Julio Magrisso Application PackageJulio Magrisso
1170 Stillwater Drive, Miami Beach, FL. 33141 | H: 305-864-8907 / C: 786-236-9277 | juliomagrisso@hotmail.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
RTA, LLC
Project Management, Consultant April 2019- Current
CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
DIRECTOR APRIL 2018- APRIL 2019
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR JANUARY 2016- March 2018
Overseeing the Administration, Recreation, Cultural, Special Events, Maintenance and Capital Improvements
- Supervision of all managers and their subordinates
- Responsible for all aspects and operations of operational divisions and the administrative division of the
department
- The development of the budget, maintenance and efficient operation of all facilities
- Preparation, management and reporting on all grants
- Provide leadership and direction in short and long-range planning, to include Departmental goals,
Divisional goals, Master Planning, staffing and capital requirements
- Establish Work Plans, Budget and staffing requirements on a yearly basis
- Make presentations to the Mayor and City Commission, City Manager, Budget Committee and Commission
Committees
- Coordination with CIP, Public Works, Planning Department and other city departments and vendors on
various construction and maintenance related issues and major projects, to include: planning meetings,
construction documents, vendor discussions and long-term city planning
- Substantial efficiency improvements of the Department by instilling a Private Sector mentality to effective
operations, budgets and staff relations
- Prepare Commission and Committee Agenda items
- Keep the organization operating at its highest level of efficiency given staffing, budget, facil ity and
residential constraints
- Acting as department liaison to the various Commission Committees
- Develop and justify budget proposals, monitor of division revenues and expenditures in accordance with
approved budget and recommending fees and charges for various services
- Analyzing current balances, projections, daily management of the budget, and preparation of future years
general fund and CIP funding requirements
- Daily and weekly facility inspections of physical plant, program, and staff
- Responsible for all CIP parks improvements
- Oversee the Cultural and Special Events Divisions to include management of theat er and special events
personnel
- Responsible for the build-out of numerous city facilities, playgrounds, repairs and replacements either as a
Parks and Recreation Capital Project, or, in partnership with the Public Works Department coordinating
with CIP, or Facilities
Julio Magrisso
1170 Stillwater Drive, Miami Beach, FL. 33141 | H: 305-864-8907 / C: 786-236-9277 | juliomagrisso@hotmail.com
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MIAMI BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA APRIL 2014- DEC. 2015
VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Responsible for the daily operations of the Chamber’s business, to include staff assignments, special events,
memberships and review of financial reporting, Reported to the President of the Chamber and the Board of
Directors. Supervised 7 membership, marketing and special events personnel.
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR DECEMBER 2002 – APRIL 2014
· Responsible for all aspects and operations of the Recreation Division and the Administration Division of the
Parks and Recreation Department
· In coordination with the Facility Managers – Responsible for planning, organizing and directing the
Recreation Division to include:
· The development, budget, maintenance and efficient operation of all City’s Recreation Facilities
· The planning, creation and implementation of diversified year-round and seasonal programs at all
facilities
· The hiring, development training, morale and well-being of year-round, part-time and a seasonal
staff of over 200 at peak periods
· Organize and develop staff assignments, to include reassignments to va rious sites and cross
training
· Review of neighboring cities and areas in order to evaluate and implement changes or create new
programs to meet the City’s recreational needs
· Hire, promote, train, and supervise the upper management of the Recreation and Administration Divisions
to include Facility Managers, Parks and Recreation Analyst, Media Specialist, Payroll Administ rator, and
administrative office staff
· Provided leadership and direction in short and long-range planning, to include Departmental goals,
Divisional goals, Master Planning, staffing and capital requirements
· Established Work Plans, Budget and staffing requirements on a yearly basis
· Make presentations to the Mayor and City Commission, City Manager, Budget Director, Commission
Committees, City Boards and Homeowner’s Associations
· Prepared Commission and Committee Agenda items for review and editing by the Department Director
· Created the Divisional Policies, Procedures, and Operational Guidelines, which had not been reviewed or
modified in 20 years prior. Continually review and modify as needed as new facilities, programs and
situations arise
· Created the current reporting worksheets and schedules used by the Golf Division for yearly and interim
period comparisons. Worked closely to create the Golf Budget base for all future budget years. Involved in
the negotiations and future contract format and fee formula. Presented same to Finance Committee
Julio Magrisso
1170 Stillwater Drive, Miami Beach, FL. 33141 | H: 305-864-8907 / C: 786-236-9277 | juliomagrisso@hotmail.com
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CITY OF MIAMI BEACH PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA (CONT.)
A FURTHER DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND PRIOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS INCLUDE:
· Supervision of the Media Division which is tasked with compiling and publishing magazines, flyers, press
releases, Letters to Commission, and many other printed materials to various sources for numerous
reasons
· Supervision of the Parks and Recreation Analyst which maintains the integrity of the divisional budget,
statistical information, analysis of detailed data to include use of specific recreation software, excel, word
and all City mandated software
· Union related issues, staff conflicts and employee matters. Have assured a smooth running operation by
keeping moral high and insubordination to the low levels by using effective Management skills
· Coordination with CIP, Public Works, Planning Department and other city departments and vendors on
various construction and maintenance related issues and major projects, to include: planning meetings,
construction documents, vendor discussions and long term city planning
· Supervision of staff assigned to programmed park facilities, playgrounds, tennis centers, youth center,
pools, and community centers
· Acting as department liaison to the Parks and Recreation Facilities Advisory Board, Sports Committee,
Tennis Advisory Committee and other committees as needed
· Writing and assisting in grant applications, coordinating the timely and prop er expenditure of grant funding
· Worked with the Facility Managers and external organizations to create a Nationally recognized Surf Camp
for Children with Autism
· Develop and justify budget proposals, monitor of division revenues and expenditures in accordance with
approved budget and recommending fees and charges for various services
· Fully responsible for the financial aspect of the Recreation Division and the Administration Division's
budget, to include analyzing current balances, projections, daily management of the budget, and
preparation of future years funding requirements
· Daily and weekly facility inspections of physical plant, program and staff
· Responsible for the build-out of numerous city facilities, playgrounds, repairs and replacements either as a
Parks and Recreation Capital Project, or, in partnership with the CIP Department, Property Management or
Public Works
PRESIDENT/OWNER | JAKEL PARTNERS, INC. DECEMBER 2000 – DECEMBER 2002
Management Consulting practice focusing on small to medium size companies. Assisted organizations
with their daily operations and analysis of potential organizational and managerial changes that improve
efficiency and profitability. In addition to providing management with useful recommendations and
solutions, we prepared financial reports including budgets, var iance analysis, inventory valuation and sales
summary reports
Julio Magrisso
1170 Stillwater Drive, Miami Beach, FL. 33141 | H: 305-864-8907 / C: 786-236-9277 | juliomagrisso@hotmail.com
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OWNER/PARTNER – CFO, VP OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION | INJECTION FOOTWEAR CORPORATION
JULY 1990 – DECEMBER 2000
· Responsible for Management, Administration, Legal, Accounting, Personnel, Risk Management and
Facilities Maintenance of this major $50 Million South Florida concern
· Responsibilities included management of the accounting and financial operations. Preparation of Financial
Statements, budgets, weekly and monthly managerial reports. Directed all facets of the accounting
department's changes and purchases of computer systems and upgrades. Interfaced directly with all
financial institutions, attorneys and auditors. Developed and executed the necessary internal controls to
properly safeguard company assets
· Instrumental in analyzing, communicating and completing the sale of the company's assets and liabilities to
a German corporation in December 1999
· Responsible for managing the company's budget. Duties included outlining and directing all department
heads with their individual budgets. Accountable for maintaining budget an d explaining negative variances
· Oversaw all management, administrative and operations of a 150,000 square foot facility and its personnel
of over 900 employees during peak production periods to as low as 400 employees during slower periods.
Duties included making final decisions on hiring, firing, company slowdowns, pay scales and pay raises for
all factory, clerical and professional personnel. All supervisors and department heads reported directly to
me on matters pertaining to personnel
· Spearheaded the conversion of the company from conventional insurance to a State of Florida approved
Self-Insured as it relates to Workers Compensation. Created safety procedures, manuals and inspections
in order to prevent accidents. Reduced the accident rate in the manufacturing process by 90 % and saved
the company over 1.5 Million dollars in a short seven-year span. Corresponded with Attorneys and
insurance companies on all related matters. Responsible for negotiating favorable insurance premiums and
coverage as well as mediations on individual claims
· Took on the task of maintaining the integrity and aesthetics of the offices and the manufacturing facility.
Organized all new construction projects and negotiated directly with contractors and county officials. Also
responsible for monitoring the environmental impact of all chemicals and interfacing directly with
governmental agencies on these issues
CFO/CEO | J.D. GRAMM INCOME TAX CORPORATION JANUARY 1988 - 1990
· Responsible for managing 13 Accounting and Income Tax offices in three States. Increased the number of
office locations from 11 to 13 while adding more yearly accounting services. Responsibilities included:
· The management of all accounting, individual offices, purchasing and personnel. Negotiated all
office leases and determined locations for new and existing offices. Tested, hired and trained all
employees
· Solicited, negotiated and consummated the sale of J.D. Gramm Income Tax Corporation to a third
party that subsequently sold it to H&R Block
CONTROLLER | RAMSAY HMO, INC. JANUARY 1988 – DECEMBER 1988
Responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day functions of the accounting staff. Duties included budget
presentations to upper management. Additionally responsible for cash management and cal culations of
future liabilities.
Julio Magrisso
1170 Stillwater Drive, Miami Beach, FL. 33141 | H: 305-864-8907 / C: 786-236-9277 | juliomagrisso@hotmail.com
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ASSISTANT CONTROLLER | BOP, INC., BERKLEY MORTGAGE CORPORATION 1985 - 1987
Responsible for operation and management of the accounting and financial business cycle of 4 companies
under 1 parent entity of this Real Estate Developer, Hotel Operator and Mortgage Company. Duties
included all accounting functions and reporting and documenting all Financial Statements. Prepared all
Income Taxes for all entities. Coordinated and functioned as a liaison between the buyers, attorneys and
the mortgage company for all Real Estate closings.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT | RISSMAN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY 1983 – 1984
STAFF ACCOUNTANT | KARPEL AND CO.’S CPA’S JUNE 1982 – DECEMBER 1982
Responsible for the preparation of budgets for all development projects. Compared budgets to actual results
and analyzed variances. Interfaced with prospective unit buyers explaining all mortgage rates and available
programs. Performed financial audits of profit and non-profit corporations. Duties included the preparation of
Financial Statements, Payroll and Federal Tax Returns.
EDUCATION
BS IN ACCOUNTING- UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA JUNE 1982
AFFILIATIONS, CHARITIES AND SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
➢ Award- 12 Good Men, Ronald McDonald House of Charities
➢ Award- Outstanding Community Service Award, 2012 by UM-NSU Card with Miami Beach Parks
and Recreation Department
➢ Board of Directors | Chairman of the Finance Committee | After School All Stars
➢ Former Vice Chair | City Manager’s Blue Ribbon Committee | City of Miami Beach
➢ Former Vice President | Biscayne Point Homeowners Association
➢ Former assistant baseball coach | Miami Beach Senior High School
➢ Former little league baseball coach for 11 years | City of Miami Beach
➢ Former Co-Chairman | Youth Center Advisory Board | City of Miami Beach
➢ Former Vice Chair | Parks & Recreation Advisory Board | City of Miami Beach
➢ Treasurer | Warren Stamm campaign for commissioner | City of Miami Beach
➢ Former member | Florida Association of Self-Insured
➢ Speaker | University of Florida | School of Accounting
➢ Speaker | Dade County – Enterprise Zone Programs and benefits
➢ Teacher for GED night schools | Sunset High School, Miami
➢ Former Board Member | Sunset Condor Association
References: Available upon Request