JACQUES BAYNES
Denison University, Residential Communities & Housing
Pittsburgh,PA
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Experienced Student Affairs and Residential Life professional skilled in community development, student supervision, and mentoring. Expertise in crisis response, recruitment, retention, and career readiness programming fosters inclusive communities that promote belonging and leadership. Committed to empowering students through innovative support and engagement strategies, cultivating environments where individuals thrive and contribute.
Work History
Community Coordinator
1 Year 8 Months- Oversaw residential operations for South and West Quad residence halls, fostering inclusive and engaging living-learning environments.
- Supervised and mentored Community Advisors, enhancing community building, student engagement, and resident care.
- Facilitated student development for sophomores and juniors through targeted engagement initiatives and community development programs.
- Oversee residential operations for the South and West Quad residence halls, supporting an inclusive and engaging living-learning environment.
Residence Life Specialist
1 Year 10 Months- Managed daily operations of residential community serving over 500 students, ensuring a safe and engaging living environment.
- Supervised 24 resident assistants, 2 desk managers, and 1 graduate assistant, fostering teamwork and effective support for residents.
- Facilitated two Living-Learning Communities, enhancing academic success and community engagement through targeted initiatives.
- Participated in a weekly emergency on-call rotation, adjudicated low-level policy violations, and responded to student concerns.
- Served on the student-staff Recruitment and Selection Committee and chaired the Residence Life Diversity Committee.
Outreach and Admissions Counselor
1 Year- Facilitated recruitment, enrollment, family engagement, and community outreach for workforce-development programming to increase participation.
- Partnered with high school counselors, nonprofit organizations, and community resources to enhance awareness of career-training opportunities for young adults.
- Analyzed and processed data to guide development of student-retention strategies.
- Tracked and processed data to inform student-retention strategies.
Career Coordinator
1 Year 1 Month- Developed and implemented programming that enhanced academic remediation, increased career awareness, and fostered youth development.
- Designed and delivered programming focused on academic remediation, career awareness, and youth development.
- Coordinated recruitment, enrollment, family engagement, and community outreach activities to strengthen community involvement.
AmeriCorps Member
1 Year 3 Months- Developed and implemented education, mentoring, STEM, and community-service initiatives that engaged school-age students and enhanced their learning experiences.
- Executed outreach projects and collaborated with community organizations to assess needs of older adults, resulting in tailored support services.
- Connected clients with essential financial and social-service resources, facilitating access to vital assistance.
- Participated in KEYS Service Corps program to engage with community initiatives.
Community Assistant
2 Years 9 Months- Created academic and community-building programs enhancing engagement among housing residents and student staff.
- Acted as a liaison between students and university administration, providing peer education, resource referrals, and college-life guidance.
- Coordinated community events to enhance resident engagement and foster a sense of belonging.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to assess resident satisfaction and improve service delivery.
- Developed educational programs addressing student needs, promoting wellness and personal growth.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology, Emphasis in Life Coaching
Expected June 2027
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Skills
Written communication
Community engagement
Conflict resolution
Administrative tasks
Marketing communications
Written and verbal communication
Conflict resolution
Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Presenter, “Beyond the Check-In: How Intentional Interactions Shape Community,” Community Advisor Spring Training, 2025.
- Presenter, “Adventures and Side Quests with Promises and Returns,” Community Advisor Spring Training, 2025.
- Professional memberships: ACUHO-I, GLAUCHO, and NACA, 2025 to Present.
- Tunnel of Awareness Presenter, Domestic Violence Prevention, West Virginia University, 2024.
Affiliations
Professional memberships: ACUHO-I, GLAUCHO, and NACA, 2025 to Present.
Certification
Certification in Ethical Conduct of Research on Human Subjects, 2018.
Timeline
Community Coordinator
Denison University, Residential Communities & Housing
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Residence Life Specialist
West Virginia University
02.2023 - 12.2024Read More
Outreach and Admissions Counselor
Pittsburgh Job Corps Center
02.2022 - 02.2023Read More
Career Coordinator
Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania
12.2020 - 01.2022Read More
AmeriCorps Member
KEYS Service Corps
05.2019 - 08.2020Read More
Community Assistant
Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Office of Housing and Residential Living and Dining
08.2016 - 05.2019Read More
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
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Grand Canyon University
Master of Science from Psychology, Emphasis in Life Coaching
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Personal Information
Title: Higher Education and Student Affairs Professional
HONORS AND ADDITIONAL TRAINING
Student Life Collaboration Award, 2025 to 2026., Heart and Soul Recipient of the Year, Office of Housing and Residential Living and Dining, 2017 to 2018., Humanitarian of the Year, Anthony E. Benvin III Memorial Foundation Scholarship, 2015.
Awards
Student Life Collaboration Award, 2025 to 2026., Heart and Soul Recipient of the Year, Office of Housing and Residential Living and Dining, 2017 to 2018., Humanitarian of the Year, Anthony E. Benvin III Memorial Foundation Scholarship, 2015.
Training
- Student Life Collaboration Award, 2025 to 2026.
- Heart and Soul Recipient of the Year, Office of Housing and Residential Living and Dining, 2017 to 2018.
- Humanitarian of the Year, Anthony E. Benvin III Memorial Foundation Scholarship, 2015.
- Certification in Ethical Conduct of Research on Human Subjects, 2018.