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Education
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Certification
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Austin Stark

Austin Stark

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

Results-driven outreach professional skilled in developing and executing effective engagement strategies. Proven ability to foster team collaboration and adapt to changing needs while achieving organizational goals. Strong communication, relationship-building, and project management skills, coupled with keen focus on delivering impactful results. Known for reliability and flexible approach to challenges.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2

Certifications

Work History

Senior Director of Outreach and VISTA

Red River Community Corps
08.2022 - Current
  • Complete the onboarding, enrollment and exit of over 50 program members yearly.
  • Provide ongoing support to 216 sites and members through guidance and technical assistance
  • Ensure program deadlines are met and program requirement are clearly communicated
  • Develop member and host site performance measurement reporting tools(AmericaLearns, HubSpot, eGrants)
  • Comply with quality assurance monitoring for federal program compliance with legal grant requirements
  • Optimized project timelines by effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing workload among team members.
  • Cultivated a culture of innovation by promoting creative thinking and encouraging employees to take calculated risks in pursuit of solutions.

Housing Administrator

Weidner Apartment Homes
05.2018 - 06.2022
  • Developed and implemented policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks for efficient management of the housing facility.
  • Handled conflict resolution among tenants proactively, mediating disputes as necessary to maintain harmony within the community environment.
  • Organized community events that encouraged resident engagement while promoting a sense of belonging within the housing complex.
  • Managed over 250 contract renewals for existing tenants, simplifying logistics during peak leasing periods while reducing vacancies between terms.
  • Trained new staff members on protocols related to housing administration tasks, resulting in consistent service delivery across the board.

Director of Operations

Wesley Foundation
10.2013 - 07.2018
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Devised, directed, and managed volunteer events through the UCO Wesley
  • Created and presented funding directives to the University of Central Oklahoma
  • Collaborated with local non-profit organizations to devise and lay out on-campus volunteer projects.
  • Partnered with UCO students and NPOs to create and lead the next generation of non-profit leaders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
12-2022

Skills

  • Collaborative leadership
  • Culture transformation
  • Team management
  • Policy development
  • Team building and motivation
  • Organizational development
  • Data analytics
  • Stakeholder relations
  • Administrative oversight
  • Human resources management

Certification

Certified Individual Assistance Specialist

Certified Community Relations Specialist

Timeline

Senior Director of Outreach and VISTA

Red River Community Corps
08.2022 - Current

Housing Administrator

Weidner Apartment Homes
05.2018 - 06.2022

Director of Operations

Wesley Foundation
10.2013 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

University of Central Oklahoma