Charles McInnis
Old Town,ME
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in regulatory compliance, nonprofit leadership, and grant management, complemented by expertise in employment law and disabilities compliance. Proven track record of enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency through effective problem-solving and strategic policy development. Recognized for fostering a positive workplace culture that boosts staff morale and productivity. Committed to driving impactful initiatives that align with organizational goals and uphold compliance standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grants Manager
City of Bangor, Maine
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Administration and oversight of ARPA/federal funding. Grant Management. Expertise and guidance to agencies and staff related to grants Ensures compliance efforts are met and satisfy all laws and policies related to procurement as appropriate.
Accountant
LifeFlight of Maine
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Daily accounting procedures for LifeFlight of Maine
POLICE SERVICES MANAGER
University of Maine
03.2003 - 12.2023
- Charged with supervision of police communications employees, member of the Bias Response Team and Diversity Leadership. Successfully secured numerous grant awards through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security resulting in significant upgrades in infrastructures and equipment improvements. Clery Act compliance officer (Federal Mandate) for the Orono Campus, Machias Campus, Hutchinson center in Belfast, and Darling Marine Center in Walpole, advisor for the University of Southern Maine regarding Clery compliance reporting. Prepared monthly crime reports for the U.S. Department of Education and produce FBI Uniform Crime Reporting submissions. Responsible for hiring processes for communications personnel, coordinating training opportunities, maintaining FCC regulatory compliance and US Department of Education statistical compliance for crimes.
Education
FEMA Emergency Management Institute - ICS Courses completed
Graduate Certificate - Public / Nonprofit Management
University of Southern Maine
12-2022
Graduate Certificate - Employment Law
Cornell University
03-2021
Graduate Certificate - Disability Studies
University of Maine
08-2020
Professional Certification Program - Americans With Disabilities Act Coordinator
University of Missouri - Columbia, MO School of Health Professions Disability Studies and Policy Center
Columbia, MO08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
University of Maine At Augusta
Augusta, ME05-2011
Associate of Science - Legal Technology
University of Maine
Orono, ME05-1993
Skills
- Certified Pool Operator - Maine
- Certified in Large Venue Management
- Red Cross certifications - Adult, infant, child CPR, AED, First aid, Lifeguard Manager, Water Safety
- USA Swimming - Level One coaching
- US Safesport certification
- Mediation / Arbitration – ADR Mediator
- Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator
Accomplishments
- Secured grant awards totaling more than $1 Million for City of Bangor.
- Served as advisor to 7 branches of State Universities regarding federal compliance standards for Clery reporting legislation requirements
- Collaborated with Department of Homeland Security in the development of University of Maine Emergency Alert System.
- Upgraded Communications Infrastructure with successful grant applications.
- BS Summa Cum Laude – University of Maine
Certification
Certified Pool Operator - State of Maine (completion June 24, 2026)
American Red Cross - Adult, Infant, Child CPR, First Aid, AED, Lifeguard Management, Water Safety
USA Swimming - Level One Coaching
U.S. Safesport
ADA Coordination
Clery Compliance
Grant Management
Communications Supervision
LEADERSHIP
20 Years leading police personnel in areas of compliance standards, grant management, report writing, Clery reporting standards / Supervision of employees, Spearheaded grant administration efforts for local nonprofits and City of Bangor, and University of Maine.
Timeline
Grants Manager
City of Bangor, Maine
03.2024 - 01.2026
Accountant
LifeFlight of Maine
01.2024 - 03.2024
POLICE SERVICES MANAGER
University of Maine
03.2003 - 12.2023
Graduate Certificate - Public / Nonprofit Management
University of Southern Maine
Graduate Certificate - Employment Law
Cornell University
Graduate Certificate - Disability Studies
University of Maine
Professional Certification Program - Americans With Disabilities Act Coordinator
University of Missouri - Columbia, MO School of Health Professions Disability Studies and Policy Center
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
University of Maine At Augusta
Associate of Science - Legal Technology
University of Maine