Mark J. Alves
Punta Gorda,FL
Summary
Versatile professional with an extensive portfolio of proven leadership at increasing levels of responsibility. Currently seeking an opportunity in any field which leverages skills in education, administrative management, organization and communication
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Technical Assistant
Florida Department Of Corrections
01.2023 - Current
- Processes inmate requests pertaining to general and law library service.
- Ensures library is available to inmates minimum of 25 hours per week.
- Assigns research duties to inmate clerks.
- Answers requests and grievances within mandatory time limits.
- Performs photocopying.
- Supervises activities of inmate aides and clerks.
- Reviews research aides' responses to requests.
- Monitors check out and return of library materials.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
UBER/LYFT
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships to increase business opportunities.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hosted trivia shows consisting of 5-15 teams, reading questions clearly and articulately, awarding prizes.
FACILITIES MANAGER/JAZZ BAND DIRECTOR
BASIS SCHOOLS
09.2014 - 05.2019
- Managed all middle and high school facilities and grounds; acted as building superintendent and subcontractor liaison
- Provided direction and support to teachers, students and parents regarding event scheduling, mechanical issues, physical security and parking lot procedures
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Directed student jazz band and supervised engineering and robotics team.
SGT E-5 MUSICIAN, 215TH, 229TH, 108TH ARMY BANDS
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
02.1985 - 02.2015
- Performed at very high level of musicianship as principal trombonist in all performance groups
- Directed and performed with 215th Army Band Voices of Freedom; led Commonwealth Brass Quintet and Old line Brass Quintet
- Frequently tasked as Common Task instructor
BAR MANAGER
ST. JAMES IRISH PUB
01.1998 - 09.2003
- Led team of four bartenders and several cocktail waitresses; provided personnel management, on-the-job training and schedule coordination
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies, providing 10% improvement over prior onboarding process
INSTRUMENTAL AND GENERAL MUSIC TEACHER (NON CERTIFIED) / WRESTLING COACH
FALL RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.1996 - 01.2003
- Instructed instrumental, choral and general music at elementary and middle school levels, in accordance with department curriculum
- Worked closely with other music teachers in rehearsing performance groups for biannual concerts
- Worked with head wrestling coach in teaching fundamentals of wrestling at high school level
LEAD TROMBONIST / BAND LEADER / STAGE MANAGER
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES
01.1992 - 01.1996
- Performed at extremely high level of consistency, rehearsing and conducting with 6-12 piece orchestra for all shows, specialty acts and dancing
- Coordinated with specialty acts, Cruise Director and dance captain in production of Las Vegas style shows.
THEATER TECHNICIAN / LEAD CARPENTER
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FINE ARTS CENTER
09.1990 - 05.1991
- Built sets for University of Massachusetts Theater and Dance departments; set up and strike down sets in variety of theaters and halls for concerts, shows, and lectures, including light and sound reinforcement
- Assisted with load in of sets for National touring acts and coordinated with visiting technical directors as stage hand.
Education
Music Education, Conducting Emphasis -
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS
AMHERST, MA01.1987
Music performance -
SOUTHEASTERN MASSACHUSETTS UNIVERSITY
DARTMOUTH, MA01.1985
High School Diploma -
B.M.C. DURFEE HIGH SCHOOL
FALL RIVER, MA05.1983
Skills
- Proven, effective leadership skills demonstrated over 30 years in US Army National Guard
- NCOIC, conductor, musical director
- Naturally rises to leadership level in every professional endeavor
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills and software programs
Military Awards And Schools
- Primary, Secondary and Advanced Leadership Schools.
- Army Commendation Medal
- 3x Army Achievement Medal
- Numerous letters of accommodation
Timeline
Library Technical Assistant
Florida Department Of Corrections
01.2023 - Current
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
UBER/LYFT
11.2019 - 06.2021
FACILITIES MANAGER/JAZZ BAND DIRECTOR
BASIS SCHOOLS
09.2014 - 05.2019
BAR MANAGER
ST. JAMES IRISH PUB
01.1998 - 09.2003
INSTRUMENTAL AND GENERAL MUSIC TEACHER (NON CERTIFIED) / WRESTLING COACH
FALL RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.1996 - 01.2003
LEAD TROMBONIST / BAND LEADER / STAGE MANAGER
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES
01.1992 - 01.1996
THEATER TECHNICIAN / LEAD CARPENTER
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FINE ARTS CENTER
09.1990 - 05.1991
SGT E-5 MUSICIAN, 215TH, 229TH, 108TH ARMY BANDS
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
02.1985 - 02.2015
Music Education, Conducting Emphasis -
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS
Music performance -
SOUTHEASTERN MASSACHUSETTS UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
B.M.C. DURFEE HIGH SCHOOL