Professional Portfolio

Greg Bouillerce

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Table of Contents

Cover Pageo Page 1

Table of Contentso Page 2

Letter of Interesto Page 3

Résuméo Page 4

Program Leadership and Staff Developmento Page 5-7

Community Partnershipso Page 8-9

Grant Administration o Page 10

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Letter of Interest

To whom it may concern, I am writing in regard to the Recreation Services Manager position you are currently hiring for. As I read about this opportunity it became apparent to me that my strengths and experience make me an exceptional candidate for this position. As you will see in my résumé, I have worked in community service and enrichment positions throughout Napa and Sonoma counties for over ten years. Through these positions I have facilitated youth development, community service, and education through an atmosphere of positive leadership and understanding.

I am passionately committed to helping those in need by creating opportunities for individuals and groups to realize and apply their potential. This commitment has been applied throughout my career with Boys & Girls Clubs by offering life altering programs within the Clubhouse and incorporating community members and groups as partners in this effort. I came to Calistoga in 2010 with that same goal in mind and, with the help of key staff, developed what has been described by Julie McClure of the Napa Valley Office of Education (NCOE) as “the best after-school program in Napa Valley”. In my tenure with Boys & Girls Clubs St. Helena and Calistoga (BGCSHC) I have been taken on a broad range of responsibilities that include programming, project management, resource development, budgeting, marketing, staff & youth development, and community outreach; moreover, these experiences as a whole have fortified me with an advanced capacity for inspiring, engaging, and impacting youth, the community, and the professionals I work with..

I deeply value positive and engaging atmospheres as a means for personal and professional growth and actively look for and create organizations compatible with these goals and practices. If you are looking for a dynamic, creative, and enthusiastic element to compliment your organization then I would be an asset to that effort.

Most Respectfully Yours,Greg Bouillerce

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3477 Walnut Grove St.Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Phone: (707) 484-9532Email: GBouillerce@gmail.com

Gregory BouillerceExperience Sept 2010-Present Boys & Girls Clubs of St Helena and Calistoga Calistoga, CA

Unit Director Revitalized a previously stagnant and non-program based Club. Implemented a data driven approach to program implementation. Overwhelming positive feedback and inclusion from teachers, parents, community, Calistoga

Unified School District and staff. Established strong ties to the Calistoga business community and civil leadership and used

those relationships to expand the Club's Mission. Expanded the Clubs Membership from 120 to 440 registered members

July 2009- Sept 2010 Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley Sonoma, CAProgram Director Forged strong team oriented relationships with school staff and administrators in a dual

immersion atmosphere. Created systems of support that enabled club staff to feel valued and inspired to make a

difference and thereby broadened the depth of programs offered. Gained an intimate knowledge of work with Latino communities and the special interests and

needs that affect this demographic.

July 2007- June 2009 Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma Santa Rosa, CAProgram Director Played an integral role in opening the first Santa Rosa site for Central Sonoma County to meet

the needs of the largest underserved population of youth in Sonoma County. Met all grant requirements, enrolled 100 members within the first three months of operation

and maintained an average daily attendance of 85 youth. The success of this program had a direct result on the surrounding community and paved the

way for the establishment of a firm Club presence in Santa Rosa.

Jan 2006- July 2007 Boys & Girls Club of Healdsburg Healdsburg, CAProgram Director Orchestrated the resources and efforts of program staff to create and track a broad spectrum

of academic and enrichment-based programs. Solicited in-kind donations to enhance programs including materials and components for

construction of an on-site Earth Sciences Lab.

Education 2003-2005 Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CABachelor of Arts of History

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Program Leadership and Staff Development Staff Leadership

The Boys & Girls Club is not just an organization that I have worked for; it has been a cause I have supported; and although many of the organizations I have worked with have toyed with more corporate approaches to community development, I have kept that guiding principal at heart. When I arrived in Calistoga in September of 2010, I invested a large amount of time in building a program where investment started with the members, continued with its volunteers and staff, and of course into its administration as well. I threw out our antiquated interview process and dramatically changed how we approached finding and retaining the right staff. I injected fun and passion into this process in order to rephrase social work as a cause over just another job; the core idea being that when people work for a cause they incorporate themselves so wholly into its success that they become as personally connected and impacted by the program as those we serve. By creating an atmosphere conducive to this principal I have found

and retained great people, which has resulted in a deep and impactful program. That’s what each club should be striving to do; create a place where everyone leaves better for the experience.

Program DevelopmentI believe that at its heart the community enrichment is about creating a positive place that has a lasting impression on all involved. As former Boys & Girls Club of America President Roxanne Splinet so aptly put it “We are planting the seeds of trees whose shade we may never sit in;” and as such the onus falls on us then to ensure that we not only create opportunities for a lasting impression but that we effectively use those moments as vehicles for impact and personal development.

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In my time as with Boys & Girls Clubs I have run the following Programs:National Programs Specialized Programs Special Events

Power Hour*Triple Play*Healthy Habits*Fine Arts*Positive Sprouts: Garden*Smart Kids*Smart GirlsSmart MovesTorch Club*Triple Play: Games Room*Youth for Unity*Youth of the Year*TNT Drama MattersDigital Arts*Club Tech*Net Smartz*Cavity Free Zone

Club BeatsClub JournalsProject Journeys*Paws for Healing*Science Explorers*YogaZumbaWild ThingsMini MovieKids CareKhan AcademySparkMagic Makers*Lego BuildersConstruction Zone

Emergency Services Fair*Blue Handed Run*BGCA Week*CHP Bike Safety Day*Club Open House*Parents Night Out*Fine Art Show*Reindeer Run*Various Field Trips*Various Guest Presentations*

*Programs I have personal experience running.

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Staff HiringI developed a three pronged approach to staff recruitment and retention.

IdentificationWe began by positing ads on craigslist, social media, and local college campuses. The postings themselves were member driven in that members had a say in the recommended qualifications, i.e. juggling skills, knowledge of video games, and/or a love of crazy hats). This set the tone for our organization as a fun place to work and attracted applicants who were interested in the inherent creativity of this experience. Upon their interview, potential staff members were given a written and then an oral interview. Intermixed with typical questions were requests to sing, to consider strange situations, and opportunities to demonstrate artistic or creative abilities. The result of this experience has been unwaveringly positive and has changed our staff retention rate dramatically. We are no longer just attracting people who think the Club might be a fun job, but people who actively cultivate and contribute to the experience as well.

InclusionIn administrating a program we often talk about the best ways to motivate people and I have often found that there is no substitute for making them a part of the process. Again, when considering causes, people are more motivated when they are personally invested. Creating opportunities for staff to be heard, to take part in planning, and to recognize the efforts of others fosters an inclusive environment that promotes both program development and self-motivation. As an administrator, I believe strongly in being present and creating opportunities for communication and advancement.

InvestmentDuring my time with the Wine Country Professional Association (WCPA) I was responsible for organizing program level trainings for staff groups of five to fifty from across Napa, Sonoma, and Mendocino Counties.

In the course of my work with the Club I have offered training on the following topics:Training

Power Hour: Making Minutes CountScience Explorers: How To Teach Science When You Don’t Know SquatConflict ResolutionHow To talk To ParentsPositive Behavior ManagementBeing Data Driven: The How To…Emergency And Crisis ManagementOn The Spot Fun: Lines, Shout Outs, And Little TricksProgram Development Training: How Hidden Learning Helps

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Community Partnerships

Calistoga Chamber of Commerce (CCC)My first year at Calistoga in 2010 was intensely focused on program development, but as the program became more organized and self-driven I began branching out to the community to pave the way for a capital campaign in 2014. I registered our organization with the Calistoga Chamber of Commerce, regularly attended meetings and presented the chamber and its members with opportunities to get involved. Through the Chamber of Commerce I befriend Calistoga’s Mayor, Chris Canning, who has been an incredible proponent of the Club and its mission.

Calistoga Joint Unified School District (CJUSD)I attended and spoke at School Board Meetings and invited school board members and district staff to tour our programs and attend our open house events. I forged strong relationships with the CJUSD Board. Calistoga Elementary School invited me to speak on their behalf as they were interviewed for the California Distinguished School Award.

Napa County Office of Education (NCOE)I manage our relationship and reporting responsibilities with NCOE as of 2012. This included regular participation in Napa County After School Programs (NCASP) Meetings, submitting monthly membership and attendance data, and coordinating regular meetings with NCOE administrators to coordinate local initiatives. The Boys & Girls Club after-school program at Calistoga Elementary school was one of the highest scoring programs in Napa County’s review of state test scores and survey information. The report itself signified that of the 16 after school programs in Napa County over the 2012/2013 school year the Calistoga program served the largest English as a second language population (355 Members) which comprised 82% of its registered membership. The Calistoga program also served the largest population of children who qualified for free and reduced lunch. (351 members) The report indicated that 64% of children who attended the Calistoga after-school program scored Proficient or Above on English Language Arts (ELA) California State Test (CST) for the 2012/2013 school year over a school average of 62% and a county average of 46%. The report also indicated that 81% of children who attended the Calistoga program scored Proficient or Above on MATH CST for the 2012/2013 school year over a school average of 72% and a county average of 60%. The 2014 evaluation of the Calistoga Unit by NCOE was overwhelmingly positive.

English Learners Advisory Council (ELAC)I reached out to Spanish speaking families through ELAC to answer questions about the Club, its programs, and how Spanish speaking parents could support and benefit from club programs.

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This relationship has broadened and I now frequently visit, meet and create partnership opportunities with Spanish speaking parents and of course ELAC itself.

Local News AgenciesOur Calistoga Unit of the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Helena and Calistoga has been featured in over 150 press releases, photo credits, and articles over the past three years. The articles range in content from Childhood Obesity, to Garden Programs, and Boys & Girls Club Week.

In addition to the above mentioned organization I was instrumental in establishing and maintaining partnerships with:

Napa Valley Migrant EducationCity of Calistoga: Parks and RecreationNapa Valley Fair GroundsCalistoga Arts CenterCalistoga Police DepartmentBig Brothers Big SistersCalFire

Calistoga FireSonoma County Search and RescueCalifornia Highway PatrolSharpsteen MuseumCalistoga LibrarySmile for a Lifetime FoundationCalistoga Business Community

Grant Application and Reporting Experience

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Grant Writing- Calistoga Community Enrichment Grant (CCE)I was responsible for applying for and retaining this grant for four years. The City of Calistoga announced this grant in 2010 to award funding toward programs that benefited the Community of Calistoga. I applied for and was awarded the CCE Grant four times and in each case we were awarded funding toward program related goals; Internet Safety in 2011, Calistoga Community Garden 2012, Digital Arts in 2013, and an Xbox Active Games Lab in 2014. I was solely responsible for the application, management, and reporting of this grant.

Grant Reporting- After School Education and Safety (ASES)I’ve overseen four different afterschool programs that were primarily funded through ASES; Roseland Elementary School in 2008, El Verano Elementary School in 2009, Flowery Elementary School in 2009, and Calistoga Elementary School in 2010 to present. Through my experience with these sites I have become very adept at grant reporting and record keeping and have always met or exceeded all ASES grant requirements. My record demonstrates an ability to find a natural and substantial common ground between rigid state academic requirements and Boys & Girls Club’s social recreation philosophy.

Visions Member Tracking System and Google DriveIn my time with Boys & Girls Clubs I’ve become very familiar with data entry and interpretation. I became a recognized authority on the Club’s member tracking system as the primary means of reporting attendance data and accessing member information. I also integrated google drives to broaden the scope of our content and program standards so that this information could be applied toward grant reporting.

Grants, including those listed above, that I’ve been responsible for:Grant Amount

21st Century 320,000 over 4 yearsAfter School Education and Safety (ASES) 50,000 over 4 yearsOffice of Justice Programs Grant (OJP) 36000 over 4 yearsCalistoga Community Enrichment (CCE) 6,500 over 4 yearsSoroptomists International Grant 1,000 over 1 yearsVarious BGCA Grants 5,000-10,000 over 4 years

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