Randy Arbogast
Watertown,WI
Summary
Mission-driven pastor with more than 10 years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environment. Successful in overseeing community services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church
2017.06 - Current
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Improved operational efficiency within the church by streamlining processes, optimizing resources, and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Established and managed church budget of $100,000+ per year.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
- Ensured effective communication across all levels of church operations by implementing streamlined systems for information dissemination among staff and volunteers.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Carpentry
Uhl Construction
2012.10 - 2017.06
- Assisted with plastering, tiling and carpentry.
- Estimated cost, time and materials for carpentry projects.
- Worked as part of crew completing rough and finish carpentry work.
Warehouse Forklift Driver
Scotts Wild Bird Food
2009.05 - 2012.10
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
- Maintained a well-organized warehouse by systematically stacking products and rotating inventory.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate inventory counts through regular cycle counts and documentation.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Enhanced operational flow by effectively utilizing RF scanning technology during inventory management tasks.
Senior Pastor
Chalmers Bible Baptist Church
2009.01 - 2012.08
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Sort Manager
ABX Air
2005.11 - 2009.01
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations pertaining to the handling and disposal of hazardous materials within the sorting facility.
- Utilized sorting systems to sort items fast and accurately.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Established safety protocols for the sorting facility, reducing workplace accidents and promoting a safe work environment.
- Liaised with cross-functional teams to facilitate smooth operations and achieve common goals.
- Streamlined sorting processes by implementing new software and technology, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
- Managed budgets and financial reporting for the sorting department, identifying opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
Assistant Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church
2001.06 - 2005.08
- Collaborated with church leaders to organize and execute successful fundraising events for various ministry projects.
- Contributed to the planning and execution of annual church retreats, resulting in memorable experiences for participants.
- Implemented training workshops for volunteer leaders, improving their ability to serve in various ministries effectively.
- Assisted in managing church budget and finances, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources to support ongoing ministry efforts.
- Evaluated existing programs for effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements that better met the needs of congregants.
- Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Supervisor
UPS
1998.11 - 2001.08
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Area Manager
Washington Inventory Service
1997.02 - 1998.08
- Exceeded sales targets with well-developed sales strategy and empowering team coaching.
- Optimized staffing levels by closely monitoring workload demands and adjusting schedules accordingly.
- Built positive and productive relationships with store and field leadership.
- Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support and customer engagement strategies.
- Coordinated with other district managers to actualize performance improvement strategies.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
Principal
Woodridge Christian Academy
1995.08 - 1998.06
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
Supervisor
UPS
1991.05 - 1995.08
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Youth Ministries
Maranatha Baptist University
Watertown, WI05.1991
Skills
- Staff Leadership
- Excellent Communication
- Spiritual Guidance
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership Development
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Management
- Financial Oversight
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church
2017.06 - Current
Carpentry
Uhl Construction
2012.10 - 2017.06
Warehouse Forklift Driver
Scotts Wild Bird Food
2009.05 - 2012.10
Senior Pastor
Chalmers Bible Baptist Church
2009.01 - 2012.08
Sort Manager
ABX Air
2005.11 - 2009.01
Assistant Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church
2001.06 - 2005.08
Supervisor
UPS
1998.11 - 2001.08
Area Manager
Washington Inventory Service
1997.02 - 1998.08
Principal
Woodridge Christian Academy
1995.08 - 1998.06
Supervisor
UPS
1991.05 - 1995.08
Bachelor of Science - Youth Ministries
Maranatha Baptist University
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