Markiese Morgan
Loves Park,IL
Summary
I am a Western Illinois University graduate with a bachelors in Political Science with a pre law emphasis and a minor in Broadcasting and Journalism. Throughout my life I have had the unique opportunity to participate in different environments that have helped ground me as a person. I have worked in churches, politics, non profits, for profits, jails, court rooms and law offices. I believe that I bring experience and perspective to whichever room I find myself in and I pride myself on my ability to connect with people in a geniune way.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
Forefront
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively.
- Created and supervised monthly CEO and Executive Director roundtables, where senior level staff hone their skills and network with other CEOs.
- Responsible for planning and executing trainings, workshops, and other capacity building and professional development programs.
Political Intern
Illinois State Senate Democratic Caucus
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Campaigned by canvasing and meeting voters in their districts and via telephone
- Defined and clarified our legislative agenda to constituents in an understanding way
- Organized and distributed resources to campaign volunteers, organizations,and college students
- Researched public policies and information pertinent to local constituents
- Maintained voter registration database
- Attended political events with politicians and the public.
Guest Services Specialist
Target
06.2017 - 01.2022
- Identify and resolve guest related problems
- Managed teams of 5 sales reps while creating and executing sales plan
- Created visual plan for sales floor and executed construction of set locations
- Responsible for opening and closing store.
Security Services Specialist
Security Alarm of Rockford LLC
09.2019 - 08.2020
- In this position, I monitored security systems and property via computer software, security camera and trip alarms
- I dispatched when necessary and provided technical support when security systems were experiencing outages.
Legal Intern
Winnebago Public Defender’s Office
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Engaged and led in client interviews daily, in and out of the county jail
- Researched facts and pertinent information related to the case, creating a detailed analysis for the lead attorney and investigators to examine before court appearances
- Investigated charges against our clients through meetings with involved individuals and relevant police reports, affidavits, and victims
- Participated daily in trials involving child sexual assault, rape, and murder.
- Participated in state and federal trials and plea deals.
Program Assistant
Rockford Park District
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Provided physical and mental stimulation for children 5-12 years of age
- Coordinated between event locations and other personnel for full day field trips
- Led and oversaw an outdoor facility with a daily attendance of 200+ kids with other assistants
- Developed and set protocols and policies for parents and children
- Communicated details from supervisors to parents to outside personnel
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Political Science and Government
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL2022
Associate’s degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL2020
Skills
- Policy Analyst
- Project Management
- Public Speaking and Debate
- Theater
- Communication
Additional Information
City First Church
- Youth ministry outreach
- Photography for church events
- Conference setups
- Community outreach
- Youth mentorship
College Flag Football league
- Coached a winning D1 football team to the championship for 3 seasons in a row.
Western Illinois University Mock Court
- Defended and won multiple Supreme Court cases.
Community performing arts
- Lead in multiple shows and stage managed
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Forefront
01.2023 - Current
Political Intern
Illinois State Senate Democratic Caucus
08.2022 - 11.2022
Security Services Specialist
Security Alarm of Rockford LLC
09.2019 - 08.2020
Legal Intern
Winnebago Public Defender’s Office
08.2018 - 03.2020
Guest Services Specialist
Target
06.2017 - 01.2022
Program Assistant
Rockford Park District
05.2015 - 06.2017
Bachelor’s degree - Political Science and Government
Western Illinois University
Associate’s degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Rock Valley College
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