Prestan T.

Walker
Spokane Valley, WA 99037 | (907) 230-1038 | walkerprestan@gmail.com

PARKS & RECREATION PROFESSIONAL

Hard working, motivated and outgoing student seeking community-oriented parks & recreation
position. Interested in demonstrating my leadership abilities, as well as my passion for youth
development and overall health/well-being of the community.

EDUCATION

Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA – anticipated Fall 2020

Recreation and Tourism Management, Minor in Experiential Education and Group Facilitation
Yakima Valley College, Yakima, WA – 2018
Associate in Arts
University of Alaska, Anchorage, AK – 2013
Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Fitness Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Recreation Intern/Assistant Lead Counselor/Teen Camp Counselor

City of Spokane Valley Parks & Recreation Dept. – Spokane Valley, WA (Jun. 2018 – Aug.
2019)
 Assisted with planning, coordinating and executing special events and programs.
 Helped with marketing and promotions of events and programs.
 Ran a five-week summer teen camp for 6th – 9th grades during which I led weekly
excursions, field trips and hiking trips that included (LNT) preservation and conservation
principles.
 Helped supervise counselors and coordinate weekly activities for summer day camp.

Recreation Coordinator
Unalaska Park’s, Culture & Recreation – Unalaska, AK (Feb. 2015 – Feb. 2016)
 Provided supervision, instruction, guidance and discipline for youth and teens.
 Created, scheduled and ran a variety of programs including Power Hour (a preteen
weightlifting program) and a beginner’s ukulele class for all ages.
 Coordinated and ran art and sports programs such as youth dance, basketball and soccer.
 Helped coordinate and run multiple community events for all ages, including after school
programs.

Fitness Instructor/Front Desk Manager on Duty (MOD)

Alaska Club West – Anchorage, Alaska (Jan. 2013 – Jun. 2014)
  Monitored and assisted members in expressway strength-training circuit areas.
 Greeted members in a friendly, professional manner and promptly responded to their
needs.
 Acted as manager on duty on a rotating basis along with other experienced staff to ensure
the smooth operation of the facility.
 Handled general sales transactions.

SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS
 First Aid/CPR Certified (Exp. 5/10/20)
 Leave No Trace Certified (No Exp.)
 Extensive customer service and cash handling
 Experienced in planning and coordinating events
 Proficient in Microsoft Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
 Recreation and Leisure Services (RCLS) Student Advisory Board – President
 WRPA (Washington Parks and Recreation) Student Connections Committee - Student
Liaison
 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Member

ACHIEVEMENTS
 Dean’s List – Eastern Washington University – Fall ’18 to Spring ‘19
 Dean’s List – Yakima Valley College – Fall ’16 to Spring ‘18

- References available upon request -