James Scott Jr.
Chicago
Summary
I am a highly motivated professional with a strong background in leading community initiatives and building strong partnerships. Successfully guided multiple outreach programs, enhancing community engagement and fostering meaningful relationships. Demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and effective communication to drive service-oriented goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Community Outreach and Partnerships
DuPage and Chicago South Suburb Habitat for Humanity
Wheaton / Chicago Heights, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for creating and managing community based, political, and faith-based partnerships across the Chicagoland area through outreach & advocacy while having oversight of our Volunteer Management, Neighborhood Revitalization, & Community Outreach departments. Through programming we create opportunities for veterans & civilian clients to have access to homeownership, home repairs, & preservation.
Director of Community Engagement
DuPage and Chicago South Suburb Habitat for Humanity
Wheaton / Chicago Heights, IL
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Ran a business unit consisting of the following four departments: Family Services, Neighborhood Revitalization, Volunteer Management, and Community Outreach. I supervise four Departmental Managers, all of whom are responsible for successfully executing them within their departments.
Impact Manager
City Year Chicago
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Responsible for driving the successful implementation of service within Chicago Public Schools while maintaining strong working relationships with our stakeholder. This was achieved by managing a team of 16 to 20 service professionals while helping develop their civic capacity and civic identity. Additionally, I was responsible for facilitating data reviews, strategic planning sessions, and ensuring compliance standards are met.
Community Support Coordinator
St. Joseph Services
Chicago, IL
01.2017 - 01.2018
- The role description of the Volunteer Coordinator was expanded to additionally include creating, maintaining, and expanding strong community partnerships through strategic planning and networking. I supported community events and meetings thus building capacity with community stake holders. (Dual Role)
Volunteer Coordinator
St. Joseph Services
Chicago, IL
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Responsible for recruiting, screening, training, and managing volunteer/intern talent to assist in the delivery of community programs and services. This includes overseeing volunteers/interns at multiple SJS locations across the Chicagoland area while also providing guidance, support, resources, and tools to staff who directly supervise volunteers. As Volunteer Coordinator I also keep the legal and ethical integrity of our volunteers/interns intact through compliance training, policy implementation, and program evaluation. I ensure all volunteers are receptive to the rules and regulations of the organization. Also responsible for the rebranding and overseeing of the St. Joseph Services Associate Board
Relationship Manager/Loaned Executive
United Way of Metro Chicago / United Way of DuPage/West Cook
Chicago, IL
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Accountable for managing and engaging an assigned $300,000 portfolio of major corporate and organizational accounts year-round to maximize relationships while also developing and implementing workplace fundraising events and community volunteer engagement campaigns across the Chicagoland and DuPage areas.
National Admissions Advisor
American Intercontinental University
Chicago, IL
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Represented our online University by planning and implementing recruitment activities for prospective students who were interested in taking advantage of the online educational experience. Ensured quality customer service to our potential enrolled students.
Education
B.A. Degree - Public Administration
Talladega College
Talladega, Alabama01.2012
High School Diploma - General Education
Piney Woods Country Life High School
Piney Woods, Mississippi01.2008
Skills
- Advocacy
- Veteran Services
- Public Administration
- Public Speaking
- Community Outreach
- Partnership Development
- Compliance Management
- Relationship Management
Certification
- Certified National Admissions Advisor (2012)
- Virtus: Protecting God’s Children Training Certificate of Completion (2015)
- Virtus: Protecting God’s Children Training Certified Facilitator (2015)
- Mandated Report Training Certificate of Completion (2015)
- President of Illinois Third Jurisdiction Church of God In Christ Youth Dept. (2023)
Timeline
Director of Community Outreach and Partnerships
DuPage and Chicago South Suburb Habitat for Humanity
01.2023 - Current
Director of Community Engagement
DuPage and Chicago South Suburb Habitat for Humanity
01.2020 - 01.2023
Impact Manager
City Year Chicago
01.2018 - 01.2020
Community Support Coordinator
St. Joseph Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
Volunteer Coordinator
St. Joseph Services
01.2015 - 01.2017
Relationship Manager/Loaned Executive
United Way of Metro Chicago / United Way of DuPage/West Cook
01.2014 - 01.2015
National Admissions Advisor
American Intercontinental University
01.2012 - 01.2013
High School Diploma - General Education
Piney Woods Country Life High School
B.A. Degree - Public Administration
Talladega College