Carlos Ortiz-Lugo
Trainer, Teacher, Adjunct Faculty
Chicago,IL
Summary
Innovative Adjunct Faculty bringing proven success in implementing technology-based curriculum delivery and assessment tools. Passionate about fostering academic development and success for every student.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Pastor
Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
12.2016 - Current
- Provide spiritual leadership to the diverse congregation, by planning and delivering sermons, administering sacraments, as well as supplementary services that result in parishioners developing a deeper connection with their faith
- Establish, manage, and lead various worship services / church programming such as bible study and counseling, that engage with individuals of all ages
- For all activities, identify relevant topics, research the subject matter from sources such as the bible and scholar / theologian commentaries, organize clear concepts and points of discussion, and communicate with members of the church and guests
- Developed and implemented plans to achieve goals that align with the ministry plan
- Build and strengthened connections with the public and organizations via spearheading outreach programs
- Served as a church representative at monthly gathering
- Integrated multiple technologies allowing parishioners and the public to view worship services remotely
- Created a new webpage and uploaded recorded worship services for the public to view
- Participate in district events to increase parishioners’ opportunity to engage with others.
Tax Accountant
Ortiz Accounting Service
01.2000 - Current
- Owned and operated a tax preparation/accounting business for over twenty years while serving hundreds of clients performing a variety of tasks
- Maintain and foster strong client relationships regarding tax consulting
- Prepared income tax returns for individuals and businesses
- Reviewed financial records and documents along with consulting tax laws for accuracy
- Completed financial activities to include P&L statements and management reports
- Performed bookkeeping functions and develop financial reports in QuickBooks
- Prepared monthly sales tax returns along with payroll reports
- On-going development of knowledge in all tax areas and legislation.
Patrolman / Field Training Officer
Chicago Police Department
01.1990 - 01.2020
- Within assigned areas, enforced laws that promoted safety and security among the community
- Carried out actions that identified, investigated, reduced, and stopped criminal activities
- Spearheaded new officer training with best practices being exhibited, knowledge provided, and practical tools being delivered that furthered officer development
- Through the reinforcement of police force guidelines and unwavering leadership, officers on duty performed all responsibilities to best of their ability
- Offered teachings and motivation needed for personnel to continuously improve performance
- Served as subject matter expert and rendered opinions in court testimony
- Taught classes to probationary police officers and reviewed their daily performances
- Conducted the assessment of communities and members of the public, developed and executed plans that minimized crime
- Supervised and managed officers during the mandatory 18-month probation period
- Composed thorough evaluations on each probationary police officer upon completion of midnight shift trainings.
Pastor
Iglesia Luterana San José
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Directed operations for all ministries in addition to having Delivered sermons and offered counseling that enhanced parishioners connections with their faith, while having provide guidance in various aspect of their lives
- Secured a ministry partnership with the Resurrection Lutheran Church which included continuously reinforcing relationships with influential RLC community leaders, as well as those throughout the Franklin Park area
- Served on the Latino Ministry Strategy team in the Synod, introduced beneficial policies and procedures.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (ABD) -
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL08.2024
Master in Divinity - undefined
Lutheran School of Theology
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science in Organizational Management - undefined
North Park University
Chicago, ILSkills
Staff Leadership
Crisis Intervention
Community Service
Active Listening
Interpersonal Communication
Organizational Skills
Web Design
Spiritual instruction
Pastoral counseling
Project Oversight
Adept at understanding objectives and executing strategies that result in goal attainment and continuous growth.
Relationship Management
Well-versed in creating immediate and long-term connections with diverse populations, with rapport leading to strengthened community bonds.
Process Improvement
Proven ability to analyze operations, implementing changes that improve productivity and enhance the quality of service delivered.
Additional Key Skills
Program Development, Lesson Planning, Technology Integration, Communication, Cross-functional Leadership, Team Building, and Change Management.
Qualifications Summary
Versatile and devout professional with extensive experience educating individuals, students, and peers, while leading programming that strengthens a person’s or group’s understanding of various subject matter.
Volunteer Experience
Associate Pastor, Iglesia Luterana de la Trinidad (Volunteer), Chicago, IL, 2013, 2015
Timeline
Pastor
Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
12.2016 - Current
Pastor
Iglesia Luterana San José
01.2007 - 01.2013
Tax Accountant
Ortiz Accounting Service
01.2000 - Current
Patrolman / Field Training Officer
Chicago Police Department
01.1990 - 01.2020
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (ABD) -
Concordia University Chicago
Master in Divinity - undefined
Lutheran School of Theology
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management - undefined
North Park University