CHAD W. SIERMAN
OBJECTIVE:
 To obtain a position in the field of aquatics in a higher education setting in order to expand
my skills and knowledge as a recreation professional.
EDUCATION:
 Master of Public Administration degree with an option in Community Wellness.
Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO, (2006).
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Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Recreation. Southeast Missouri State
University, Cape Girardeau, MO, (2003).
WORK EXPERIENCE:
 Aquatic Supervisor, Parks & Recreation Department, City of Cape Girardeau, MO.
Responsible for the administration, operation, budgeting, maintenance, and supervision of
two public aquatic facilities. Hire, train, evaluate, supervise and schedule all part-time and
full-time staff for each facility. Supervise and coordinate all aquatic programs, special
events, and parties at each facility. Assist department in multiple special events, community
events, programs, and staff trainings. Work closely with the Cape Girardeau Public School
District in maintaining the air structure over Central Municipal Pool as well as scheduling
all aquatic school activities, P.E. classes, and athletic practices, (2004-present).
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High School Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach, Cape Girardeau Public School
District, Cape Girardeau, MO. Responsible for assisting the Central High School Head
Coach with practices and meets for both the boys and girls teams, as well as, driving the
student athletes to meets, (2006-present).
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M.S.H.S.A.A. Swimming & Diving Official, Cape Girardeau Public School District, City
of Cape Girardeau, MO. Responsible for officiating Central High School Swimming &
Diving Meets for the boys & girls seasons, (2004-2006).
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Manager/Lifeguard, Parks & Recreation Department, City of Cape Girardeau, MO.
Responsible for assisting with administration, staff supervision, staff scheduling, facility
supervision and operation, preventing accidents, and providing emergency response. Also
assisting with the coordination of the Steamboat Classic and Youth Triathlons, (2001-2004).
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Lifeguard, Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO. Responsible for
preventing accidents and providing emergency response in Parker Pool, (2002).
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Student Maintenance Worker, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL. Responsible
for cleaning and maintaining the appearance of the pool deck along with cleaning and
maintaining the appearance of both men’s and women’s locker rooms connected to the pool
in the Student Recreation Center, (2000).
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
 Department of Conservation, Assist with canoeing programs, (2006).
 Cape Road Runners, Help work youth track meets, (2006-present).
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Recreation Services, Southeast Missouri State University, Masters Internship. Included
Training part-time and full-time staff in C.P.R., taught multiple First Aid and C.P.R. classes,
attended multiple meetings over New Student Aquatic Center, (2006).
Girl Scouts, Help put together and teach multiple programs, (2005-present).
American Red Cross, Teach classes in Lifeguard Training, CPR and First Aid, (2004present).
Cape Girardeau Boys & Girls Club, Lead a class project by planning, scheduling, and
organizing a program to rebuild and refinish a basketball gym floor for the club, (2002).
Special Olympics, Help coach the Special Olympics Swim Team, (2002).
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES:
 Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, American Red Cross, (2007).
 Aquatic Facility Operator, National Recreation & Park Association, (2006).
 Merit Badge Counselor, Boy Scouts of America, GSLAC BSA, (2005).
 Lifeguard Instructor, American Red Cross, (2004).
 Water Safety Instructor, American Red Cross, (2004).
 Collegiate Athlete, Track & Field, and Cross-Country teams, Southeast Missouri State
University, Cape Girardeau, MO, (1999-2004).
 Open Water Scuba Diver, Scuba Diving International, (2002).
 Lifeguard Training & First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen
Administration for the Professional Rescuer, AED Essentials, Preventing Disease
Transmission, American Red Cross, (2001).
AWARDS AND HONORS:
 Certificate for 5 Years of Service, City of Cape Girardeau, (2006).
 Aquatic Leadership Award, American Red Cross, (2005).
 Graduate Dean’s List, Southeast Missouri State University, (Spring 2005, Summer 2005,
Fall 2005, Spring 2006, & Summer 2006).
 Employee of the Quarter, City of Cape Girardeau, (2003).
 1st Team All Conference, Ohio Valley Conference, Cross Country, (2003).
 3000m Steeplechase Champion, Ohio Valley Conference, Track & Field, (2003).
 O.V.C. Scholar Athlete Award, Southeast Missouri State University, (2002-2003).
 Undergraduate Deans’ List, Southeast Missouri State University, (Fall 2001, Summer
2002, Spring 2003, & Fall 2003).
 Scholar Athlete, Southeast Missouri State University, (1999-2003).
 MVP Cross-Country, Southeast Missouri State University, (2000).
 Undergraduate Dean’s List, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL, (Summer 2000).
REFERENCES:
Mrs. Sandy Vaughn
Mr. Doug Gannon
Program / Properties Director
Girl Scouts of Otahki Council
1432 Kurre Lane
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-7741
Aquatics Director
Fitness Plus - St. Francis Hospital
150 S. Mount Auburn Road
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 331-5311
Mrs. Dayna Powell
School Teacher / Swimming & Diving Coach
Cape Girardeau Public School District
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 579-9560
Mrs. Sheryl Brethal
Health & Safety Services Director
American Red Cross
Cape Girardeau, MO 6370
(573) 335-9471
Mr. Mark Hasheider
Assistant Fire Chief
City of Cape Girardeau
1 South Sprigg Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-3211
Mr. Tim Gramling
Director of Public Works
City of Cape Girardeau
2007 Southern Expressway
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-9151
Mr. Dan Muser
Director of Parks & Recreation Dept.
City of Cape Girardeau
410 Kiwanis Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5421
Mr. Joey Haines
Head Track & Field Coach
Southeast Missouri State University
One University Plaza
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 651-5994