Damian Kinsey
Columbia,MD
Summary
Meticulous and accomplished Senior Director with experience in spearheading operations, implementing strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Adept at utilizing operating budgets, driving organizational growth, and leveraging expertise in program development & fundraising.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director
&Human
09.2023 - Current
- Surpass company goals by 15% through systems and training to strengthen the business model.
- Optimized project timelines by effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing workload among team members.
- Develop a compressive strategic plan that enhances programmatic reach and measures outcomes through data integrity.
- Define objectives by outlining ideal clients, target metrics, disciplinary plans, and strategies to support 20+ vendors.
- Organize and conducted 25+ checks and balances to ensure client satisfaction through consumer evaluations.
- Implement performance systems through finalizing goal setting, performance evaluations, and professional development plans.
- Develop policies and procedures to improve systematic approach to provide better outcomes.
- Coordinate with community partners to advance &Human visibility through social media and community outreach.
Director
Boys Town
12.2017 - 09.2023
- Partner with other Executives to execute an organizational strategic plan, aligning operational priorities with the overall mission.
- Spearhead operations by managing national policies, initiatives, and public programming by tracking and monitoring KPIs.
- Transform initiatives by integrating industry trends to promote the well-being and success of at-risk youth and families.
- Define quality assurance measures and compliance standards to maintain a high level of service delivery and program integrity.
- Initiate effective programs for workforce retention, promotion, and succession planning with cost recovery at 96%.
- Strengthen financial sustainability by securing $1.4MM in non-profit grants, corporate partnerships, and individual donations.
- Facilitate change management initiatives by effectively managing organizational transitions and driving employee engagement.
- Formulate crisis management plans and corrective action protocols to respond effectively to crises and disruptive events.
Senior Director of Operations
Boys Town
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Streamlined 25 school and community program processes, resulting in a 20% increase in efficiency and cost savings of $100K.
- Established strategic initiatives to strengthen program effectiveness, resulting in a 30% increase in program outcomes.
- Demonstrate fiscal oversight by developing $6MM budgets, obtaining competitive bids, and managing expenses.
- Led a cross-functional team of 30+ staff members by fostering a collaborative work environment to achieve departmental goals.
- Managed vendor relationships throughout the procurement cycle to ensure cost-effective delivery of services, resources, and donors to maximize funding.
Program Director
Boys Town
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Led the implementation of 5 complex programs at Boys Town by overseeing the planning, execution, and evaluation processes.
- Maintained multi-million program budgets through efficient allocation of resources to foster seamless operations.
- Oversaw program staff by providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure the delivery of high-quality services.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to coordinate program activities, including recruitment, training, and supervision.
- Cultivated relationships with staff members, partners, and community organizations to govern program sustainability.
- Outlined program goals, objectives, and performance metrics by monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions.
- Trained 80 contracts and Department of Education personnel on classroom management to foster cross-functional alignment.
- Elevated test scores by 25% from scaling treatment services to close learning gaps for incarcerated youth in Detention Program.
School Programs Manager
Boys Town
01.2011 - 09.2016
- Outlined program objectives by defining academic targets, disciplinary plans, and community outreach strategies to support 350+ Pre-K-12 students
- Analyzed data to provide the best outcomes and remove impediments for youth by incorporating
- Well Managed School and Boys Town Treatment curriculum to promote equity
- Organized and conducted 25+ school and community programs per year
- Oversaw tracking of student outcomes and professional development hours to evaluate program success
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
College of New Rochelle
New Rochelle, NYMaster of Business Arts in Communications - Communications
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN09.2025
Skills
- Collaborative Leadership
- Culture Transformation
- Team Management
- Policy Development
- Community Engagement
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Fundraising
- Partnership Development
- Program Management
- Marketing
Areas Of Expertise
Negotiation, Succession Planning, Program Management, Partnership Development, Team Development, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Vendor Management, Budgeting, Microsoft Office Suite, Leadership, Interpersonal, Time Management, Negotiation, Communication, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Team Building
Timeline
Senior Director
&Human
09.2023 - Current
Director
Boys Town
12.2017 - 09.2023
Senior Director of Operations
Boys Town
05.2017 - 11.2017
Program Director
Boys Town
09.2016 - 04.2017
School Programs Manager
Boys Town
01.2011 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Communications
College of New Rochelle
Master of Business Arts in Communications - Communications
Purdue University