Samuel Mormon
South Holland,IL
Summary
People-oriented team leader successful in monitoring performance, delegating work and motivating members. Versed in managing daily direction and team communication. Collaborative and resourceful professional dedicated to identifying needs to develop and deliver creative solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
UCAN Chicago
Chicago, IL
10.2019 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace/Field.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of events.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Established clear expectations for team members, providing guidance when needed.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential team members and providing input on hiring decisions.
- Collaborated with other departments and agencies to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members and clients.
- Assigned projects and distributed tasks to team members as per area of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution within the team to maintain a positive work environment.
- Maintained open lines of communication with senior management, reporting team progress and challenges.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, strategies, and address any issues.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Dir. Community Outreach
National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum
Chicago, IL
05.2019 - Current
- Coordinated volunteer activities, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision.
- Developed and implemented community outreach strategies to increase public awareness of organization initiatives.
- Monitored media coverage related to relevant topics affecting the target population.
- Established relationships with key community partners to expand program reach.
- Conducted research on current social issues impacting the target population.
- Assisted with planning and implementation of fundraising campaigns designed to generate public support for initiatives.
- Partnered with other non-profit organizations in order to maximize resources available for collaborative programming efforts.
- Facilitated communication between organizational staff and external constituents regarding initiatives taking place at the grassroots level.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs to engage local residents.
- Provided technical assistance and support to staff members working on community-based projects.
- Organized and facilitated meetings with local stakeholders to identify new opportunities for collaboration.
- Served as a liaison between organization leadership and external constituencies during times of crisis or conflict resolution.
- Participated in events such as conferences, workshops, and networking sessions to promote organization mission.
- Cultivated relationships with local government officials who can provide resources or influence policy decisions that impact communities served by organization.
- Created promotional materials such as flyers, posters, brochures for distribution in targeted areas within the service region.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from stakeholders related to various programs or services provided by the organization.
- Spoke to community groups to explain and interpret purposes, programs, and policies.
- Researched and analyzed community needs to determine program directions and goals.
Education
GED -
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL03-1996
Urban Community Studies
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, ILmetropolitan peace acadeny
Skills
- Overtime Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Coaching
- Team Supervision
- Quality Improvement
- Mentoring
Timeline
Team Leader
UCAN Chicago
10.2019 - Current
Dir. Community Outreach
National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum
05.2019 - Current
GED -
Kaskaskia College
Urban Community Studies
Northeastern Illinois University
metropolitan peace acadeny
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