Customer Service Armed Security

KENNETH R. DIGGS

202-***-**** ******@*****.***

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

●25 year experience in youth and community engagement.

●18 years in developing and delivering Anti Violence initiatives/services in Washington, DC

●Cleared for Top Secret (TS) information and granted access to Sensitive Compartmented Information Zones/Areas based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed on October 1, 2006, CACT Card issued.

●In depth knowledge of community assets and resources.

●25 year experience in youth development.

●15 year experience in Firefighting, Fire Prevention and Emergency Basic Life Saving Services.

●Superior driving skills and experience with Seagraves Ladder Truck, Pierce Engine, SUV, Multi Passenger Van, Dually and standard pickup trucks.

●Self-starter with the ability to work independently, as part of a team or in a leadership capacity.

●Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Windows, DOS, Firehouse and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

●Mentoring Training Workshop (The National Council Of Negro Women) April 27, 2003

●CPR/AED (Health East/Minnesota) March 18, 2004

●Driver Ops/Mobile Water Supply (DoD) Feb. 3, 2007

●Tele-communicator I/II (DoD/IFSAC) October 19, 2006

●Conflict Resolution (Children’s Youth Investment Trust Corp.) April 20, 2013

●First Responder (IFSAC) April 20, 2001

●EMT Basic (D.C. Department Of Health) November 5, 2004

●Letter of Appreciation and Compliance (Ellen Wells, DHS) November 1, 2013

●Restorative Justice (Principles and Practices 186 hours) (DC Office of Attorney General) February 2019

EXPERIENCE

Eagles Nest Youth Association-Ward 8, Washington, DC

Vice President

May 2004 – Present

●I work closely with the Board of Directors and directly with the President in defining the mission of the organization.

●Under the direction of the Board of Directors and President, I lead the daily operation of the organization; outlining the duties and responsibilities of volunteers. My management ensures that all mission objectives are met.

●I engage businesses and citizens to support various causes and/or our mission. Creating fundraising ideas, implementing fundraising events and having personal involvement with all fundraising activities.

●Have oversight of our Education/STEM department's budget. I also assist in the allocation of department budgets and redistributing funds to departments that are running over or under budget.

●Compile periodic reports outlining the finances and operational successes or failure of the organization for submission to the board of directors on an annual, semi-annual or quarterly basis.

Wackenhut – Military Contract

Kirkuk Iraq

Firefighter/Inspector

September 1, 2006 – November 16, 2007

●Coordinated and scheduled travel for WSI personnel to, from and throughout theater in Iraq.

●Inspected military quarters, compounds, construction properties and major buildings, while ensuring compliance with safety codes and ratings.

●Utilized oral and written communication (Excel and Firehouse) in presenting developed strategies for the use of promoting hazard and safety awareness and its compliance.

●Planned, coordinated and assisted multi units, KBR contractors, Air Force and Army personnel on relevant training and safety exercises.

Truck 16/Engine 32 – Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DCFD)

Washington, DC

Firefighter, Truck Driver, Ladder Ops, EMT-B

October 1, 1999 – October 31, 2006

●Performed a variety of hazardous tasks in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires.

●Effectively Operate/Drive Tiller Truck in response to Emergency Calls within city streets.

●Utilized specialized Tools and Skills in combating fires, minimizing risk and saving lives associated with Emergency Responses.

●Operated and effectively Administered AED in compromised cardiac Medical Emergencies.

P.R. Harris, Barry Farm, Frederick Douglas and Bald Eagle Recreation Centers -

DC Parks & Recreation (DPR)

Washington, DC

Recreation Specialist

October 1990 – April 2006

●Chaired several Major DPR programs, notably the Mayoral endorsed Books and Balls.

●Acted as liaison for DPR in its partnership with Public Housing.

●Supervised and computed time/attendance for approximately 15 employees

●Operated 15 passenger van in transporting Campers, Participants, Children, Seniors and/or Athletes to various Events, Field Trips, or to scheduled Games as needed.

●Managed site specific Recreation Centers and Facilities as needed, and required in providing a variety of Services and Resources to its patrons.

Community Partner Friends Of DC Parks & Recreation

Oct 2013 – Jun 2016

Social Services

2013-15 Worked with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), Division of Early Learning, in developing and adopting new K-12 science standards meant to strengthen science education by prioritizing critical thinking and problem solving over memorization of facts. (Next Generation Science Standards)

2013-15, as a volunteer and community partner, I provided Pro Bono sports officiating training and services for various sports competitions.

2013-15 hosted STEM Carnivals, along with Madden Super Bowl parties, and workshops on video game development/design. (The rationale for this approach reflects the popularity of video games with young people and an increasing awareness among educators that this interest offers an alternative learning approach)

2013, 14 S.M.A.R.T. (STEM after school program all year round-Saturday Academy)

2013-15 SUMMER STEM camp

2013-15 Competitions and Events i.e. DC STEM Fair, USA Science and Engineer Festival and LEGO Championship

Youth Sports

2008-16 POP Warner Football -Tackle Football teams (Tiney Mites, 65, 85 and 110lbs)

2007- Shoot Hoops Not Bullets Summer Basketball (SHNB) (8 teams in 2007; 2016 serving over 600 youth and adults)

Adult Sports

2014-16 Big O Kickball league

1998-2009 Sunday Breakfast Club (Adult Basketball)

Support Services

2016- Workforce Development through Building Futures, CSC & Event Staffing (Congress Heights, Bald Eagle & Ferebee Hope Recreation Centers)

2009-16 Book bag & School Supply giveaway

2014-17 Young Men Of Promise (Mentoring, Tutoring, Ties To Success young male grooming/etiquette and professional development)

2012-16 Senior’s Thanksgiving Dinner (Annual in partnership with Bald Eagle Staff)

2014 Holiday Haircuts for underprivileged youth (WB Patterson Elementary School)

2015 Toys For Tots

2014-16 Entrepreneurial/Workforce Development workshops for Bald Eagle Recreation Center young adults

2013-16 Cancer Awareness Advocate: Ward 8 Breast Cancer Walk & philanthropist

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