Matthew Burek
Alanson
Summary
Dynamic leader and communicator with a proven track record at Harbor Light Community Chapel, enhancing youth engagement and fostering spiritual growth. Expert in operations management and pastoral care, demonstrating exceptional organizational leadership and a clean driving record. Achieved significant improvements in community outreach and tenant satisfaction, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bus Driver
Johnson Buses
09.2005 - Current
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Youth and Executive Pastor
Harbor Light Community Chapel
10.1999 - Current
- Improved congregation youth engagement by developing and implementing relevant sermon series and community outreach initiatives and activities.
- Collaborated with other pastors to develop cohesive worship experiences that incorporated music, multimedia elements, and engaging sermons.
- Managed budgets responsibly, ensuring financial integrity within the organization.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating ministry effectiveness and implementing strategic adjustments as needed.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in staff management and resource allocation.
- Fostered spiritual growth among church members through discipleship programs, small groups, and mentorship opportunities.
- Built strong relationships with community partners to expand the church''s local impact and support network.
- Mentored emerging leaders within the church body by providing training resources and personal guidance.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Chief of Staff and director of staff development
- Responsible for providing strategic leadership and coordination across church operations. Includes oversight and management of church-owned rental properties, ensuring proper maintenance, tenant relations, and operational efficiency.
Rental Property Owner and Manager
Self-employeed
04.2007 - 11.2016
- Increased tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing maintenance issues and implementing property improvements.
- Maintained accurate financial records for tax purposes and provided detailed reports to stakeholders on a regular basis.
- Improved property value through strategic renovations and regular upkeep.
- Supervised building repairs, maintaining open communication with tenants to minimize disruptions during construction projects.
Delta Airline Agent
DGS Global Services
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Reduced delays by promptly updating passengers with relevant information during irregular operations or schedule changes.
- Efficiently operated ground service equipment, such as tugs and belt loaders, to facilitate smooth handling of baggage and cargo.
- Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
- Conducted marshaling activities skillfully, guiding pilots safely towards their designated parking positions on the ramp area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia Central High School
Columbia, TN05-1997
Associate of Arts - Practical Ministry
Brownsville Revival School Of Ministry
Pensacola05-1999
Skills
- Vision casting
- Organizational leadership
- Pastoral care
- Teaching
- Spiritual guidance
- Preaching
- Spiritual leadership
- Youth ministry
- Staff leadership
- Operations management
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
Certification
- Ordained Minister
- CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
- School Bus Endorsement (S) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Passenger Endorsement (P) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Air Brake Endorsement - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Delta Airline Agent
DGS Global Services
11.2012 - 05.2014
Rental Property Owner and Manager
Self-employeed
04.2007 - 11.2016
Bus Driver
Johnson Buses
09.2005 - Current
Youth and Executive Pastor
Harbor Light Community Chapel
10.1999 - Current
- Ordained Minister
- CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
- School Bus Endorsement (S) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Passenger Endorsement (P) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Air Brake Endorsement - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
High School Diploma -
Columbia Central High School
Associate of Arts - Practical Ministry
Brownsville Revival School Of Ministry
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