Josephus Brown
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Resourceful professional with a Bachelor's in Environmental Design and experience in public-sector operations, data analysis, and youth programming. Demonstrated ability to thrive in under-resourced environments, develop structured incentive plans, and build trust within diverse communities. Skilled in integrating qualitative and quantitative insights to enhance operational continuity and community initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Success Mentor
CAMBA, Inc
Brooklyn, New York
10.2025 - 10.2026
- Cultivated strong student relationships that revealed insights into how local housing, transit reliability, and neighborhood conditions impact attendance patterns and daily school experiences.
- Established strong, trust-based relationships with students from 3K through Grade 5, gaining first-hand insight into how children navigate the built environment, public housing landscapes, and community-level stressors.
- Provided guidance-based support to students facing challenges from local environmental factors, including long commutes, household responsibilities, and safety concerns.
- Supported student success at P.S. 306K. Accomplished by analyzing daily attendance data to identify spatial and temporal patterns in absenteeism reflecting broader neighborhood conditions in East New York.
- Worked with teachers and families to identify barriers to attendance and behaviors, helping to expand the understanding of place-based inequity in East New York, and Brooklyn as a whole.
- Facilitated restorative conversations, mediated peer conflicts, observed how school spaces, crowding and transition zones affect student behavior and social dynamics.
- Managed lunchtime and recess activities to create a safe and enjoyable environment for students, ensuring smooth traffic flow in hallways, playgrounds, and common areas.
Sheepshead Bay CAMBA Cornerstone Summer Camp Group Leader
CAMBA, Inc
Brooklyn, New York
07.2026 - 08.2026
- Resolved extreme organizational understaffing and stringent ratio caps by independently overseeing a high energy group of 17 campers (grades 4-6) for 8 weeks, ensuring their absolute physical safety and continuity of operations.
- Developed engaging camp environment by introducing incentive-based learning systems and establishing clear behavioral expectations, enhancing participant engagement and adherence.
- Coordinated with site leadership to revise daily programming, ensuring smooth logistics and sustained participant interest despite staffing challenges.
- Built relationships and resolved conflicts through targeted 1-on-1 interactions, fostering a cohesive culture and ensuring participants felt valued through personalized recognition.
Analytics and Investor Services Intern
Moody's Ratings
New York, NY
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with senior analysts to evaluate investor assessments and responses to human rights risks in corporate operations and supply chains, informing risk mitigation strategies.
- Conducted research on modern slavery risks within corporate entities, aiding integration of ESG factors into credit risk assessments to enhance investment decision-making.
- In 2024, an estimated 1.1 million in the U.S. and 49.6 million globally are trapped in modern slavery, with the U.S. serving as a key destination and transit point for forced labor.
- Presented findings and recommendations in final project, showcasing analytical skills and research proficiency while informing investor risk frameworks.
Estimating Intern
Turner Construction
New York, NY
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Shadowed estimators to understand cost estimation processes, bid preparation, and project budgeting in large-scale commercial construction projects, enhancing practical knowledge.
- Assisted in reviewing project blueprints and specifications, contributing to material take-offs and quantity assessments for accurate project planning.
- Observed pre-construction planning and vendor coordination, building a foundational understanding of project lifecycle management.
- Engaged with cross-functional teams in a corporate office environment, building professional workplace skills and fostering collaboration.
Gallery Assistant
Philip Howard Art Gallery
Brooklyn, NY
07.2019
- Coordinated and promoted art events, attracting 200+ attendees and enhancing gallery visibility through strategic social media campaigns, content creation, and targeted audience engagement.
- Arranged artwork displays and maintained presentation standards throughout exhibition spaces.
- Prepared labels, price lists, and wall text for featured collections.
- Supported gallery visitors with exhibition information and artwork inquiries.
Education
Bachelor - Environmental Design
State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2025
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Family Support Strategies
- Restorative Practices
- Engagement Strategies
- Student Program Coordination
- Operational & Group Leadership
- Cross-team collaboration
- Trend analysis
- Qualitative Assessment
- Community insights
- Technical Skills
- Excel & Sheets
- Presentation software
- Visual Communication
- Graphic Design
- Staffing Solutions
- Family Support Strategies
Timeline
Sheepshead Bay CAMBA Cornerstone Summer Camp Group Leader
CAMBA, Inc
07.2026 - 08.2026
Success Mentor
CAMBA, Inc
10.2025 - 10.2026
Analytics and Investor Services Intern
Moody's Ratings
06.2022 - 07.2023
Estimating Intern
Turner Construction
07.2021 - 08.2021
Gallery Assistant
Philip Howard Art Gallery
07.2019
Bachelor - Environmental Design
State University of New York At Buffalo