWP, Other Applications Software

Certified in PC Repair and Diagnostics

Multi-Lingual: German, Ukrainian

  Over 30 year career beginning as a Park Ranger with the National Park Service and during the past 17 years with the Bureau of Land Management; have received multiple awards, letters of commendation and accolades for outstanding performance and contributions including "STAR" awards for exceptional performance, monetary/time-off awards, commendation for training program and website development, a Quality Step Increase for exceptional service, and Outstanding Performance Reviews and evaluations throughout the years

  In current assignment as Administrative Officer for the Gila District of the Bureau of Land Management, hold comprehensive responsibilities in successfully overseeing full-life-cycle of $8.9M budget, from design and development through implementation, managing wide array of Human Resource-related responsibilities and directing work performance of personnel staff; also oversee all aspects of facility management for multiple sites, including building maintenance and inventory control

  Earlier, as NLCS / NCA Manager, was responsible for the San Pedro Riparian and Las Cienegas National Conservation Area(s) that included long-term planning, managing wilderness and range areas, working with various recreational groups, providing support for array of law enforcement activities, collaborating with Native Americans and participating in ecosystem development and biological planning

  While serving as Monument Manager/NCA Manager at the Red Rock Canyon NCA worked closely with Friends of Red Rock Canyon NCA; developed various crucial partnerships, oversaw $19M Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center construction project, managed $1.9M Red Springs restoration project, oversaw $8M in campground and utility upgrades/expansion, and assisted with construction management for the Desert Learning Science Center at Red Rock Canyon, a $41M project.; also continually provided subject matter expertise on resource development, restoration and property acquisition.

Bureau of Land Management, Tucson, AZ, 2013-Present

Administrative Officer, Gila District

      Effectively oversee wide array of resource management actions covering one District and two Field Offices at three separate locations; manage $8.9M budget including full-life-cycle involvement, and supervise Administrative Unit of seven staff personnel responsible for conducting front desk operations including collections and billing systems (CBS).

      As Administrative Officer (AO) deliver technical advisement/guidance to senior management and staff personnel concerning policy and post management; develop/facilitate responsive and effective procedures and monitor results to successfully evaluate effectiveness.

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      Additionally provide exceptional facilities management services for four offices within District; responsibilities include directing work performance of five employees performing deferred maintenance projects for all recreational and visitor service areas for four National Conservation Areas (NCAs).

      Direct multiple procurement activities including Micro-Purchases, Purchase Requests, Inter-Governmental Agreements and Financial Assistance Agreements, assessing needs and funds availability in alignment with BLM procedures; assure use of appropriate procurement procedures for goods/services and oversee execution of contracts/leases while consistently ensuring adherence to approved Annual Work Plan.

      As Physical Resources Manager, oversee facility and ensure availability of all needed furniture, inventory and any other needed materials; also direct Human Resources activities, administering HR-related actions for Gila District while continually meeting federal regulations, BLM procedures and HR policies, and supervise Volunteer coordinators to assure proper documentation and compliance with prevailing regulations.

      Steer all actions related to personnel/facility Safety and Security; collaborate with law enforcement personnel and senior management on surveillance activities and hold responsibilities for assuring adherence to all safety/security protocols, i.e. access control, proper identification.

      Manage Fleet Operations for approximately 40 vehicles including heavy equipment; assure development of complete/accurate documentation covering vehicle utilization as well as accident reports and forward documents to management as required.

Non-Renewal Resource Advisor, Gila District

       In this concurrent assignment, serve as point-of-contact for District for any Southwest Border-related issues; provide District-level coordination with field units including communicating with State Office, providing expertise on PMDS/BPS/AWP, assuring proper submittal of high-quality proposals, coordinating responses to workload measure accomplishments, tracking workload measures/program elements and submitting report to Associate District Manager and District Manager on bi-weekly schedule.

       Report problems/issues to management in timely manner to support mitigation/elimination of any adverse effects; also serve as primary point-of-contact for State Office regarding work development and issue identification, develop strategies/solutions for remediating problems, identify new partnerships/grant opportunities, and provide excellent support for assigned projects designed to improve office efficiencies and reporting processes.

       Collaborate with District Manager/State Office in tracking/accomplishing border-related taskings, i.e. environmental documentation review, DHS and USBP coordination on infrastructure construction/maintenance, other duties; also represent District at quarterly interagency meetings with District Managers/Field Managers, prepare budget for Southern Arizona Project (SAP) for Gila District, oversee workload measure accomplishment and border project reporting, and participate in planning/implementation of Operation ROAM with law enforcement/District managers.

Bureau of Land Management, Sierra Vista, AZ, 2009-2013

NLCS, NCA Manager

       Expertly met comprehensive management responsibilities attached to the San Pedro Riparian and Las Cienegas National Conservation Area(s) while continually interfacing with stakeholders/partners; oversaw short-/long-term planning, energy/minerals management, range actions, land/realty activities, wild horses/burros/cattle requirements and implementation of Standards and Guides.

       Also successfully assured proper fire suppression/support actions and support for programs and administrative activities, all law enforcement operations, Native American consultations and ecosystem/biologic planning.

       Skillfully managed NCA budgets for both areas, directed responsibilities for staff personnel, oversaw resources and archeological projects for both areas (minimum of 15 projects annually), and was Assistance Agreement Representative for Upper San Pedro Partnership, Friends of San Pedro, Cienega Watershed Partnership, Sonoita Valley Planning Partnership, Native American Tribes, University of Arizona, and various recreational and realty development corporations.

       Was strong advocate of utilizing existing partners and state/local governments to grow new partnerships; also served as Subject Matter Expert concerning recreation, resource development, historical structure restoration and property acquisition and continually implemented Resource Management Plans (RMPs) for both sites.

       Provided excellent personnel training for both sites, resolved trespass issues, interpreted BLM regulations/NCA policies, assured compliance with local/state/federal regulations, was information source for other Divisions, assisted with FOIA inquiries and collaborated with other Divisions and involved entities to accomplish NCA-related goals.

       Performed multiple Public Relations-related activities including reviewing/approving any media interviews/releases, trained Associate Field Managers regarding AFM positions and served as District Manager when required; represented BLM with local/state officials and provided strong support for BLM policies/direction during inter-agency and partnership meetings, implemented interdisciplinary team policies in support of unifying ideas and providing direction, and developed/implemented Budget, PTA, NLCS Science Projects, BPS and CCS.

Prior to 2009, beginning in 1987, served the Bureau of Land Management as a NCA Manager, Monument Manager, NLCS Manager, Supervisory Park Ranger, Acting NCA Manager and Lead Park Ranger, and served with the National Park Service as District Ranger, Supervisory Park Ranger and Park Ranger

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College of Staten Island, Staten Island, NY, Bachelors Degree, Psychology, Biology Minor, 1990, 3.16 GPA

Ethics Training, Las Vegas Field Office, 2005

Discrimination and Whistle Blowing in the Workplace, Online Training, 2005

Performance Management System, Las Vegas Field Office, 2005

COR-Contract Officer Representative, Phoenix training center, 2004

Government Credit Card Training, Online Training, 2003

Assistance Agreement Administration, Reno State Office, 2003

Pathways- Drawing on the past to shape the future, Phoenix Training Center, 2001

Lead Emphasis, OPM 26 Federal Plaza, 2000

Effective Supervision Refresher, OPM 26 Federal Plaza, 1998

Interpretive Competencies, Lowell Training Center, 1998

Development and Implementation for Supervisors, Lowell Training Center, 1998

Communication Skills, Ellis Island, 1998

National Leadership Development, Gateway National Rec Area, 1997

Introduction to Local Area Networks, 26 Federal Plaza, 1996

Effective Management in Today's Litigious Federal Workplace, 1996

Team Leadership Program, Ellis Island, 1994

EEO and Supervisors, OPM 26 Federal Plaza, 1992

Position Management, OPM 26 Federal Plaza, 1992

Personnel Management, OPM 26 Federal Plaza, 1991

Interpretation to Ethnic Groups, Liberty State Park, 1990

Audit Techniques, Theodore Roosevelt B.P, 1989

Introduction to Supervision, OPM 26 Federal Plaza, 1989

Seasonal Law Enforcement, Southwestern Technical College, 1988

Knowledge of Interpretive Skills I, II, IIIA and IIIB (Compiled Resource Manual)

On the Spot Award, 2016

Performance Award, 2015

Performance Award, 2014

Leadership Academy, 2012

Performance Award based on 2010 Superior Rating on EPAP

STAR Award for Performance with Partnerships (Upper San Pedro Partnership), 2009

Quality Step Increase for exceptional performance, 2008

Commendation for Performance of duties for 2006

"STAR" Award for Exceptional Performance as NCA Manager, 2005

Time-Off Award, Televised Production of Ellis Island, 1996

Time-Off Award, Inter-Divisional Cooperation, 1996

Time-Off Award, Assimilation of the Park Police into Operation, 1996

Training Program Presentation Commendation, 1991, 1992, 1995 and 1996

Nominated as Safety Representative, 1991

Monetary Award, Planning the Interpretation Division of Ellis Island, 1990

Commendation, Website Development for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

Monetary Award, Special Event Operations at Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty

Developed/Implemented Interpretive Competencies at the Statue of Liberty NM and Ellis Island

Developed New Streamlined Summer Operations at the Statue of Liberty NM

Monetary award for special summer operation at the Statue of Liberty N

Performance Evaluations:

Evaluations from 1991-1998 / 2006-2010 "Exceeding Fully Successful"

Evaluations from 1999-2004 "Achieved" with very positive comments

Outstanding Evaluation in 1990

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Dear :

I am highly interested in being considered for the (Recreation Superintendent or Assistant Director of Support Services here, Markian, you would customize this section depending on which position you are applying for) assignment currently available with the City of Corpus Christi. With over 30 years of service beginning with the National Park Service and holding management positions with the Bureau of Land Management since 2000, I believe my extensive background in managing National Conservation Areas and servicing the NLCS well-qualifies me for this position.

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, during my long-term career I have continually met/exceeded organizational goals, placing exceptional focus on managing and directing programs and developing strategic planning. I continually facilitate the implementation of Human Resource-related directives and policies, assuring exceptional personnel management and leadership to support maximization of delivery of Program Services.

Included in my Administrative Management role is providing leadership in such areas as budget development/implementation and other finance-related responsibilities, and utilizing my subject matter expertise to deliver well-reasoned advisement on various resource management and technology-related issues.

Additionally, throughout my tenure with the Bureau and NPS I have consistently assured achievement of the highest levels of facilities operation and maintenance, with a strong emphasis on implementing multiple safety and sanitation-based processes/procedures to support recreational use by a wide array of individuals and groups.

My educational credentials include a Bachelors Degree as well as extensive relevant training covering personnel supervision, performance management and team leadership, among other important segments; a complete list is included in my Resume. My organizational contributions have been recognized with multiple commendations and awards as well as exceptionally positive annual Personnel Evaluations, where I have received Outstanding and Exceeding Fully Successful assessments on numerous occasions.

Throughout my career I have exhibited a commitment to quality and consistent compliance with critical governing directives, standards, policies and procedures. I am confident in my ability to deliver immediate and long-term results, and you will find me to be a performance-driven leader and collaborative team player focused on achieving and surpassing goals.

I am eager to discuss how my qualifications match your needs, and look forward to interviewing with you at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,

Markian Rekshyhnskyj

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