Zachary Arduca
Danville,VA
Summary
Accomplished Deputy Sheriff and Director of Music Ministries at Fairview United Methodist Church, adept in de-escalation techniques and organizational leadership. Demonstrated success in enhancing public safety, fostering community engagement, and leading comprehensive music programs. Skilled in emergency response and program development, contributing to significant improvements in operational efficiency and community relations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
City Of Danville
03.2024 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate reports and records, aiding in the proper documentation of cases for judicial proceedings.
- Testified effectively in court, presenting clear evidence that contributed to successful case outcomes.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of 200+ inmates and guards.
Director of Music Ministries
Fairview United Methodist Church
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Evaluated overall effectiveness of the music ministry by soliciting feedback from participants and attendees, using insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed a comprehensive music program, recruiting and training volunteer musicians and vocalists for various ensembles.
- Collaborated with clergy and staff to design meaningful worship experiences that aligned with liturgical themes and messages.
- Enhanced worship services with special musical offerings such as instrumental solos or guest performers to provide variety and inspiration for the congregation.
- Encouraged congregational participation in music ministry events through effective promotion via print materials, social media, and wordofmouth.
- Updated hymnal selections periodically to ensure relevance with current trends in religious music while maintaining traditional repertoire staples.
- Enhanced congregation engagement by incorporating diverse musical styles and instruments in worship services.
- Ensured high-quality sound during worship services by overseeing the audio-visual team responsible for sound mixing and multimedia presentations.
- Managed annual budgets for the music ministry, ensuring efficient allocation of resources towards equipment, sheet music, and events.
- Cultivated a positive rehearsal environment by implementing efficient scheduling, clear communication, and constructive feedback techniques.
- Organized seasonal productions such as Christmas cantatas or Easter celebrations, coordinating rehearsals, set designs, costumes, and promotional efforts.
- Increased choir membership by implementing targeted recruitment strategies and fostering an inclusive environment for all skill levels.
- Contributed to overall church leadership by participating in strategic planning meetings focused on long-term goals for congregational growth and development.
- Maintained a well-organized library of sheet music, recordings, and other resources necessary for the smooth functioning of the music ministry.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
Director of Traditional Worship
Fairview United Methodist Church
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
Deputy Sheriff
City Of Danville
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
- Testified effectively in court, presenting clear evidence that contributed to successful case outcomes.
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberals Arts + Humanities
Danville Community College
Danville, VA05.2016
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School
Danville, VA05.2014
Skills
De-Escalation Techniques
Integrity and ethics
Incident Response
Emergency Response
Liturgical knowledge
Youth engagement
Organizational Leadership
Choral Conducting
Audio engineering
Vocal coaching
Music Selection
Social Media Promotion
Arranging Skills
Copyright Compliance
Rehearsal scheduling
Fundraising expertise
Instrumental direction
Repertoire research
Community Service
Spiritual Guidance
Administrative Leadership
Project Management
Technology Integration
Program Development
Volunteer Recruitment
Program Planning
Event Scheduling
Producer, Recording & Mixing Engineer at River City Sounds
River City Sounds, LLC is a recording, mixing & mastering studio that I run, mainly specializing in Rock Music.
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
City Of Danville
03.2024 - Current
Director of Music Ministries
Fairview United Methodist Church
04.2023 - 02.2024
Director of Traditional Worship
Fairview United Methodist Church
04.2019 - 02.2020
Deputy Sheriff
City Of Danville
09.2018 - 03.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberals Arts + Humanities
Danville Community College
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School
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