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Brittany Costa

742 Sun Lake Road, Lake Villa ,IL

Summary

With a proven track record at North Chicago Community Partners, I excel in project management and communication, driving volunteer engagement and program success. My leadership fosters strong community partnerships, enhancing program efficiency by over 30%. Expert in networking and team management, I transform challenges into impactful opportunities.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager of Volunteer Recruitment

North Chicago Community Partners
04.2018 - Current

· Lead creation and execution of volunteer outreach and engagement plan that is aligned with the organization’s mission and goals

· Proactively manage recruitment, administration, engagement and stewardship of individual volunteers to support NCCP programs, projects and events

· Develop and implement an orientation and training protocol for new volunteers to ensure volunteers understand the work of NCCP, broader community context, goals and operation of assigned program, project, and event, and role and responsibilities of their specific assignment

· Work with broader NCCP team to strengthen relationships with current volunteer partners and to cultivate relationships with prospective volunteer partners

· Oversee volunteer stewardship and communications

o Work with Outreach and Engagement Team to develop related materials that are brand-aligned

o Maintain library of volunteer-related collateral that is current and in compliance with mandated requirements

· Ensure volunteer data in all stages of the volunteer engagement process is accurate and complete

· Gather and analyze event data and feedback from volunteers and partners

· Actively audit and analyze volunteer data to maximize impact and engagement

· Recruit, train, and actively manage Associate of Volunteer Engagement

· Train and coach the broader NCCP team on volunteer-related activities

· Maintain inventory of supplies for volunteer engagement and hospitality

· Actively support volunteer engagement events with the goal of generating ongoing participation

Resource Coordinator

North Chicago Community Partners
02.2016 - 04.2018
  • Oversee and manage general community school initiatives within the district.
  • Help identity and prioritize needs with the school community
  • faciliate implement of care initiatives for studetns, families and school staff
  • faciliate implementation of non projects and events (distirct and partner initated)
  • Actively develop and maintain, partnerships and relationships with a diverse group of stakeholder and organizations including principal, school staff, teacher, parents, community school partners, volunteer and other community-base organizaitons.
  • Collect, store, and analyze data
  • Work with progrma and outreach leadership teams to recruit, greet, orient, train, deploy observe and or steward programmatic partners, and individual volunteers
  • Plan and implement family engagemnt events, district events, and strategic events
  • Attend and participate in principal, school staff, and grade level, PTO, and quarterly partner meeting as directed.
  • Support in-school, after hour and extended day community school activities as needed
  • Develop and lead trainings as needed


Program Manager

North Chicago Community Partners
02.2012 - 02.2015
  • Actively lead and manage team of program staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards of team and program operations
  • Oversee daily operations and ensure that programs run efficiently and effectively
  • Collect and maintain accurate program documentation, including data and reports
  • Monitor and evaluate program performance and effectiveness to meet target metrics
  • Proactively identify and resolve and/or escalate team or program issues
  • Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including community members, school personnel, volunteers, partners, etc.
  • Ensure safety, security, and stated expectations of participants, employees, and volunteers are always maintained
  • Support all in-school, after hours, and extended day community school activities as needed
  • Lead and participate in professional development trainings

Program Associate

North Chicago Community Partners
02.2010 - 02.2012
  • Implement in-school and after-school programs, projects, and events
  • Tutor and/or mentor students
  • Facilitate enrichment activities using effective instructional techniques
  • Create and maintain safe, respectful and encouraging learning environments
  • Ensure appropriate materials and supplies are available for all programs
  • Actively participate in daily team debriefs
  • Thoughtfully complete feedback and observation notes
  • Assist in collecting, checking, recording and analyzing related data, as directed
  • Greet, steward and purposefully deploy volunteers and partners
  • Engage professionally with teachers and families
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of company spaces and school-based learning environments
  • Work with senior leaders to coordinate and/or manage programs, projects and events, as directed
  • Provide administrative support for NCCP in-school and after school programs, projects and events
  • Support all in-school, after hours and extended day community school activities as needed

Gymnastics Coach

Buffalo Grove Gymnastics Center
01.2004 - 08.2008
  • Ensured safety of all participants through strict adherence to gym rules, equipment maintenance, and proper spotting techniques.
  • Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
  • Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
  • Instructed individual and group classes to customize needs and emphasize proper technique and safety.
  • Cultivated a positive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, camaraderie, and mutual respect among athletes.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve technique and performance.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open lines of communication regarding athlete development both in and out of the gym setting.
  • Developed and implemented new drills and activities to increase student engagement and growth.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waukegan High School
Waukegan, IL
05-2008

Skills

  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary for conveying the organization’s mission, engaging with the community, and advocating for causes This also includes public speaking and media relations
  • Project Management: The ability to plan, execute, and evaluate projects efficiently is vital This involves setting objectives, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery of programs and services
  • Networking and Relationship Building: Establishing and maintaining relationships with donors, volunteers, community partners, and other stakeholders is essential for collaboration and support
  • Cultural Competence: Being aware of and sensitive to diverse cultures and perspectives enhances the ability to serve various populations and fosters inclusivity within the organization
  • Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills are necessary to inspire and guide teams, manage volunteers, and foster a collaborative work environment
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Nonprofit professionals often face unique challenges that require innovative thinking and effective problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and Resilience: The nonprofit sector can be unpredictable, so being adaptable and resilient in the face of challenges is essential for sustained progress

Timeline

Senior Manager of Volunteer Recruitment

North Chicago Community Partners
04.2018 - Current

Resource Coordinator

North Chicago Community Partners
02.2016 - 04.2018

Program Manager

North Chicago Community Partners
02.2012 - 02.2015

Program Associate

North Chicago Community Partners
02.2010 - 02.2012

Gymnastics Coach

Buffalo Grove Gymnastics Center
01.2004 - 08.2008

High School Diploma -

Waukegan High School
Brittany Costa