Manager Human Resources

daniel j. thompson

**** *. ******* ***** **************, IN 47933

765-***-**** ab84oy@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Distinguished management career leading the planning, development, budgeting, marketing and operations of

corporate and non-profit organizations. Eager to bring value to an organization using a robust combination of 21

years background in corporate and not-for-profit business and project management. Proven experience as a mature

leader who values teamwork, collaboration, quality and diversity. Detail oriented, analytical motivator who ensures

staff, volunteers and Board of Directors work in concert. Excellent project management, problem-solving,

communications, interpersonal and presentation skills. Reinforces the belief and expectation in excellence through

role modeling. Strategic thinker who leads with vision, creativity and imagination.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Organizational Management Strategic Planning Event Management

Staff Supervision Change Management Project Management

Budget Management Marketing Facility Management

Database Management Graphic Design Operations Management

Client Relations Non-profit Administration Administrative Management

HUMAN RESOURCES, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

Coordinated design and execution of corporate promotions and cause-related marketing activities; Designed,

produced, wrote & edited monthly newsletter, annual report, capabilities brochures, weekly bulletins, inserts,

connect cards, surveys, advertisements, offering envelopes, church Christmas card & press releases; Provided

voiceover for live webcast productions; Wrote & recorded two radio commercial spots; Designed elegant

commemorative posters & large banners.

Developed and designed corporate web sites including concept, content, layout, architecture, graphic design,

donation and payment processing capabilities, and integration of live webcast delivery technology.

Established corporate identity and brand management including logo, fonts and color scheme. Created marketing

pieces for internal audience, and outside audience, through original personal photography. Photography and

advertisement designs have appeared in Chicago Magazine and numerous trade publications.

Researched and prepared 100’s of articles encouraging life -change and self-improvement.

Taught groups of 400 people in areas of theology and communicated the themes of the Bible with clarity to

bring about conviction, personal growth, relief, comfort, blessing, encouragement and guidance with

practical applications to real-life.

Prepared and designed multiple courses to train employees and volunteers in HR management, policies,

procedures and systems.

Championed repositioning of corporate mission and strategy resulting in more refined focus and broader

reach and impact.

daniel j. thompson

5995 E. Boulder Drive Crawfordsville, IN 47933

765-***-**** ab84oy@r.postjobfree.com

LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

A philosophy of servant-leadership and methodology of leading by example. A heart to design, develop and implement

systems and processes while embracing change which facilitates growth and maturity for the organization and individual

employees. Effectively work with boards for vision-casting, goal setting, strategic planning, and change implementation. A

desire to energize, stimulate and lead others to action leveraging their personal skills and talents.

Coached and developed staff and leaders to maximize their potential by offering direction, support and inspiration.

Managed $1M annual departmental budget; prepared tracking, statistical analysis report on corporate revenue

performance; prepared forecasting, budget management, research, correspondences and public relations.

Monitored vendor contracts regularly and renegotiated to maximize services while minimizing costs. Researched

and applied administrative services benchmarks and best practices; established performance-based bonus

structure; Conducted annual staff reviews and evaluations; Provided staff compensation recommendations;

Developed position descriptions.

Executed 40 monthly meeting and events including allocation of space, room configuration, audio visual setup, rate

negotiations, staffing, catering, special guests, etc.

Designed corporate-wide accounting system aligned with the corporate core values. Introduced more robust

accounting practices leveraging QuickBooks.

Introduced HRIS database for managing contacts including attendance, giving, ministry involvement,

classes attended, baptisms, small groups, reporting, counseling, visitation, email, etc.

Managed delivery of world-class staff services including office planning, telecommunications, security management,

service and maintenance, space management, ergonomics, temperature control, art and décor, vending, contract

cleaners; recruiting, orientation, time and expense reporting, corporate travel, records management, purchasing,

contracts, security, fax, mail and courier services, audio visual, meeting and events, food and beverage services

and front desk operations;

Participated in architectural design team for 80,000 square feet build-out in 60-story building.

Spearheaded annual black tie fundraising gala including silent and live auction donor solicitation, site selection,

payment processing, commemorative program, gifts, etc.

Cultivated donors by working with Executive Director to engage member participation in specific projects and

campaign efforts including individual solicitation of in-kind, matching and private gifts.

Established & maintained partnerships for philanthropic activities including identification, cultivation and stewardship

of Foundation support; Presented mission and case before prospective partners, donors and sponsors to secure

support for the Foundation; Responsible for growth of Foundation membership and recognition among

constituencies.

Participated as active member of Development Team ensuring facility, programs and services exceed all

expectations; Participated in strategic planning, vision and goal setting for donor & sponsor programs.

Managed accuracy and timely execution of all outgoing donor communications including acknowledgements, donor

reports and endowment reports; Produced and oversaw donor solicitations including direct mail, personal

solicitations and corporate fundraising.

Formulated and implemented strategies to establish, maintain and strengthen favorable public attitudes towards

Foundation.

Lead corporate grant renewal program for over 100 organizations ensuring all requests and reports are

submitted on deadline; evaluated proposals for monetary support by other non-profit organizations.

Created a multi-year strategic marketing plan to establish position and introduce the Pritzker Military Library

as a premier resource for the study of military history; Developed corporate ma rketing strategy to attract,

grow and develop the brightest and most influential people to make a broader impact on community and

constituencies.

Turned around an underperforming service department into a highly profitable business unit.

Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated, coached and motivated staff of ten.

daniel j. thompson

5995 E. Boulder Drive Crawfordsville, IN 47933

765-***-**** ab84oy@r.postjobfree.com

Formulated, wrote and implemented new employee orientation manual and handbook; conducted “new hire”

training & site tours for all facility and administrative services.

Researched and wrote corporate Emergency Action Plan in wake of 9/11.

Maintained confidential personnel files and related paperwork for individual employee time -off needs.

Researched and applied administrative services benchmarks and best practices; established performance -

based bonus structure; Conducted annual staff reviews and evaluations; Provided staff compensation

recommendations; Developed position descriptions.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Master of Divinity, Liberty University, July 2011.

Master of Religious Education, Cum Laude, Liberty University, May 2010.

Master of Arts, Cum Laude, Liberty University, August 2009.

Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, Liberty University, October 2006.

Certificate in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, First in Class, U.S. Navy, October 1991.

EXPERIENCE

2012 – 2013 New Hope Christian Church. A non-denominational Christian

Senior Minister

church of 450 people in Crawfordsville, IN.

2008 – 2012 Mount Auburn Christian Church. A non-denominational Christian

Senior Minister

church of 150 people in Cape Girardeau, MO.

2006 – 2008 Arundel Christian Church. A non-denominational Christian church

Associate Minister

of 400 people in Glen Burnie, MD.

2003 – 2006 Pritzker Military Library. A non-profit foundation in, Chicago, IL

Operations/Project Manager

specializing in furthering the ideal of the Citizen Soldier &

philanthropic giving to like-minded organizations.

2001 – 2003 Compass Lexecon. An economic consulting firm in Chicago, IL

Office Services Manager

specializing in expert research and litigation in matters of law and

economics.

2000 – 2001 NationsFirst Financial. A mortgage lending firm in Merrillville, IN

Regional Account Manager

specializing in loans for borrowers with average credit h istory.

2001 – 2003 United States Naval Reserves, Forest Park, IL

Human Resources Manager

1999 – 2000 Donahoe, Purohit, Miller. An advertising agency in Chicago, IL

Office Services Manager

specializing in the pharmaceutical industry.

1997 – 1999 Deloitte Consulting. A global business process consulting firm with

Office & Facilities Manager

local offices in Chicago, IL.

1997 – 1997 J.W. Holding Group. A consortium of government contractors in

Office Manager

the food services industry located in Miller, IN.

1994 – 1996 United States Navy, Norfolk, VA

Human Resources Manager

1991 – 1993 United States Navy, Groton, CT

Human Resources Specialist

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