Community Outreach Assistant Director

Rahsaan E. Edwards

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Professional Summary

Resourceful and dedicated professional with over 15 years of experience spanning engineering support, youth development, logistics, and public service. Adept in machinery calibration, community outreach, and team leadership. Proven ability to collaborate across sectors, manage technical processes, and mentor individuals. Strong communicator and union representative committed to positive organizational and social impact.

Professional Experience

Atkore International – Mechanical and Technical Engineering Lead

Harvey, IL Sept 2022 – Present

Perform quality packaging and auditing of finished products.

Calibrate and maintain industrial machinery for mill maintenance operations.

Serve as Slitter Technician, processing and inventorying master coils.

Coordinate with Smurf and Receiving departments to secure appropriate steel materials.

Operate material handling equipment: overhead crane, 40-ton cart, Tugger, and forklift.

Elected Union Steward and Grievance Officer, advocating for workforce concerns.

I Am A Gentleman, Inc. (Volunteer) – Assistant Director of Youth Growth and Development / Director of Community Relations

Chicago, IL Aug 2015 – Present

Board member on Student Curriculum Committee; collaborate with educators and external agencies to support student academic and personal development.

Mentor, teach, and support youth and families as a counselor and advocate.

Serve as technical advisor and liaison across political, public, and private sectors to foster youth engagement and organizational partnerships.

Michael Lewis Company – Aeronautical LLogistics Team Lead

McCook, IL Nov 2015 – Aug 2022

Team Coordinator of scheduling, clients special requests and logistical strategies

Operated forklifts and pallet trucks in high-volume warehouse setting.

Managed shipping/receiving processes and audited orders.

Loaded and unloaded freight for air transport with precision and efficiency.

Summit Rebels Sports Organization (Volunteer) – Team Psychologist, Board Member, Youth Coach

Summit, IL Jul 1997 – Sept 2021

Oversaw physical, psychological, and emotional wellness of young athletes.

Planned fundraising and marketing strategies to support team operations.

Mentored youth (K–8) and served on the Board of Directors and the League’s D.O.R. Board (Directors of Rules & Regulations).

Community Call – Fundraiser / Customer Service Representative

Westchester, IL Jan 2010 – Apr 2014

Conducted fundraising calls for national charities (e.g., Wounded Warriors, Breast Cancer Foundation, State Troopers).

Delivered customer service and donor engagement across diverse campaigns.

Federated Recovery Systems – Collection Specialist

Chicago, IL May 2008 – Dec 2010

Investigated assets, served legal notices, and negotiated repayment terms.

Prepared documentation for pre-litigation and coordinated debt recovery efforts.

Education

Associate of Arts – Business Administration / Accounting

Phillips College of Chicago 1991

Skills & Certifications

Machinery Calibration & Maintenance

Logistics & Freight Handling

Conflict Resolution & Labor Relations

Youth Mentorship & Counseling

Public Speaking & Community Outreach

Forklift Certified (Sit-down, Tugger)

Microsoft Office Suite Basic Technical Support

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