Amanda Black
Austin,TX
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice PresidentCommunity Engagement/Hospitality
Volunteer Work
09.2015 - 05.2026
- Created space for community to support staff and students
- Organized monthly staff appreciation events that were within budget or relied on obtaining volunteer donations
- Oversaw other volunteers in their roles of fundraising and engaging the community
Vice President
Hurricane's Swim Club
04.2020 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Connected families and community into organized events
- Oversaw organization of swimmer and coach safety
- Coordinated with other leadership to maintain a healthy budget
- Organized many activities for 200 (plus) families with children aging from age 4-14.
Camp Director
Volunteer Work
06.2005 - 07.2013
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Hired, disciplined and managed camp staff members.
- Trained staff in proper implementation of program systems, familiarizing with camp traditions and verifying basic knowledge of activities.
- Trained and mentored new camp counselors in operations practices and camper-focused activities.
- Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
- Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
- Supervised camper and team safety by issuing clear directives for ideal behaviors and required monitoring strategies.
- Offered campers compassionate support for personal and social issues, helping each develop positive skills for dealing with interpersonal conflicts.
- Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
- Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
Director of Ministries
Texas Methodist Foundation
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Worked with supervisor to place United Methodist Clergy across the state of Texas into leadership learning cohorts.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Director of Youth Ministries
Saint James United Methodist Church
01.2006 - 08.2007
- Taught and counseled youth ages 11 to 18.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
Education
Masters of Divinity - Divinity
Emory University
Atlanta05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Religious Studies
Southern Methodist University
Dallas05-2002
Skills
- Efficient time management
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Fundraising
- Time management abilities
- Professionalism
- Crisis Management
- Reliability
Timeline
Vice President
Hurricane's Swim Club
04.2020 - 07.2025
Vice PresidentCommunity Engagement/Hospitality
Volunteer Work
09.2015 - 05.2026
Director of Ministries
Texas Methodist Foundation
08.2008 - 12.2010
Director of Youth Ministries
Saint James United Methodist Church
01.2006 - 08.2007
Camp Director
Volunteer Work
06.2005 - 07.2013
Masters of Divinity - Divinity
Emory University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Religious Studies
Southern Methodist University
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