Monday, October 6, 2014

James's Resume

                                                                                                                                       James D. Moore

                                                                                                                                Columbus, OH 43224                                                                                                                                           (614) 893-5970                                                                                                                               jmooreou@gmail.com 


"James is an experienced educator who is skilled in turning theory into practice focused on positive 
community change."  - Sara Neikirk, Executive Director, Communities in Schools (Retired)

"James is an enthusiastic, dedicated individual who engages students in real world issues and has 
experience with grassroots campaigns. I highly recommend James for a position in any organization that  needs someone who is persistent, adaptable, and creative."  - Dr. Karen Muir, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, Columbus State Community College


COMMUNITY SERVICE PROFESSIONAL:

Community Service and Research Professional. Analytical and creative, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Academic and public policy background, possess strong gap analysis and stakeholder identification abilities. Passionate about improving the community and working with at risk populations.


AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

Advocacy, Convening, Public Speaking, Written Communication, Research, Collaboration,

Community Outreach, Community Organizing, Planning and Policy, Program Management


PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Department of Social Sciences Annual Adjunct Appreciation Award, 2011

Department of Social Sciences Annual Adjunct Appreciation Award Nominee, 2010, 2011

Consistent strong classroom evaluations from colleagues and lead instructors in the Social

Sciences Department

Consistent strong classroom evaluations from students at Columbus State Community College


RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Columbus Torah Academy, Columbus, OH (2012-2013)

Upper School Social Studies Teacher

• Develop daily lesson plans based on state and school guidelines.

• Understand and adapt to different student learning styles.

• Collaborate with other faculty to develop multidisciplinary lessons.

• Prepare students for Ohio Graduation and Advanced Placement tests.


Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH (2009-2012)

Adjunct Faculty, College of Social Sciences

• Plan and implement class syllabi including lesson plan development and execution.

• Foster a supportive environment encouraging individual participation.

• Use group projects as an informative and creative method of enhancing individual ownership of the

material.

• Establish and manage evaluation procedures for student work.

• Assess students’ interests and abilities as it relates to future study in the field or their chosen career.


Cornerstone Community Development Corporation, Columbus, OH (2008- 2009) 

Executive Director (Volunteer)

• Built relationships within the Olde Towne East community to further sustainable economic

development.

• Found and attracted clients for workforce development programs.

• Implemented a search for a Board of Directors.

• Managed the day to day operations including development of organizational infrastructure and

operations.

• Found and obtained funding for the organization’s programs.


Moore Power Consulting, Columbus, OH (2007- 2008)

Political Consultant/Grass-Roots Organizer

• Developed strategies based on client needs.

• Worked with clients to develop relationships with elected officials and community stakeholders.

• Guided client organizations in developing organizational infrastructure and policies.

• Planned and implemented community outreach programs.

• Planned and implemented political fundraisers.


OSU College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, Office of Government Relations, 

Columbus, OH (2005- 2006)

Program Coordinator (2006)

• Coordinated College legislative activities and special events with partners such as Ohio Farm

Bureau, Farm Science review and the College’s Legislative Luncheon.

• Prepared briefings on Legislative issues impacting the College for elected officials and College

Administration including the Vice President and Dean of the College.

• Managed and supervised student workers, as well as daily operations of office, and the Agricultural

Industry Coalition Suite at the Jerome Schottenstein Center .

• Created “Voices in Advocacy” newsletter, which is distributed to Ohio’s Congressional Delegation,

General Assembly members, and County Commissioners.

• Composed and proofread legislative correspondence.



Office Associate (2005 –2006)

• Coordinated activities of two volunteer advisory councils.

• Maintained travel schedule and handled arrangements for director of Government Relations.

• Processed and maintained fiscal materials for the office of Government Relations.


OSU College of Social Work, Columbus, OH (2005) 

Project Assistant

• Assisted with the administration of a community schools research project.

• Organized and maintained supply inventory, established system for ordering and maintaining

supply levels.

• Planned and implemented events and meetings for project stakeholders.

• Assisted in the management of the project budget.


VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

First English Lutheran Church, Columbus, OH (2007-Present) 

• Helped organize the First English Lutheran Church 160th Anniversary celebration.

• Wrote a Coalition for a Non-Violent Columbus Grant.

• Worked with the Community Organizer at Central Community House to develop a workforce

development program.

• Worked closely with the Pastor, Columbus State Community College faculty, the City Attorney's

Office, the U.S. Attorney's Office, neighborhood partners, and neighborhood residents to

implement Project Safe Neighborhoods, a neighborhood based violence prevention program.

• Provided organizational support for Project Cease Fire.

• Obtained city permits for summer block parties.

• Helped organize Thursday Night Dinners for the surrounding neighborhood.

• Organized and held landlords' association meetings.

• Canvassed the neighborhood with residents and church members.

• Participated in weekly "Good Neighbor Walks" to help create a culture of non-violence in the

neighborhood.

• Participated in numerous community meetings, planning sessions, and events.


EDUCATION:

Master of Arts , Ohio University

Major: Political Science

Concentration: Political Theory

** worked as a Graduate Associate in the Political Science department while earning my M.A.

Bachelor of Arts , Ohio University

Major: Political Science

Concentration: International Relations

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