ROBERT J.

STIPSITS
1124 SHADOWFAIRE CT. • BALLWIN, MISSOURI 63021
PHONE: (636) 220-4067 • EMAIL: stipsits1@charter.net

CAREER OBJECTIVE
To continue a career in the facilities and customer service field where
my experience and commitment to excellence has shown to contribute
to successes obtained with previous employers and will be valuable
toward future employment success.

EMPLOYMENT

1999 – 2009 Jewish Community Center (St. Louis-

Chesterfield, MO)
2006 – 2009 Facilities Management Supervisor
• Managed rentals of facility properties and resources
for two campuses; oversee resource allocation, and
provided and managed marketing strategies for
expansion of program. Successfully established high-
dollar long-term rental agreement with regional
university.
• Extensive experience negotiating and securing facility
rentals and corporate memberships.
• Assisted with and supported management of corporate
sales function.
• Supervisor of Building and Grounds personnel
associated with maintenance and operations of a
75,000 sq. foot community center facility to include
one indoor warm pool and one outdoor recreation pool
and 12,000 sq. ft fitness center.
2007 Primary Oversight for Facility Renovation/Construction
• Responsibilities included daily supervision and
coordination of a $3.5 million renovation project of the
75,000 sq. ft Marilyn Fox JCC Facility.
• Operations with contractors, sub contractors,
architects, and consultants were coordinated with and
communicated with all JCC site departments.
• Upgraded areas included: Aquatic Center,
Multipurpose Gym, Fitness Center, Spinning Studio,
Functional and Circuit Training Studios, Yoga/Pilates
studio, batting cages, early childhood, full service
kitchens, main lobby, membership offices, conference
rooms and locker rooms.
• Additional responsibilities included the research
and selection of various cardiovascular equipment,
free and machine weight equipment, various sound
systems, flooring and locker selection.
 2005 – 2006 Corporate Sales Manager
• Led the establishment of new corporate membership
program.
• Managed corporate membership details for multiple
entities.
1999 – 2005 Fitness Center Manager and Personal Trainer
• Managed 6,000 sq ft. fitness center and fitness staff of
15
• Provided oversight for all fitness center facility
operations, maintenance, and fitness programming
• Implemented various sales strategies to generate
fitness center revenues
• Increased personal training revenues from $3,000/mo.
to $10,000/mo.

1997 – 1999 Atillio’s Discount Sports Supplements (St.

Louis, Missouri)
General Manager
• Managed sales and operations at three retail stores.
Key responsibilities included business planning and
implementation of marketing strategies.
• Assisted with management of employees, including
financial records, payroll and scheduling.

1996 – 1997 Butler Supply (St. Louis, Missouri)

Warehouse Operator
• Provided daily operations of electrical supply
warehouse, supervising order filling and stocking of
warehouse and employees.

1995 – 1996 A.E. Lottes Co. (St. Louis, Missouri)

Warehouse Operator
• Filled orders and maintained inventory of automobile
parts for distribution to local retail outlets.

1993 – 1995 Whelan Security (St. Louis, Missouri)

Security Officer Shift Leader
• Provided corporate security for leading chemical
manufacturing company.
• Responsible for security monitoring of all safety alarms
and dispatch operations to field security officers.

1989 – 1993 United States Marine Corps

• Honorable discharge in 1993.
• Attained a high degree of management and
supervisory skills.
• Awarded a Non-Commissioned Officer Status
EDUCATION
High School Graduate- (Affton Senior High School - St. Louis)

Coursework completed in pursuit of B.S. degree (University of

Missouri – St. Louis)

REFRENCES
Available upon request

Director of Human Resources

To Whom It May Concern:

Please find attached my resume which I am submitting to your attention. I am

seeking to further my career goals in the Facilities and Customer Service field
and, in particular, in the St. Louis area. In this type of environment, I believe that
I am a qualified candidate for this position because I offer a great deal of relevant
experience since my supervisory history is one of diversity. These skills allowed
me to lead my areas of responsibility to the “highest level” of performance.
Lastly, I feel my varied experience in facility management will be an additional
asset to this position. I am sure that my qualifications will meet your satisfaction
and hopefully your consideration, especially as your company pursues their
mission to update their great facilities and customer satisfaction.

As stated in my attached resume, I have worked full time for the last 8 years as a
manager, supervisor and progressive leader at a community facility and its’
corresponding programs and services.

From a personal standpoint my peers consider me a team player, communicator,

high attention to detail, good listener, diligent, and committed to success. After
reviewing my resume, I am available at your convenience to discuss my
qualifications. It is my hope that I can bring to the table the leadership that your
company is searching for to meet the inherent future challenges within facilities
and customer service. Thank you for your consideration of my resume regarding
this employment opportunity. I believe I would be a significant asset to your
team and look forward in hearing from you.

Please feel free to contact me at stipsits1@charter.net or 636-220-4067 (h)

Thank you for your consideration.

Respectfully yours,

Robert J. Stipsits