executive director pastor resume example with 12+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Successful nonprofit Executive Director with over thirteen years of demonstrated ability in delivering mission-critical results. Offering outstanding communication and cross-culture team management skills. Entrepreneurial attitude for optimal profitability. Ambitious team leader adept at creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders and effectively aligning with and supporting key business initiatives.
High-performing executive with extensive years of senior leadership experience. In-depth knowledge of business operations at all levels. Demonstrated proficiency in staffing, training and development, budgeting and program management.
Dedicated nonprofit executive professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Skills
Board Oversight
Leadership and People Development
Change and Growth Management
Executive Leadership
Employee Motivation and Performance
Integrity and Transparency
Strategic Planning
Event Planning/Management (10+ years experience)
Teen/College Ministry/Small Groups
Fundraising Campaigns
Building Trust with Clients
Business Management and Development
Budgeting and Financial Management
Grant Applications
Establishing Relationships With Other Local Nonprofits
Community Service Programming
Virtual Meetings Setup and Preparation (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc)
Canva Proficient
Microsoft Suite Proficient
Work History
Career Coach, 10/2022 to Current The Salvation Army – City, STATE,
Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education and employment history.
Attended job fairs and visited classrooms to provide wide range of information to prospective job seekers.
Kept detailed records of individual histories, scores and documents.
Mentored junior staff on compliance, procedural and performance strategies.
Administered drug, aptitude and personality assessments.
Maintained modern and technologically-savvy direction for operations.
Worked with job seekers to determine job targets based on skills and personality.
Helped determine possible vocations and build application documents.
Established and oversaw clear guidelines about procedures and success metrics.
Instructed individuals in career development, job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Provided alcohol and drug prevention programs and classes to teach students to handle conflicts without resorting to violence.
Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Reviewed transcripts to verify students met graduation or college entrance requirements and wrote letters of recommendation.
Counseled students regarding course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Executive Director & Pastor, 06/2021 to 09/2022 The Salvation Army – City, STATE,
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating or remodeling existing sanctuary, multipurpose facility and restroom facilities and classrooms.
Partnered with city officials, non-profit resource organizations, civic groups and members of public for outreach to at-risk children.
Researched relative biblical material extensively before writing biblically sound sermons.
Implemented stories and anecdotes into sermons to make it more captivating.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm while presenting God's Word.
Exec. Dir./ Mentor Leadership Program Coordinator, 06/2017 to 06/2021 The Salvation Army – City, STATE,
Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for clients of the program dealing with difficult issues.
Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect or threats identified.
Planned, developed and implemented strategies to convey information with key decision makers.
Supported individuals with substance abuse issues to help develop communication, social and daily living skills.
Applied superior negotiation, communication and conflict management skills to facilitate effective discussions.
Met with group of up to 150+ individuals to oversee Christian based group therapy and recreational outing activities.
Analyzed substance abuse issues with careful approach in order to form definitive opinions.
Planned recreational outings, life skills classes and past trauma overcoming activities to promote improvements in function and integration.
Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable clients to gain maximum benefit from daily sessions.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Operated computer to enter and update client records.
Provided assistance to faculty and staff by teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and issuing transcripts.
Developed and implemented updating training programs for 14+ employees.
Located materials and online resources by demonstrating use of equipment and software for clients who would be integrating onto the job scene.
Developed bulletin boards and displays and used other marketing skills to promote the substance abuse programming as well as the mentoring programs and materials.
Executive Director/Community Program Coordinator, 06/2015 to 06/2017 The Salvation Army – City, STATE,
Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
Referred families to shelters, legal resources and educational programs.
Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.
Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
Worked with senior case managers to coordinate team development activities and trainings.
Developed and implemented variety of innovative policies and strategies to promote client self-sufficiency.
Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for client needs and resolved roadblocks.
Assisted the accounting team with researching grants and grant writing tasks.
Developed monthly schedules and assignments for volunteer staff.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Offered friendly and efficient service to clients, handled challenging situations with ease.
Worship & College Ministry Pastor, 09/2007 to 05/2013 Company Name – City, State,
Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
Set up Media Shout presentations with lyrics for congregation.
Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/2021 to Saint Catherine High School - Spanishtown, Jamaica, GPA:
Associate of Arts: Christian Ministry/Nonprofit Business Admin., Expected in 05/2015 to Evangeline Booth College - Atlanta, Georgia, GPA:
Bachelor of Arts: Christian Ministry/Counseling , Expected in 05/2022 to Trevecca Nazarene University - Nashville, TN GPA:
Affiliations
Rotary International
Chamber of Commerce
Minister Fraternal
Success Coach with H.I.M. program
Meals On Wheels
Certifications
LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (December 2023)
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