Darren Ford

• Officiated various sports events to ensure fair play and adherence to rules.
• Maintained composure in high-pressure situations to ensure game flow and player focus.
• Communicated with coaches, players, and spectators to resolve concerns and uphold game integrity.
• Enforced game regulations to promote sportsmanship and fair competition.

• Advocated for employee rights and liaised with management to secure equitable resolutions.
• Managed grievances, investigatory conferences, and disciplinary conferences, facilitating arbitration processes.
• Provided assistance with grievance procedures for union members.
• Facilitated communication between members and local union leadership.
• Organized events to promote member engagement and solidarity.

• Handled grievances for Michigan state employees, advocating for rights through investigations and arbitration.
  Supported over 1,600 members at disciplinary conferences, ensuring fair representation.
  Participated in various conferences to uphold employee interests during the grievance process.

Assessed client needs and developed individualized service plans.

• Coordinated referrals to community resources and support services, ensuring clients received necessary assistance.
• Facilitated workshops on life skills and personal development.