James Clardy
Pinckneyville,IL
Summary
Seasoned Pastor with achievements in providing spiritual leadership to individuals of diverse backgrounds. Highly adept in preparing sermons, leading worship services and providing pastoral care and counseling. Skilled in directing day-to-day operations when developing programs to grow ministry and outreach.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastor
New Hope Community Church
Pinckneyville, IL
01.2008 - Current
- Liaised with church staff and ministry discuss church growth objectives.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Spearheaded community outreach programs.
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
- Improved operations and functions of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering other committee members to take responsibility.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
- Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
- Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
- Created discipleship programs for youth and adults.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Preached and ministered to members and congregation through multiple avenues of communication.
- Established relationships with local businesses to benefit the congregation.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
- Managed social media accounts for the purpose of promoting upcoming events or services.
- Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
- Provided oversight for all staff positions within the organization.
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Led Bible study classes and facilitated small group discussions.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
- Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Met with individuals seeking counseling or advice on personal matters.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Youth Pastor
Christ Community Church
Murphysboro, IL
08.1998 - 01.2008
- Encouraged participation in community service projects.
- Counseled teens on life issues such as relationships, peer pressure, and self-esteem.
- Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
- Organized mission trips and retreats for students.
- Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
- Lead youth group meetings with interactive activities and discussions.
- Created lesson plans for Sunday School classes.
- Worked with senior pastors to lead Sunday morning and mid-week worship services.
- Facilitated small groups focused on discipleship development.
- Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
- Assisted in coordinating special events such as holiday parties, concerts.
- Directed weekly youth meetings, special group events, and overnight excursions.
- Taught Bible study classes to high schoolers.
- Coordinated with stewardship committee to advocate biblical stewardship when promoting congregational benevolence.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
- Recruited volunteers to help with various church events.
- Partnered with parents and offered insights and resources for guiding youth in preferred directions.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
- Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Developed and implemented weekly worship services for teenagers.
- Conducted outreach activities in local schools and communities.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
Office Manager
Cook Sales
Anna , IL
03.1993 - 08.1998
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
- Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
- Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
Insurance Agent
Western Southern Life Insurance
Carbondale , IL
11.1991 - 03.1993
- Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
- Delivered individualized support and broad knowledge of company products to bring targeted services to individuals with varying needs.
- Conducted in-home and group presentations to provide detailed explanations of policy guidelines and benefits to clients and families.
- Explained complex technical terms related to insurance plans in simple language for easy understanding.
- Prepared proposals and conducted closing interviews to increase insurance sales.
- Conducted meetings or phone calls with potential clients to present insurance policies and answer questions.
- Met with division leaders and consultants to discuss strategies to increase sales.
- Analyzed claims data to determine potential areas of improvement for policyholders' protection.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive insurance plans for clients according to their individual needs.
- Received underwriting approvals after accurately completing applications for insurance coverage.
- Responded quickly and accurately to inquiries from clients regarding their coverage plans.
- Processed payments received from clients promptly according to established procedures.
Collections Manager
Rent One
Anna, IL
07.1991 - 11.1991
- Reduced losses by restructuring loan payment plans.
- Established clear methods for determining proper process with each customer type.
- Completed investigations of customer accounts and payment histories.
- Responded to customer inquiries about billing issues, account status, and payment options.
- Resolved escalated disputes between customers and the company concerning collections matters.
- Analyzed customer payment trends and developed strategies to reduce overdue accounts.
- OPY Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past-due payments.
- Received and submitted payments and applied amounts to customer balances.
- Researched, evaluated and resolved discrepancies and customer concerns.
- Contacted customers in person at personal and business locations to collect payments directly.
Process Manager
Jones MFG
Jonesboro , IL
04.1990 - 07.1991
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of changes in the workflow.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Improved overall business process management by executing, measuring and monitoring new systems.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Coordinated with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for production.
- Conducted regular audits to verify compliance with quality control standards.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of all process documentation, logs, and records.
Cook
Hardees Resturamt
Anna, IL
09.1989 - 04.1990
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure sufficient materials for production.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Factory Supervisor
Swans
Centralia, IL
08.1988 - 09.1989
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Troubleshot equipment problems to repair or report diagnostics.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Assessed employee performance through observation and feedback sessions.
- Trained new employees on proper use of machinery and safety protocols.
Warehouse Supervisor
Goods Potato Chip Factory
Anna, IL
06.1988 - 08.1988
- Managed daily cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
- Estimated project materials, time and staffing requirements based on work orders and job specifications.
- Supervised scheduling for freight and package shipments and managed return and transfer procedures.
- Assisted with scheduling shipments and deliveries according to customer requirements.
- Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
- Maintained and updated inventory records accurately.
Small Engine Mechanic
Martin Sharp all
Anna, IL
03.1988 - 06.1988
- Kept workshop and bench area tidy and clean.
- Performed regular preventative maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filter replacements.
- Kept tools clean, sharpened, maintained and put away after job tasks to keep shop in good working order.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts with solvents or lubricants.
- Checked all fluids levels before starting any repair process.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and repaired small engines by lubricating parts, cleaning components and restoring damaged areas.
- Repaired wide variety of small engine machinery by restoring transmissions, carburetors, differentials, fuel pumps, distributors, starters, valves and various systems.
- Followed safety protocols while performing repair work in the shop or at customer sites.
Clerk
Walmart
Anna, IL
05.1986 - 03.1988
- Adhered to all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or working with heavy equipment.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
- Handled price checks, merchandise transfers and fitting room returns to keep store orderly and efficient.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
Education
Business Organization
Shawnee Community College
Ullin, ILSkills
- Preaching
- Discipleship
- Inspirational Leadership
- Staff Leadership
- Mission-Oriented
- Public Speaking
- Community Service
- Biblical Knowledge
- Organizational Leadership
- Counseling
- Shepherding
- Strategic Planning
- Crisis Management
- Small Group Facilitation
- Social and Religious Assistance
- Christian Education
- Grief Counseling
Affiliations
- Vice President of the Pinckneyville Ministerial Alliance responsible for the Transient fund
- Member of Community Action team (Pinckneyville Community Hospital & Marshall browning Hospital, DuQuoin IL) Mental health
- Led interdenominational Lent Services with various Churches in Pinckneyville (Methodist, Presbyterian, Church of Christ, Catholic Church)
- Volunteer Sunday School Teacher, Youth Pastor and Preacher for over 12 years prior to Pastorial position.
- Volunteer in Pinckneyville Prison from 2018 to present
Certification
- Ordained by Christ Community Church (non-denominational Church) December 2007
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pastor
New Hope Community Church
01.2008 - Current
Youth Pastor
Christ Community Church
08.1998 - 01.2008
Office Manager
Cook Sales
03.1993 - 08.1998
Insurance Agent
Western Southern Life Insurance
11.1991 - 03.1993
Collections Manager
Rent One
07.1991 - 11.1991
Process Manager
Jones MFG
04.1990 - 07.1991
Cook
Hardees Resturamt
09.1989 - 04.1990
Factory Supervisor
Swans
08.1988 - 09.1989
Warehouse Supervisor
Goods Potato Chip Factory
06.1988 - 08.1988
Small Engine Mechanic
Martin Sharp all
03.1988 - 06.1988
Clerk
Walmart
05.1986 - 03.1988
Business Organization
Shawnee Community College
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