Caroline Ratkus, CTRS, CPRP, currently serves as the Parks and Grounds Administrator for the City of Sanford, NC, since September 2024. Previously, Caroline held the position of Interim Senior Recreation Supervisor for Aquatics and Assistant Recreation Supervisor for Aquatics with the Town of Chapel Hill, NC, from October 2022 to September 2024. Additional experience includes serving as Facility Operations Supervisor at Christiansburg Aquatic Center and Aquatics Director at Botetourt Family YMCA. Earlier roles include Aquatics Manager, Facility Manager, and Lifeguard at East Carolina University and an internship at HORSEPOWER Therapeutic Learning Center. Caroline began a Master's degree in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management at Clemson University in January 2022, following a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from East Carolina University in 2020.
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City of Sanford, NC
Sanford, located in Lee County in the Central Carolina region, offers residents and visitors a unique blend of small town charm and big city amenities. Sanford boasts an active, energized, and revitalized downtown with custom boutiques and cafes, as well as plenty of community events and festivals to keep you busy -- but it’s easy to find peace and quiet, too. With day spas, golf courses, and lush natural resources, you’re never more than 10 minutes away from relaxation. In keeping with our residents' desires, the City of Sanford aims to provide excellent and efficient services that showcase our city's assets. Our employees are passionate and knowledgeable about their jobs, take pride in the work they perform, and are key components to a positive and healthy organization. Whether visiting Sanford to tour our public art, shopping, dining, or recreation destinations or looking for a place to put down roots and become part of a thriving community, our city welcomes you!