Christopher Williams
Galesburg,IL
Summary
Experience working and collaborating with diverse backgrounds, and perspectives, with substantial success. Proven success increasing the achievement levels of under-served students. Experienced professional with extensive knowledge of projects, budgets, facilities and human resource management. Can foster strong rapport with clients and vendors, establishing trusting relationships with professionals of all levels in high-stress environments. Adapts easily to new technologies and procedures, implementing programs that increases team productivity and exceeds expectations. Technologically oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps with an interested in developing technologies and utilizing them to support any platform. Goal-oriented individual dedicated to strengthening administrative operations to streamline costs and enhance procedures. Cultivate long-lasting relationships with students and staff to strengthen program success. Motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities. Perceptive educator with solid record of accomplishment in attaining and surpassing targets during twenty-five-year career. Stay on top of trends in education to maintain modern, efficient systems meeting needs of diverse students. Solid relationship-builder with decisive approach to solving operational problems.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Upward Bound Project
Carl Sandburg College
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Liaised with affiliated institutions, instructors and national organizations affecting program operations.
- Coordinated brochures, flyers, handbooks and other educational materials.
- Coordinated recruitment of volunteers, instructors and speakers for summer program and monthly College Saturday
- Offered information, support and problem-solving on wide range of issues for leaders, faculty, staff and learners.
- Advertised and recruited all Upward Bound staff; organized and directed orientation and ongoing training for Upward Bound personnel.
- Developed yearly Upward Bound budget for program continuation; processed, monitored, and approved all budget expenditures.
- Administer the Upward Bound Program, including managing yearly budget of $324,979.
- Direct and supervised the day-to-day administration of the Upward Bound program.
- Provided direct services to 67 Upward Bound participants
Associate Dean Lake Land- Correctional Programs
Lake Land College
07.2015 - 09.2021
- Extensive experience supervising multiple college academic programs
- Comprehensive knowledge of college vocational programs and services
- Thorough knowledge in developing and implementing instructional curriculum
- Ability to design appropriate financial plans and manage resources accordingly
- Ability to prepare and manage facility budget
- Proficient in design and implement of short and long-term strategies
- Prepares materials and lessons to facilitate curriculum
- Provides relevant assignments for students demonstrating positive outcomes.
Restaurant Manager-Waffle House, Steak-N-Shake
Applebee
09.2009 - 07.2015
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Consistently managed approximately 40 or more employees to keep the store constantly staffed and meeting customer needs.
Residence Hall Director-Residential Living
Georgia State University
06.2007 - 08.2009
- Planned, developed, evaluated educational and social programs for facilities
- Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated 33 staff members
- Managed budgets in excess of $100,000 for multiple facilities
- Counseled staff and students with academic and personal needs while providing referrals
- Maintained effective communication with facilities staff to ensure the safety of residents
- Planned and utilized programming model to facilitate individual and community growth.
Education
M.S. - Training & Development and Project Management
Illinois State University
Normal12.2004
B.S. - Technology-Industrial Computer Systems Sequence
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2002
Skills
- Admissions Oversight
- Student Registration
- Budget Control
- Planning and Coordination
- Personnel Management
- Database Administration
- Student Assessment
- Education Model Development
Certification
- True Colors Inc.- Certified True Colors Basic Awareness Facilitator
- True Colors Careers/Your inner Hero by Carolyn Kalil
- Jobs for Life Career Certification-Jobs for Life INC.
References
Marilyn Tyus, 734-660-6135, drmarilynt@gmail.com
Anthony H. Law III, 309-341-5439, alaw@sandburg.edu
Bryan Smith, Corporate Functions Recruiter 513-493-5922, bryan.smith4@usbank.com
Garry Scott, 1421 Woodbridge road, 2F, Joliet, Illinois, 60436, 765-426-0053, garryrscott@yahoo.com
Training & Certifications
TRUMotivate Certified Career Specialist 2023
True Colors Certified Facilitator 2006
True Colors Elite Facilitator 2023
True Colors Conflict Navigation 2022
True Colors Communication 2023
True Colors Teaching & Learning Styles 2023
True Colors Team Building 2022
Certified Fish Philosophy Trainer 2022
Certified DISC Trainer 2023
Timeline
Director of Upward Bound Project
Carl Sandburg College
09.2021 - 11.2023
Associate Dean Lake Land- Correctional Programs
Lake Land College
07.2015 - 09.2021
Restaurant Manager-Waffle House, Steak-N-Shake
Applebee
09.2009 - 07.2015
Residence Hall Director-Residential Living
Georgia State University
06.2007 - 08.2009
M.S. - Training & Development and Project Management
Illinois State University
B.S. - Technology-Industrial Computer Systems Sequence
Illinois State University
- True Colors Inc.- Certified True Colors Basic Awareness Facilitator
- True Colors Careers/Your inner Hero by Carolyn Kalil
- Jobs for Life Career Certification-Jobs for Life INC.
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