Caleb Payne is seeking a position that utilizes his experience in ministry and nonprofit management. He has over 7 years of experience managing day-to-day operations and personnel at Inner City Mission in Springfield, IL, including overseeing finances, facilities, and volunteer groups. He holds a Master's degree in Philosophy and a Bachelor's degree in Intercultural Studies from Lincoln Christian University.
1. Caleb Payne
714 N 7th St. • Springfield, IL 62702
217-414-3062 • caleb@innercitymission.net
EDUCATION
Lincoln Christian University Lincoln, IL
M.A. in Philosophy, degree candidate (2013-present)
• Degree underway, anticipated completion June 2016
Lincoln Christian University Lincoln, IL
B.A. in Intercultural Studies with an emphasis in Bible (2006-2011)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Inner City Mission Springfield, IL
Director of Operations (2011-present)
•Managed personnel
• Supervised five office and maintenance employees
• Coordinated volunteer groups
• Oversaw multiple building projects using volunteers and/or contractors
• Managed finances, grounds and facilities
• Managed all financial accounts and payroll
• Oversaw two year-end audits; both were successful, clean audits
• Maintained upkeep of all grounds and facilities
Inner City Mission Springfield, IL
Lodge Supervisor (2008-present)
• Supervised 25-40 homeless persons during 24 hour shifts
• Maintained peace and safety of the shelter
• Developed relationships with residents and their children
Lincoln Christian University Lincoln, IL
Camp Team Leader (2007-2008)
• Managed two teams of college students during back-to-back summers
• Attended 15 weeks of camp as a college faculty member
• Prepared and taught regular lessons
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Small Group Leader (2008, 2013-present)
• Led a small group of college students at Lincoln Christian College
• Led a small group of young adults at Westside Christian Church in Springfield, IL
2. Camp Faculty (2006-2013)
• Attended 17 weeks as a representative for Inner City Mission
• Performed the following roles:
• Served as missionary/presenter for all 17 weeks
• Served as dorm parent for four of the weeks
• Served as teacher for 12 of the weeks
Program Teacher for Inner City Mission (2011-present)
• Developed curriculum for the Stability Project
• Taught multiple classes to the residents of Inner City Mission
High School Sunday School Teacher (2011-2013)
• Taught every other Sunday at Southside Christian Church in Springfield, IL
CERTIFICATION
Certified DISC Personality Profiler through the Institute for Motivational Living, Inc.
• Certification completed in October 2013
• Administered multiple profiles
• Held countless individual conversations on personality and behavioral styles
SKILLS
Interpersonal Skills
• Works well with a variety of people
• Works effectively on a team or leading a team
Problem-Solving Skills
• Analyzes problems quickly and efficiently
• Tested at the 98th percentile in problem-solving ability in High School
Communication Skills
• Possesses excellent written and oral skills
Computer Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Quickbooks Non-Profit
Language Skills
• Intermediate Spanish
3. Caleb Payne
714 N 7th St. • Springfield, IL 62702
217-414-3062 • caleb@innercitymission.net
REFERENCES
Ministry References
Donna Lomelino
Fellow Supervisor, Inner City Mission
Springfield, IL
Cell: 217-741-9134
donna@innercitymission.net
Andrew Fitzgibbon
Director of Small Group’s and Men’s Ministries, Westside Christian Church
Springfield, IL
Work: 217-793-2800 ext. 3433
Fitz@wschurch.org
Lynn Laughlin
Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations, Lincoln Christian University
Lincoln, IL
Work: 217-732-3168 ext. 2219
llaughlin@lincolnchristian.edu
Character References
Adam Hayward
Close friend, 7 years
Broken Arrow, OK
Cell: 309-824-9015
the.haywards@hotmail.com
John Harris
Former ministry mentor, long-time friend, 5 years
Lowell, IN
Cell: 219-644-7045
john@lcoc-online.org