Vicki ORourke
Vounteer Program Manager at San Diego Rescue Mission- Claim this Profile
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Cassidy Coleman
Vicki is the absolute definition of empathetic leadership. She asks guiding questions, listens deeply, and challenges those around her to be better. As a mentor over the last 15+ years, she has been generous and unreserved in her support and care. Vicki is a creative thinker with a sharp and inquisitive approach to problem solving. She cultivates connections between others and brings intentionality, passion, and care to everything she invests her time in, and those around here are better for it.
Molly Murphy
Vicki has been an incredible mentor for me, both personally and professionally for 10 years. She is intuitive and 100% present at all times. She puts her agenda aside to meet me exactly where I am. She truly wants what is best for me and doesn’t expect anything in return. Vicki engages others in the conversation too, drawing them in with thoughtful questions and honest enthusiasm. The group always grows when Vicki is around. New friends are made and lives are blessed. Vicki encourages everyone to be ‘others’ focused and walk with compassion and empathy. My favorite thing about Vicki is her unique way of blending fun, purpose, and passion into everything. I am definitely more joy-filled because of Vicki and more equipped to serve because of her training and investment.
Cassidy Coleman
Vicki is the absolute definition of empathetic leadership. She asks guiding questions, listens deeply, and challenges those around her to be better. As a mentor over the last 15+ years, she has been generous and unreserved in her support and care. Vicki is a creative thinker with a sharp and inquisitive approach to problem solving. She cultivates connections between others and brings intentionality, passion, and care to everything she invests her time in, and those around here are better for it.
Molly Murphy
Vicki has been an incredible mentor for me, both personally and professionally for 10 years. She is intuitive and 100% present at all times. She puts her agenda aside to meet me exactly where I am. She truly wants what is best for me and doesn’t expect anything in return. Vicki engages others in the conversation too, drawing them in with thoughtful questions and honest enthusiasm. The group always grows when Vicki is around. New friends are made and lives are blessed. Vicki encourages everyone to be ‘others’ focused and walk with compassion and empathy. My favorite thing about Vicki is her unique way of blending fun, purpose, and passion into everything. I am definitely more joy-filled because of Vicki and more equipped to serve because of her training and investment.
Cassidy Coleman
Vicki is the absolute definition of empathetic leadership. She asks guiding questions, listens deeply, and challenges those around her to be better. As a mentor over the last 15+ years, she has been generous and unreserved in her support and care. Vicki is a creative thinker with a sharp and inquisitive approach to problem solving. She cultivates connections between others and brings intentionality, passion, and care to everything she invests her time in, and those around here are better for it.
Molly Murphy
Vicki has been an incredible mentor for me, both personally and professionally for 10 years. She is intuitive and 100% present at all times. She puts her agenda aside to meet me exactly where I am. She truly wants what is best for me and doesn’t expect anything in return. Vicki engages others in the conversation too, drawing them in with thoughtful questions and honest enthusiasm. The group always grows when Vicki is around. New friends are made and lives are blessed. Vicki encourages everyone to be ‘others’ focused and walk with compassion and empathy. My favorite thing about Vicki is her unique way of blending fun, purpose, and passion into everything. I am definitely more joy-filled because of Vicki and more equipped to serve because of her training and investment.
Cassidy Coleman
Vicki is the absolute definition of empathetic leadership. She asks guiding questions, listens deeply, and challenges those around her to be better. As a mentor over the last 15+ years, she has been generous and unreserved in her support and care. Vicki is a creative thinker with a sharp and inquisitive approach to problem solving. She cultivates connections between others and brings intentionality, passion, and care to everything she invests her time in, and those around here are better for it.
Molly Murphy
Vicki has been an incredible mentor for me, both personally and professionally for 10 years. She is intuitive and 100% present at all times. She puts her agenda aside to meet me exactly where I am. She truly wants what is best for me and doesn’t expect anything in return. Vicki engages others in the conversation too, drawing them in with thoughtful questions and honest enthusiasm. The group always grows when Vicki is around. New friends are made and lives are blessed. Vicki encourages everyone to be ‘others’ focused and walk with compassion and empathy. My favorite thing about Vicki is her unique way of blending fun, purpose, and passion into everything. I am definitely more joy-filled because of Vicki and more equipped to serve because of her training and investment.
Experience
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San Diego Rescue Mission
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vounteer Program Manager
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May 2022 - Present
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San Diego Strike Force
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Advancement Officer
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Dec 2021 - May 2022
I'm excited to share I am hitting the field for my next gig. I've joined San Diego's only professional football team, the San Diego Strike Force as its new Chief Advancement Officer. I'll be partnering with companies in sponsorships and promoting the local community, as that support is as much a commitment as winning on the field. Our season starts March 2022. See you there! I'm excited to share I am hitting the field for my next gig. I've joined San Diego's only professional football team, the San Diego Strike Force as its new Chief Advancement Officer. I'll be partnering with companies in sponsorships and promoting the local community, as that support is as much a commitment as winning on the field. Our season starts March 2022. See you there!
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Santa Fe Christian Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director Of Admissions
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May 2007 - Jul 2021
Conceptualized and built the admissions department, including the development of strategic goals, efficient processes and systems and supervising two admissions managers. Recruited and enrolled more than 200 qualified students annually. Advanced a school with modest enrollment to a thriving school with 1,100 students and a healthy wait pool. - Generated new admissions revenues of more than $3 million each year. - Designed and presented 8-10 large gatherings to prospective families annually. - Identified, trained, and mobilized 100 parent and student ambassadors. - Developed community events that led to stable enrollment and a 93% retention. - Led multi-day trips and annual retreats mentoring students. - Partnered closely with the development team to identify and value donors. - Assisted in the development of school's website; created collateral materials, researched and identified appropriate enrollment software to facilitate ease of enrollment. - Worked closely with finance team to create and manage the annual budget. - Worked cross functionally with several departments to allocate $2.5 million in tuition assistance to families in need each year. Show less
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Childrens Activity Director
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2002 - 2007
Recruited 60+ campers for weeklong summer camps and trained 12 young adult leaders. Communicated benefits and growth with parents via newsletters. - Created and implemented quarterly family events, 150+ participants, to strengthen family bonds, link families to the church, and create fun for all ages. - Recruited and trained 300+ volunteers annually utilizing energetic, theme-based, gatherings and well-organized digital information. - Developed a youth group, where students were known, valued, and encouraged to grow spiritually. Sustained 40 students for 6 years. - Launched a sports ministry, increased volunteerism, and participation by 10%. Show less
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Camp Specialist
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1992 - 2001
Designed and supervised summer camp themed experiences for over 1000 campers. Innovated new specialty camps, partnering with SeaWorld, Legoland, SD Zoo and more. - Negotiated contracts with 15 local vendors serving 10 local YMCA branches. - Trained a staff of 150+ - Listened to all parent input and collaboratively devised solutions. - Authored “Adventures in Character” literature-based, multicultural character development series reinforcing the values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty. - Trained more than 100 childcare leaders at 10 YMCA branches in “Adventures in Character”. Show less
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Teacher
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1990 - 1996
- Taught 1st/2nd grade combo class. - Tutored hundreds of students in math and English as the Title I basic skills teacher. - Served on the school council. - Created joy and laughter as the school mascot. - Taught 1st/2nd grade combo class. - Tutored hundreds of students in math and English as the Title I basic skills teacher. - Served on the school council. - Created joy and laughter as the school mascot.
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Education
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University of California, Berkeley
English, English and Communicatioins -
1990 - 1991
San Diego State University
K-8 Teaching Credential, Elementary Education and Teaching
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