Mayor Dontario Hardy
Kinston,NC
Summary
History of accomplishing challenging objectives under tight deadlines. Experienced with city policies and legal procedures. Decisive leader and conflict manager with a team-oriented style. Talented Legislative leader versed in reviewing budgets, program operations and established policies to ferret out inefficiencies and strengthen government structures. Identifies and secures funding for vital improvement projects. Demonstrated success in maintaining strong constituent relations. Hardworking Mayor dedicated to drafting and implementing fair and proactive laws. Competent in staying on top of present-day events, political changes, and international trends. Bringing 7 + years of experience in government and passion to make positive impact on Eastern North Carolina. Proven skills in developing consensus at party, committee and legislative levels. Talented relationship-builder, problem-solver and leader with accomplished career in government. Enthusiastic about applying expertise toward helping people in Eastern North Carolina. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mayor
City Of Kinston, NC
Kinston, NC
11.2017 - Current
- Attended public forums, events and informal meetings.
- Directed operations, planning, and administration of city departments.
- Signed contracts, ordinances and other official documentation to execute orders of office.
- Appointed qualified candidates to positions such as boards and commissions.
- Presented more than 100 legislative addresses, group talks and public events.
- Kept up with news on daily basis to stay informed about local, regional, national and international events.
- Obtained over $20 million in funding for Kinston, NC and Cities and Towns in Eastern NC over course of 7 years.
- Developed and strengthened political partnerships to further agendas.
- Alerted constituents of government actions and programs by way of newsletters, personal appearances at town meetings and individual meetings.
- Conducted head counts to help predict outcome of upcoming votes.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Lenoir County Sheriff Department
Kinston, NC
01.2014 - Current
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of over 200 inmates and guards.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Filled in for absent sheriff to maintain continuous leadership structure and support team members.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Company Police Officer Supervisor
UNC Health Care Lenoir
Kinston, NC
12.2014 - 01.2021
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Solicited customer feedback to identify and improve on areas of weakness.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Federal Police Officer
U.S Department Of Defense
Camp Lejeune/ New River Airstation
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Coordinated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations.
- Gathered evidence and served as witness in court proceedings.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects.
- Prepared reports, kept investigation records, and maintained all case-related paperwork.
- Offered operational and administrative oversight to team of special agents.
- Directed security activities at investigation sites.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Kinston Police Department
Kinston, NC
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency.
- Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support many criminal cases.
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy, USN
10.2001 - 07.2005
- Mentored and supervised 30 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
- Drafted messages and reports to inform leadership of current situations using Morse Code and Semiphore.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
Education
Criminal Justice
University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NCHomeland Security
Westwood College - Denver North
Denver, COHigh School Diploma -
High School Diploma
Lenoir Community College 10.2001
Skills
- Excutive Protection Specialist
- State Representation
- Media Relations
- Team Development
- Administrative Leadership
- Community Relations
- Program Oversight
- Organizational Leadership
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Program Management
- Community Engagement
- Emergency Management
- Excellent Communication
- Professionalism
- Election Management
- Staff Management
- Effective Communication
- Written Communication
- Committee Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Campaign Planning
- Self Motivation
- Active Listening
- Problem-Solving
- Task Prioritization
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management Abilities
- Bill Sponsorship
- Professional Demeanor
- Organizational Skills
- Feedback Processing
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Analytical Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Issue Identification
Affiliations
- North Carolina League of Municipalities -Board of Director at Large
- North Carolina Mayors Association- Past President
- National League of Cities - Past Board of Directors Member
- National League of Cities - Vice Chair/ Public Safety and Crimes Federal Advocacy
- United States Conference of Mayors- Business Council Member
- NC -Governor's Crime Commission-Commissioner
- NC Authority Global Transpark - Board Member
- North Carlina Black Elected Municipal Officials -President
- Boys and Girls Club of the Coastal Plains/ENC-Board Member
- Eastern North Carolina Recovery and Resilience Alliance/Board Member
- U.S Mayor's Alliance to End Childhood Hunger/ Member
- American Flood Coalition/ Member
- NC Office of Recovery and Resilience Advisory Committee/ Chairman
- NC Fraternal Order of Police -Pitt Greenville Lodge #69/ President
- Kinston/State Employees Credit Union Advisory Council/ Member
- Kinston/Local Government Federal Credit Union Advisory Council / Member
- Strong Cities Network-International / US State Department Relations- Mayor Member
Certification
Advanced Law Enforcement Certified
IAHSS Security Supervisor Certified
Executive Protection Certified
Timeline
Mayor
City Of Kinston, NC
11.2017 - Current
Company Police Officer Supervisor
UNC Health Care Lenoir
12.2014 - 01.2021
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Lenoir County Sheriff Department
01.2014 - Current
Federal Police Officer
U.S Department Of Defense
01.2012 - 11.2014
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Kinston Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2013
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Navy, USN
10.2001 - 07.2005
Criminal Justice
University of Mount Olive
Homeland Security
Westwood College - Denver North
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma