Burnett Adams
Dorchester, Mass 02124
508(203)0169
Desired employment
To work in a community oriented Non-Profit organization that will allow me
to use my experience and communication skills to work in a team oriented
environment that will be beneficial to those that the organization serves.
Experience with non-profit organizations
March 1998 to August 2000
Winooski High School, Winooski Vermont. Activities Director.
Responsible for coordinating afterschool and summer programming for 300
middle and high school students. Under the Direction of Principle Ned
Caron, and federally funded grant, worked to provide viable alternatives to
urban area students. Highlight of tenure
Was the creation of the first teen center for the city of Winooski. This
project was achieved in conjunction with the mayor's office and the Vermont
Air National Guard which provided the facility. A volunteer program was
established with respect to diversity of programming, and utilization of
facilities at the high school, which allowed for full participation of all
students.
June 1990 to August 1997
Harlem Wizards - North Bergen, N.J. Wizards pregame in school assembly
program.
As a playing member of the Harlem Wizards show basketball team, conducted
pregame assembly programs for students at the host school, with emphasis on
the personal development that sports could impact on their lives. Question
and answer sessions as well as student participation in on court activities
with team members were implemented.
Professional Experience
May 2009 to Present
Securitas Security - North Quincy, Massachusetts. Courtesy Officer
Responsible for customer service at State Street Corporation and general
security concerns. CPR certified.
March 2008 to March 2009
Atlanta Sheraton Hotel-Atlanta,Georgia. Security Department. Loss
Prevention.
Investigated assets lost on hotel property by guests and provided a secure
environment for a 1200 room five star hotel. Received prestigious Starwood
for recognition for outstanding customer service.
Education
Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts 1979-1983
Received B.A in Speech Arts Communications May, 2010. Public Relations and
Marketing.
St. Patrick's H.S., Elizabeth N.J.
Athletic Achievements
Professional Basketball athlete-Europe.
Four year letterman at Boston College. Varsity basketball.
High School All American Basketball Selection.
Civic Organizations
Member Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.
Big Brothers Association of America.
Bomb squad AAU Basketball program.
References
J.Donald Monan S.J. Boston College
Wayne Budd LLC Goodwin Proctor
Gene Difilipo Athletic Director B.C.