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Matt Panich
4124 Pickfair Rd Springfield, IL 62703
630.292.3433 mpanich26@gmail.com
Professional Profile:
Visionary leader with progressively responsible experience in Campus Recreation; seven years
of university experience at administering and programming a comprehensive, multi-facility
recreation program; skilled at strategic planning, assessment and collaborative team building;
strong organizational and communication skills commended for creating and sustaining
partnerships campus-wide and beyond; capable project leader, budget manager and problem
solver with a genuine commitment to human learning, growth and satisfaction; experience
supervising and mentoring professional, support and student staff. Core competencies include:
 Training and development
 Financial administration (+$2.8 million)
 Capital projects management
 Policy and Procedure Development and
Reengineering
 Strategic and Mission Planning
 Facility and Asset Management
 Conflict Resolution
 Developing and Motivating Teams
and Individuals
 Public Speaking
 Holistic Visionary
 Integrity, creativity and accountability
Education and Training:
Low Ropes Challenge Course Training 2015 (current)
Red Cross First Aid Certification 2015 (current)
Red Cross/American Heart Association CPR/AED Certification 2008 (current)
National School of Recreational Sports Management Level 1 2013
Buckeye Reflections® Wood Floor Seminar 2012
Academic Leadership Seminar 2011
University of Illinois Springfield
Blood Bourne Pathogens Certification (Trainer) 2010 (current)
Masters of Science, Kinesiology- Sport Management 2009
Western Illinois University; Macomb, Illinois
Bachelors of Arts- Business Management, Finance 2007
Minors- Organizational Leadership, Economics
St. Ambrose University; Davenport, Iowa

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Experience:
Associate Director of Campus Recreation 2014-present
University of Illinois Springfield, Springfield, IL
Interim Director of Campus Recreation 2013-2014
University of Illinois Springfield, Springfield, IL
Assistant Director of Campus Recreation 2008-2013
University of Illinois Springfield, Springfield, IL
Member of the Student Affairs administrative team responsible for providing leadership,
management, and development of all departmental programs, facilities and services. Serve as
financial officer for all related Campus Recreation reserve and fee-based accounts including
control of the budget and allocation of resources; coordinate student fees and rental rate
recommendations to submit to University Administration. Oversee operations and scheduling of
all indoor and outdoor recreational sports and intercollegiate athletic facilities and spaces on
campus. Create and preserve multiple university and community relationships that enhance and
promote health, recreation and wellness programs and services; interface with advisory
committees, serve on campus committees and/or communicate and consult with other campus
offices and officials. Review and approve all contracts to ensure compliance with State of
Illinois, Board of Trustees, and University-related regulations. Monitor the development and
administration of operating policies and procedures. Administer all components of assessment
and the Campus Recreation strategic plan through teamwork, mutual respect and consensus.
Recruit, supervise, train, develop and evaluate professional, support, student and service
personnel. Understanding of ADA regulations and experience working with students with
special needs. Oversee safety and risk management for department.
Select Accomplishments:
 Designed and constructed official size cricket pitch 2015
 Developed financial plan to reverse the department budget deficit 2013
 Collaborated with Springfield community constituents to execute city’s annual local Marathon
 Developed design and financial plan for an on-campus Driving Range
 Oversaw renovation of The Recreation and Athletic Center 3-Court Arena and Atrium
 Contracted Midwest Plains Conference Men’s Club Volleyball Tournament
 Collaborated with multiple Registered Student Organizations to organize first UIS World Cup
Event
 Contracted Robert Morris University Men’s and Women’s Basketball Senior Day
 Designed and constructed an 18-hole disc golf course on campus; project completion in 2012
 Assisted with design and construction of a Juice Bar; project completed in 2012
 Designed and constructed completely accessible horseshoe court addition to an outdoor
recreation facility; project completed 2011
 Assisted with the construction and design of a NCAA baseball facility for men’s intercollegiate
baseball team; project completed in 2011
 Successfully hosted 2010 Illinois Intramural-Recreational Sports Association State Workshop;
first for UIS
 Successfully hosted 2010 Men’s and Women’s NCAA Great Lakes Valley Conference
Basketball Tournaments

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 Contracted 6 Illinois High School Association Soccer State Tournament matches and 11
Illinois High School Association Basketball State Tournament games using University
facilities
Facilities and Intramural Graduate Assistant- Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL
2007-2008
Provided quality service to WIU Campus Recreation clients. Maintained a healthy, clean and
safe environment for all users of facilities. Opened and closed the 78,000 square foot Student
Recreation Center; monitored building access and control. Developed and administered
intramural and special event programs. Assisted with preventative maintenance of all Student
Recreation Center Equipment. Scheduled and prepared facilities for intramurals, special
programs, open recreation, club sports and community events. Managed conflict resolution for
disgruntled facility users and intramural participants. Hired, supervised, trained and evaluated
student employees; maintained payroll for 30 intramural officials. Served as first responder to
emergency situations.
Ruffled Feathers Golf Club- Lemont, IL 2005-2007
Served as pro shop staff responsible for daily operations of the golf pro shop; responsible for
opening and closing of club house; provide quality customer service to club members and
general public; provided supervision of staff; weekly collaboration with diverse organizations
hosting golf outings; worked closely with club staff including but not limited to event staff,
kitchen staff, grounds staff.
Lead Sports Official- St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA 2005-2007
Supervised, trained, scheduled and evaluated intramural officials. Developed and administered
intramural and special event programs. Prepared and maintained indoor/outdoor facilities to
ensure healthy, safe and clean environment for all participants. Assisted with oversight of
department inventory.
HONORS AND AWARDS:
Student Affairs Award for Excellence Recipient 2015
Chancellors’ Academic Professional Excellence Award Nominee 2015
Division of Student Affairs, Quality Service Award Nominee 2013
Division of Student Affairs, Quality Service Award Nominee 2012
Division of Student Affairs, New Student Affairs Member Award Nominee 2010
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
Member, Registry of Collegiate Recreational Sports Professionals, 2015-present
“InnoSoft Fusion,” University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, 2013
Professional Member, ACPA 2013-2014
Professional Member, NIRSA 2008- present

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Professional Member, Illinois-Intramural Recreational Sports Association (IIRSA) 2008- present
Member, Illinois Flag Football Tournament All-Tournament Committee, Eastern Illinois
University, 2010
“Young Professionals Round Table” IIRSA State Workshop, University of Illinois Springfield:
Springfield, IL, 2010
Illinois High School Association Certified Basketball Official, 2007-2009
Member, State of Illinois Flag Football Tournament Officials’ Committee- Western Illinois
University, 2008
SELECT UNIVERSITY SERVICE:
University of Illinois Springfield
Representative on UIS Academic Professionals Advisory Committee (APAC), 2014-present
Member, Intercollegiate Athletics Gender Equity Committee, 2013-present
Chair, Assistant Director of Housing, Residence & Facility Operations Search Committee, 2014
Chair, UIS Wellness Collaborative, 2013-present
Chair, Employer Development and Informatics Liaison Search Committee, 2013
Chair, Employer and Student Success Liaison Search Committee, 2013
Chair, Assistant Director of Recreational Sports; Fitness and Wellness Search Committee, 2010
Member, Student Affairs Strategic Planning Committee, 2010- present
Member, Student Affairs Professional Development Committee, 2010-2012
Member, Student Affairs Leadership Retreat Planning Team, 2010-2012
Member, Contract Management System Advisory Group, 2010-2012
Member, Late Night Planning committee, 2010
Member, Assistant Director of Housing, Residence & Facility Operations Search Committee,
2009
Member, UIS Homecoming Committee, 2008-present
Western Illinois University
West Central Officials Association, 2007
President, Sport Management Club, 2007
Member, Recreational Sports Professional Society
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT:
Rochester, IL
Volunteer, Youth Baseball Coach, 2009-2012
Macomb, IL
Volunteer, First Tee Program, 2008
Davenport, IA
Volunteer, Killer Bee 5k Walk/Run, 2006
Volunteer, Junior Achievement, 2007