Executive Director Resume Example

Administrator for a non-profit arts and cultural organization in Kodiak, Alaska. Actively pursued funding sources both private and governmental. Continuous interaction with community, local, state and federal agencies for arts education and cultural programming for a remote island community to promote organizations goals through public forums, advertisement, marketing, use of media, brochures, and various online media outlets. Aggressively realigned the organizations strategic plan with current and near future goals. Directly responsible for the grant applications process from creation to reporting. I managed grants from state and local sources, and as the sole administrator for the Kodiak Arts Council, I was required to understand all provisions of all the grants. Promulgated and administered annual art grants for community members. Effectively realized a 20 percent increase in patrons through use of underutilized web and social network programs. Adapted a more ecological friendly system to disseminate newsletters, mass mailings and special event notifications. Applied strategic plan dimensions to annual budget with a 28 percent increase in operating funds. Budgeted, contracted and presented productions throughout the year, both professional and amateur performers. Directed over 200 volunteers for various performances and events. Contracted and presented master classes for all age groups in dance and music. Continually added collaborative arts education events with local cultural organizations throughout the year. Reached out to under served populations in the community through video teleconferencing with outlying villages for workshops. Sought out and received additional funds to subsidize performance tickets for under served students in the community. Collaborated with local museums (Alutiiq, Baranov) and public entities (U.S. Fish &Wildlife Refuge) to plan art exhibitions, promote collections, and enhance preservation of exhibits.

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD May 1985 to September 2009 Chief Warrant Officer Four (BOSN) Operations Officer of 7th Crew, USCG PATFORSWA (Patrol Forces Southwest Asia) detailed with directing Forward Operating Base personnel in Kuwait during Operation Iraqi Freedom for CTF 55.6 and CTF 150 assets (2005 - 2006). Deck Watch officer for multiple Patrol Boats in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (2005 - 2006). Liaison Officer for CTF 55.6 to Oman, Yemen, UAE, Kuwait, and Djibouti detailed with planning, and executing training events for at sea enforcement; planned and directed Personal Protective Services for US and foreign senior officials INCONUS (2002 - 2005) and while attached to CTF 55.6 (Operation Iraqi Freedom 2005 - 2006). Directed emergency management efforts for military base, which included civilian populace (2002 - 2005). Law Enforcement Officer for drug interdiction, alien migration interdiction, maritime law enforcement, domestic and international fisheries enforcement, counterterrorism and antiterrorism (1985 - 2009). Security Officer/Chief of Police for Coast Guards largest base (2002 - 2005): Initiated background investigations for base personnel; provided follow up and reporting of derogatory information to the Coast Guard Intelligence Center; Led full police force assigned to provide security, safety, and enforce federal and state laws; Liaison with local, and federal law enforcement agencies; led and/or oversaw investigations for criminal and civil cases. Administration/Leadership Managed administrative offices as Executive Petty Officer (1989 -1990), Command Enlisted Advisor (1997-1999), Officer In Charge of Forward Operating Base Kuwait (2005 - 2006). Managed daily routine for all aspects of administrative support to personnel assigned to my units. Administrative matters included but not limited to, travel coordination, performance reviews, daily event and job schedule management, training administration, work site coordination with other units/groups, and other duties as assigned by higher authority. Developed and implemented tracking system for qualifications/certifications for operational units of all positions in the unit to meet mission requirements (1999 - 2002, 2006 -2007, 2007 - 2009). Trained personnel of various units on human resource requirements such as sexual harassment, diversity, workplace environment, and work life issues (1994 - 1999, 2002 - 2006, 2007 - 2009). Administered preventive maintenance program for shipboard, small craft (21 to 55 foot), and ATV systems including cranes, winches, pulley systems, fire control systems, minor machinery (compressors, generators, etc.) (1986 - 1999, 2002 - 2009). Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) (1989-1990, 1993-1994, 1995-1996, 1999-2002, 2007-2008) for various projects throughout my military career which included large Cutter renovations, small vessel acceptance, and small vessel renovations/alterations. COTR for various contractors and subcontractors for recurring shipboard maintenance programs (flight deck renewal, interior renovations, systems renovations/repairs, etc.). Worked with Area Command staff to develop contract RFP's for various shipboard projects including flight deck renewal, interior renovations, systems renovations/repairs, small craft purchases, and large maintenance equipment purchases. Communications Strong communications, public speaking, and senior-level presentation experience (Instructor 1977 - 1979, senior instructor 1996 - 1999, Security Officer 2002 - 2005, Liaison Officer 2005 -2006). Extensive senior-level presentations to foreign military and officials (1996 - 1999, 2002 - 2005, 2005 -2007).