TREVOR PHILLIPS

Results-oriented professional with extensive leadership experience in managing teams, engaging communities, and strengthening operations. Skilled in strategic planning, operational optimization, and organizational growth. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results under challenging conditions.

• Leadership Newark Fellow, Class of 2012
• F.E.L.L.A.S. Fatherhood Program of Essex County Advisory Board Member (2010-2012)
• Newark Teacher Union Representative (2007-2009)
• Neighborhood Leadership Institute – Fellow, 2004-2005
• Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation, Princeton University – Fellow, Summer 2002

• NJ Social Studies K-12 Standard Certification
• NJ Standard Elementary Teaching Certification
• Highly Qualified in Language Arts & Social Studies

• Identify and engage potential partners (businesses, educational institutions, community organizations, and governmental agencies) to advance workforce development initiatives.
• Manage ongoing partnership activities, ensuring effective implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with community stakeholders, local contractors, non-profits, and state/federal agencies for end-to-end program and project development.
• Orchestrated community and public policy forums to ensure transparency and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify grant opportunities, wrote compelling proposals, and tracked progress towards securing funding.
• Formulated and executed both short-term and long-term organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures.
• Conducted thorough analysis, design, documentation, and implementation of internal reporting systems and procedures within the department, enhanced operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Designed, coordinated, and implemented robust training programs for employees, covering both job responsibilities and departmental policies and procedures, contributing to continuous professional development and adherence to best practices.
• Planned, orchestrated, and successfully executed large-scale events for the city, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, strategic coordination, and a creative approach to ensure memorable and impactful experiences for attendees.
• Provided strategic leadership and goal setting for the Education Department; supervised all instructional staff.
• Delivered student support through the integration of technology and varied learning experiences.
• Planned and facilitated workshops and training sessions, including life-skills development and cultural awareness events.
• Participated in weekly education team meetings, full-staff meetings, interdisciplinary collaborations, and special project groups.
• Supported and helped coordinate student recruitment efforts and program orientation activities.
• Facilitated weekly small-group mentoring sessions and implemented male rites of passage programming.
• Coordinated a bi-weekly guest lecture series to expose students to diverse perspectives.
• Collaborated closely with Case Managers and Vocational Instructors to align educational programming with the organization’s mission and holistic approach to youth development.
• Chaired the School Climate Committee, leading initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive school environment.
• Co-chaired the Brother to Brother Day Program Committee, promoting mentorship, leadership development, and peer support among male students.