Gary L. Williams Jr
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MacArthur Antigua
I've had the pleasure of working with Gary on several Public Allies Alumni (#PAAlum) initiatives, and have been impressed by his affable command of a room, his relentless push for equity, and for his deft analysis of how to pull the right levers to move work forward. I consider him to be among one of our most important leaders in the Public Allies Alumni network.
Lisa Rawlings
Gary is an experienced community organizer who is as effective in the neighborhood as he is in an office. He's able to think about the big picture and, when necessary, execute the details of campus-wide tech project.
MacArthur Antigua
I've had the pleasure of working with Gary on several Public Allies Alumni (#PAAlum) initiatives, and have been impressed by his affable command of a room, his relentless push for equity, and for his deft analysis of how to pull the right levers to move work forward. I consider him to be among one of our most important leaders in the Public Allies Alumni network.
Lisa Rawlings
Gary is an experienced community organizer who is as effective in the neighborhood as he is in an office. He's able to think about the big picture and, when necessary, execute the details of campus-wide tech project.
MacArthur Antigua
I've had the pleasure of working with Gary on several Public Allies Alumni (#PAAlum) initiatives, and have been impressed by his affable command of a room, his relentless push for equity, and for his deft analysis of how to pull the right levers to move work forward. I consider him to be among one of our most important leaders in the Public Allies Alumni network.
Lisa Rawlings
Gary is an experienced community organizer who is as effective in the neighborhood as he is in an office. He's able to think about the big picture and, when necessary, execute the details of campus-wide tech project.
MacArthur Antigua
I've had the pleasure of working with Gary on several Public Allies Alumni (#PAAlum) initiatives, and have been impressed by his affable command of a room, his relentless push for equity, and for his deft analysis of how to pull the right levers to move work forward. I consider him to be among one of our most important leaders in the Public Allies Alumni network.
Lisa Rawlings
Gary is an experienced community organizer who is as effective in the neighborhood as he is in an office. He's able to think about the big picture and, when necessary, execute the details of campus-wide tech project.
Experience
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France-Merrick Foundation
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Officer
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Sep 2021 - Present
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Baltimore Corps
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Deputy Director of Programs, Public Allies Baltimore
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Sep 2018 - Sep 2021
• Promoted from Senior Program Manager to Deputy Director of Programs • Led the re-launch of the Public Allies Maryland program, a ten-month long AmeriCorps nonprofit leadership development program • Oversee the daily operations of the program including recruiting AmeriCorps members, engaging host sites in the supervision of AmeriCorps members, and staff supervision • Supervised staff in the development of training curriculum and individual coaching of AmeriCorps members • Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement a recruiting strategy for AmeriCorps members and host organizations Show less
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Family League of Baltimore
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Manager, Bmore for Healthy Babies Communities
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Aug 2015 - Sep 2018
• Oversee the work of Bmore for Healthy Babies community programs, supporting lead agencies to ensure they are meeting the needs of the communities they are working in; evaluating outcomes and providing coaching and technical assistance • Manage contracts for lead agencies for community programs • Collaborate with lead agencies to complete and implement a strategic plan for community engagement; build sustainable neighborhood action teams • Oversee the work of Bmore for Healthy Babies community programs, supporting lead agencies to ensure they are meeting the needs of the communities they are working in; evaluating outcomes and providing coaching and technical assistance • Manage contracts for lead agencies for community programs • Collaborate with lead agencies to complete and implement a strategic plan for community engagement; build sustainable neighborhood action teams
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University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB)
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Program Manager
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Aug 2011 - Jan 2015
Senior Program Manager, Center for Community-Based Engagement & Learning ● Supervising and managing the effort to work with community-based organizations, faith organizations, and childcare operators in order to increase childcare opportunities in Southwest Baltimore. ● Collaborating with Southwest Partnership and James McHenry Elementary School to develop and implement strategy to repurpose the James McHenry Recreation Center to provide out of school time programming for Southwest Baltimore youth. ● Collaborating with on-campus partners to host President’s Symposium on Community Engagement Senior Program Manager, Public Allies Maryland ● Developed and implemented an Ally/AmeriCorps member recruitment strategy for Public Allies Maryland, based on diversity/inclusions goals set by local staff, resulting in a ten percent increase in program access for non-degreed applicants ● Developed and implemented a ten-month long leadership development training curriculum for twenty-five Public Allies/AmeriCorps members resulting in improved readiness for program participants to launch careers in social change ● Developing and facilitating fee-for-service leadership development training for Baltimore RecoveryCorps ● Working with the Executive Director to implement a non-profit and public sector partner recruitment strategy ● Provided ongoing support and supervision to five Allies placed in a variety of non-profit and public sector organizations ● Developed and implemented an Ally recruitment strategy for Public Allies Maryland resulting in a ten percent increase in program access for non-degreed applicants ● Ensured program compliance with AmeriCorps National Direct grant Show less
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Service Coordinator
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Aug 2010 - Aug 2011
* Supervised a team of case workers whom provided service to youth involved int he juvenile justice system * Reported daily and monthly progress of the team * Implemented training and learning for staff * Facilitated and led an outreach effort to increase referrals to program * Supervised a team of case workers whom provided service to youth involved int he juvenile justice system * Reported daily and monthly progress of the team * Implemented training and learning for staff * Facilitated and led an outreach effort to increase referrals to program
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Job Opportunities Task Force
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Employment Specialist/ Public Ally
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Jan 2010 - Jul 2010
* Recruit 30 participants for JumpStart, a workforce training and certification program. * Provide case management services to graduates and current participants to build individual resumes and develop employment skills. * Evaluate participants' needs and connect them to various programs to promote their ability to maintain employment. * Coordinate online assessment to connect clients to public assistance using the EarnBenefits screening tool. Responsibilities include providing follow-up and case management to clients to ensure they received the benefits they applied for. Show less
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Community Outreach Coordinator/ Public Ally
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Oct 2009 - Jan 2010
* Worked with seven neighborhood associations to address issues of crime, unemployment, and health in Southwest Baltimore. * Assisted in resource development by responding to city request for proposals for Community Development Block Grant to support employment development programs. * Developed partnerships between neighborhood associations in order to address issues of crime and community health * Worked with seven neighborhood associations to address issues of crime, unemployment, and health in Southwest Baltimore. * Assisted in resource development by responding to city request for proposals for Community Development Block Grant to support employment development programs. * Developed partnerships between neighborhood associations in order to address issues of crime and community health
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Teacher
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Aug 2008 - Aug 2009
* Developed lesson plans and instructed two classes of 7th grade Latin grammar and syntax. * Trained in classroom management and curriculum development * Met with parents year-round to facilitate academic improvement with students * Taught one section of 6th grade Basic Math. Collaborated with 6th grade Math teachers to develop a remedial track for students behind grade-level proficiency. * Served as assistant coach of wrestling team. Developed and implemented workout drills for the team. * Worked with 7th grade team in order to assess and manage various issues within the 7th grade class. Show less
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Mercyhurst University
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United States
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Higher Education
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500 - 600 Employee
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Resident Assistant
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May 2006 - May 2008
* Supervised 26 co-ed college students in a residential setting. * Coordinated monthly educational, social, and team building activities. * Trained in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and active listening. * Appointed to leadership position based upon a rigorous selection process. * Supervised 26 co-ed college students in a residential setting. * Coordinated monthly educational, social, and team building activities. * Trained in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and active listening. * Appointed to leadership position based upon a rigorous selection process.
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Education
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University of Baltimore
MS, Non-profit Management & Social Entrepreneurship -
Mercyhurst University
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Friends School of Baltimore