William King
Chapel Hill,NC
Summary
Community-oriented volunteer with extensive experience in gardening, event support, and housing outreach. Over six summers, managed all aspects of vegetable gardening on a half-acre family farm—from soil preparation and fencing to planting and harvest—while sharing produce with neighbors and experiencing firsthand how food builds community. Additional volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity and the Eric Montross Basketball Camp developed strong teamwork, communication, and event logistics skills. Excited to bring this blend of hands-on growing experience and community engagement to the UNC Community Gardens team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Eric Montross Father's Day Basketball Camp
Chapel Hill, NC
06.2018 - Current
- Facilitated structural management processes to enhance project efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between staff, volunteers, and campers to ensure a smooth operation.
- Supported event setup and breakdown, maintaining a safe environment for all attendees.
- Demonstrated effective teamwork by collaborating with fellow volunteers on various tasks.
Garden Volunteer
Family Farm
Chapel Hill, NC
06.2018 - 09.2024
- Maintained half-acre vegetable garden for 10-15 hours per week over six summer seasons, including planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting diverse crops.
- Constructed and repaired physical infrastructure including fenceposts and animal-proof wiring to protect crops from wildlife.
- Prepared soil through tilling and maintained optimal growing conditions throughout the season.
- Distributed harvested produce to neighbors, contributing to local food sharing and community connection.
- Developed practical knowledge of plant life cycles, sustainable growing practices, and the physical demands of outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
Volunteer
Habitat for Humanity
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Learned safety protocols and procedures for worksite operations.
- Facilitated housing outreach programs that promoted a supportive community environment and strengthened resident connections.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to promote safety and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-2028
GED - undefined
Carrboro High School
NC06-2024
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Organized and efficient
- Time management
- Relationship building
Certification
Certified Wilderness First Responder, NOLS - July 2025
Languages
English
French
Interests
- Martial Arts - To-Shin Do, 8 years experience, black belt
- Piano - 4 years experience
Timeline
Volunteer
Habitat for Humanity
08.2022 - 06.2024
Volunteer
Eric Montross Father's Day Basketball Camp
06.2018 - Current
Garden Volunteer
Family Farm
06.2018 - 09.2024
GED - undefined
Carrboro High School
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
- Https://tarheels.live/williamking/
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-king-468438347/
Leadership Opportunities
- Treasurer
- Carrboro High School Fencing Club, Chapel Hill, NC
- Advised management regarding expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations.