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I am a dedicated recreation and arts specialist with over 28 years of federal employment experience, primarily in US Army recreational, sports, and arts & crafts programs across Europe and the United States. I take pride in managing facilities, expanding program offerings, and turning organizations around financially while supervising and training employees. With a strong background in arts, outdoor recreation, and youth development, I enjoy creating engaging, fun, and educational programs for diverse communities.
Throughout my career, I have mastered multiple technical and craft skills including advanced photography, ceramics, woodworking, and computerized engraving, alongside multiple software proficiency on Macintosh and Windows systems. I am fluent in Hungarian and German, which enhances my ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in multicultural environments. My extensive administrative experience complements my leadership skills, ensuring smooth operations and successful program execution.
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Work Experience
Recreation Specialist GS-0188-09 at US Army, SHAPE
May 1, 2014 - September 2, 2025Served as Outdoor Recreation Director at SHAPE Outdoor Recreation Centre, Belgium. Managed and expanded rentals including Fest Tent, Bouncy Castle, Ski and Mountain Bike. Conceived and instituted diverse field trip programs such as Battlefield Tours, Skiing, Whitewater Rafting, and Paintball.
Recreation Specialist GS-0188-09 at US Army, USAG Schinnen (JFC HQ - Europe)
October 1, 2012 - September 2, 2025Directed Arts & Crafts and Car Crafts centres. Managed facilities, supervised up to twenty employees, handled administrative functions including recruitment, budgeting, and reporting. Taught crafts like advanced photography, ceramics, woodworking, and computerized engraving. Achieved positive financial turnaround.
Youth Development Specialist GS-0101-07 at US Army, Aberdeen Proving Ground
August 1, 2000 - September 2, 2025Directed Youth Development programs including summer day camps for middle schoolers with field trips and educational activities. Provided social and leisure leadership including outdoor recreational activities. Managed theatrical productions, dances, concerts, and festivals.
Recreation Specialist GS-0188-07 at US Army, Aberdeen Proving Ground
July 1, 1998 - September 2, 2025Social/Leisure Director of Youth Services, developed cultural and ethnic programs, special interest clubs, language and multi-cultural curricula for youth grades 1-12.
Supervisory Sports Specialist GS-0030-08 at US Army, Dugway Proving Ground
November 1, 1996 - September 2, 2025Directed adult and youth sports programs including facility management, athletic fields, swimming complex, and sports training. Programs included intramural sports, youth sports, aerobics, weight/diet training, swimming, and competitions.
Supervisory Art Specialist GS-1056-08 at US Army, Dugway Proving Ground
February 1, 1993 - September 2, 2025Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts Director managing facility administration, programming, staff recruitment, budgeting, and reporting. Implemented computerized resale inventory and improved sales store. Achieved consistent financial surplus.
Art Specialist GS-1056-07 at US Army, Ft. Belvoir
February 1, 1992 - September 2, 2025Directed large retail and consignment Arts & Crafts operations. Taught and demonstrated a variety of arts & crafts. Managed procurement and stocking of resale goods and supplies.
Supervisory Art Specialist GS-1056-08 at US Army, Vilseck
December 1, 1990 - September 2, 2025Directed Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts centers with a staff of 28. Taught wide range of arts & crafts, advanced photography, and supervised automotive craft shop. Managed facility financial turnaround.
Supervisory Art Specialist UA-1056-07 at US Army, Amberg
July 1, 1989 - September 2, 2025Arts & Crafts Director focusing on advanced photography and darkroom. Turned unprofitable facility into a successful operation.
Visual Information Specialist UA-1084-07 at US Army, Grafenwoehr
December 1, 1988 - September 2, 2025Chief of Marketing & Advertising Division for Seventh Army Training Command. Managed graphic design and editing of monthly MWR event calendar magazines covering six communities.
Training Instructor (Multi Crafts) UA-1712-07 at US Army, Goeppingen
February 1, 1988 - September 2, 2025Directed Wood Crafts center and instructed small groups of soldiers and officers. Developed lesson plans and conducted training in multiple crafts.
Art Specialist UA-1056-07 at US Army, Bamberg
January 1, 1987 - September 2, 2025Assistant Director and Director of remote sites for Arts & Crafts center. Renovated studios, darkrooms, and workshops. Hosted Reward Teachers’ Certification course for instructors.
Art Specialist UA-1056-07 at US Army, Erlangen
December 1, 1986 - September 2, 2025Arts & Crafts Specialist and Acting Director managing program plans, budget, equipment, and supplies. Developed enhanced arts & crafts program including fine arts, ceramics, photography, stained glass, and more.
Recreation Specialist (GS-0188-09) at US Army, SHAPE, Belgium
May 1, 2014 - September 2, 2025Served as Outdoor Recreation Director at SHAPE Outdoor Recreation Centre. Expanded existing programs including festival tent, bouncy castle, and activity game rentals. Created and managed diverse field trip programs such as battlefield tours, skiing, whitewater rafting, caving, and paintball.
Recreation Specialist (GS-0188-09) at US Army, USAG Schinnen, The Netherlands
October 1, 2012 - September 2, 2025Director of NATO Arts & Crafts and Car Crafts centres. Managed two facilities and supervised up to twenty employees. Oversaw recruitment, budgeting, training, reporting, and cash management. Taught multiple crafts including advanced photography, ceramics, woodworking, and computerized engraving. Achieved a positive cash flow turnaround.
Youth Development Specialist (GS-0101-07) at US Army, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
August 1, 2000 - September 2, 2025Directed middle school summer day camp with weekend educational field trips. Led social/leisure programming including whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and theatrical productions. Acted as SAS Program and Middle-School Director.
Recreation Specialist (GS-0188-07) at US Army, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
July 1, 1998 - September 2, 2025Social/Leisure Director overseeing youth grades 1-12 development programs. Developed cultural and ethnic events, hobby and collecting clubs, and multi-cultural language curriculum.
Supervisory Sports Specialist (GS-0030-08) at US Army, Dugway Proving Ground, UT
November 1, 1996 - September 2, 2025Managed adult and youth sports including intramurals, aerobics, weight training, swimming, and competitions. Directed facility fitness center, swimming pool, track & field, courts, and playing fields.
Supervisory Art Specialist (GS-1056-08) at US Army, Dugway Proving Ground, UT
February 1, 1993 - September 2, 2025Managed Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts centers, overseeing personnel and finances. Improved retail store operations and introduced computerized resale inventory, achieving consistent profitability.
Art Specialist (GS-1056-07) at US Army, Ft. Belvoir, VA
February 1, 1992 - September 2, 2025Directed large retail and consignment operation, taught various arts and crafts, managed orders for resale goods, supplies and equipment.
Supervisory Art Specialist (GS-1056-08) at US Army, Vilseck, Germany
December 1, 1990 - September 2, 2025Directed Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts centers with 28 staff. Provided advanced photography, photo studio/darkroom instruction, and auto crafts supervision. Brought financial improvements to the center.
Supervisory Art Specialist (UA-1056-07) at US Army, Amberg, Germany
July 1, 1989 - September 2, 2025Directed Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts centers including advanced photography and photo studio/darkroom. Improved facility performance leading to success.
Visual Information Specialist (UA-1084-07) at US Army, Grafenwoehr, Germany
December 1, 1988 - September 2, 2025Chief of Marketing & Advertising Division, handled advanced marketing, advertising, and graphic layout for Seventh Army Training Command functions across six communities.
Training Instructor (Multi Crafts) (UA-1712-07) at US Army, Goeppingen, Germany
February 1, 1988 - September 2, 2025Director of Wood Crafts center and training instructor. Developed lesson plans and taught small groups of soldiers, NCOs, and officers.
Art Specialist (UA-1056-07) at US Army, Bamberg, Germany
January 1, 1987 - September 2, 2025Assistant Director and remote site director for Arts & Crafts center. Renovated multiple studios including ceramics and photo departments. Developed catalog of ceramic molds.
Art Specialist (UA-1056-07) at US Army, Erlangen, Germany
December 1, 1986 - September 2, 2025Specialist and Acting Director for Arts & Crafts center. Developed program plans, managed inventory, and executed a wide arts & crafts program including fine arts, photography, and woodworking.
Recreation Specialist at US Army, SHAPE Outdoor Recreation Centre
May 1, 2014 - September 4, 2025Directed and expanded all existing outdoor recreation programs including rental and installation of fest tents, activity games, ski and camping equipment. Created and instituted diverse field trip programs such as battlefield tours, skiing, whitewater rafting, and rock climbing. Managed major outdoor recreation operations at SHAPE, Belgium, ensuring high engagement and positive growth.
Recreation Specialist and Multi-Crafts Director at US Army, USAG Schinnen (Joint Forces Command HQ - Europe)
October 1, 2012 - September 4, 2025Managed Arts & Crafts and Car Crafts centers, supervising up to twenty employees. Handled all administrative functions: personnel management, budgeting, training plans, funding proposals, and reporting. Developed and taught advanced photography and various crafts, successfully turning the organization into a positive cash flow operation. Proficient in Forms Flow, PowerPoint, and Macintosh systems.
Youth Development Specialist at US Army, Aberdeen Proving Ground Youth Services Center
August 1, 2000 - September 4, 2025Directed middle school summer day camp programs including field trips and leisure activities like whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and paintball. Provided leadership in program planning, theatrical productions, festivals, and youth exchange visits. Served as Acting SAS Program and Middle-School Director, effectively increasing program engagement and diversity.
Recreation Specialist / Social-Leisure Director at US Army, Aberdeen Proving Ground Youth Services Center
July 1, 1998 - September 4, 2025Developed programs for youth grades 1-12, emphasizing cultural and ethnic events. Initiated hobby and collecting clubs and comprehensive language and multicultural programs, enriching youth recreational experiences and community involvement.
Supervisory Sports Specialist at US Army, Dugway Proving Ground Fitness Center
November 1, 1996 - September 4, 2025Managed adult and youth sports activities, including intramurals, aerobics, swimming, and weight training. Oversaw facility management of fitness center, athletic fields, swimming complex, and organized competitions such as Athlete of the Year. Ensured community fitness needs were met with high quality programming.
Supervisory Art Specialist at US Army Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts centers, Dugway Proving Ground
February 1, 1993 - September 4, 2025Directed arts and crafts programs and facilities including auto crafts. Managed personnel, budgeting, training, and reporting. Implemented computerized resale inventory and reorganized sales store to improve user experience. Consistently operated the organization in positive financial standing.
Art Specialist and Arts & Crafts Director at US Army Arts & Crafts center, Ft. Belvoir
February 1, 1992 - September 4, 2025Directed a large retail and consignment operation, taught various arts and crafts disciplines, and managed inventory and supplies. Demonstrated proficiency in Macintosh computing and various software, enhancing operational efficiency.
Supervisory Art Specialist at US Army Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts centers, Vilseck
December 1, 1990 - September 4, 2025Managed a large staff of 28 employees, directing arts and crafts and automotive craft programs. Provided training in advanced photography, photo studio, and darkroom techniques. Successfully turned the facility financials to operate in the black.
Supervisory Art Specialist at US Army Arts & Crafts and Auto Crafts centers, Amberg
July 1, 1989 - September 4, 2025Directed arts and crafts center including advanced photography and darkroom. Improved underperforming facilities into profitable operations and mastered WordPerfect and Lotus123 for business tasks.
Visual Information Specialist at US Army, Seventh Army Training Command
December 1, 1988 - September 4, 2025Chief of Marketing & Advertising Division. Created graphic art layouts and edited four monthly MWR event calendars covering six communities. Advanced skills in marketing, advertising, and graphic design.
Training Instructor (Multi Crafts) and Wood Crafts center Director at US Army Arts & Crafts center, Goeppingen
February 1, 1988 - September 4, 2025Created lesson plans and trained small groups of soldiers, NCOs, and Officers in various crafts. Managed wood crafts center operations and ensured quality training.
Arts & Crafts Assistant Director and Remote Sites Director at US Army Arts & Crafts center, Bamberg
January 1, 1987 - September 4, 2025Renovated ceramic studios, framing shops, darkrooms, photo studios, and offices. Developed a full ceramic mold catalog and hosted ceramics teachers certification courses to train instructors.
Arts & Crafts Specialist and Acting Director at US Army Arts & Crafts center, Erlangen
December 1, 1986 - September 4, 2025Developed program plans and annual budgets, managed equipment and supplies, and ensured participant safety in arts & crafts programs. Delivered a broad array of fine arts and crafting activities including photo techniques, jewelry making, and woodworking.
Education
BA at Washington & Jefferson College
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1983BA at Washington & Jefferson College
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1983BA at Washington & Jefferson College
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1983Qualifications
Duncan Ceramics Teacher's Certification
January 1, 1989 - September 2, 2025Reward Ceramics Teacher's Certification
January 1, 1987 - September 2, 2025Hungarian and German Interpretation and Translation (native fluency)
January 11, 2030 - September 2, 2025Duncan Ceramics Teachers Certification
January 1, 1989 - September 2, 2025Reward Ceramics Teachers Certification
January 1, 1987 - September 2, 2025Hungarian and German Interpretation and Translation (native fluency)
January 11, 2030 - September 2, 2025Duncan Ceramics Teachers Certification
January 1, 1989 - September 4, 2025Reward Ceramics Teachers Certification
January 1, 1987 - September 4, 2025Hungarian and German Interpretation and Translation (native fluency)
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025Industry Experience
Government, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Other, Professional Services
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