James Wurzler

Experience

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  The Catholic Center at the University of Vermont

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

  Liturgical Choir and Ensemble Director

  ► Founded first student-led liturgical music group at university in two decades► Recruited and directed a choir and ensemble of 20 students for weekly liturgies► Played music for “Youth Congress” liturgies in 2004 and 2005 in the Diocese of Burlington

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  Camp Tara-Holy Cross (Diocese of Burlington)

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2007

  Assistant Director / Director of Formation

  ► Interviewed, trained, managed, and mentored staff members► Managed registration, financial aid, and the day-to-day affairs of a residential camp for approximately 100 children (per week) between the ages of 6 and 16.► Supported and implemented fundamental changes to the camp in response to the new diocesan vision. ► Developed a sense of unity among staff and managed conflict resolution when necessary

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  Longhorn Steakhouse

  Aug 2009 - Nov 2014

  Server

  ► Provided exceptional service to my guests motivated by the genuine affection that I cultivated for them on a nightly basis► Routinely entrusted with the care of high maintenance and disgruntled customers to provide excellent experiences and develop customer loyalty► Employee of the Month Award, regularly won competitions in customer satisfaction surveys and sales

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  Oakland Catholic High School

  Sept 2011 - Jul 2012

  Teacher

  ► Oakland Catholic High School is an all-girls Catholic high school in Pittsburgh, PA.► Wrote lesson plans in conformity with the guidelines of both the school and of the Diocese of Pittsburgh ► Observations conducted by school administration and by diocesan official yielded positive reviews► With the blessing of the Oakland Catholic administration, I co-founded a youth group with the school chaplain at St. Paul’s Cathedral to serve the students in Oakland.► Position was eliminated due to a sharp decline in enrollment Show less

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  Vincentian Academy & Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Pittsburgh Campus

  Jul 2012 - Jun 2017

  Teacher

  ► Developed relationships with students and their families through which I was able to ascertain their interests, desires, and questions. This enabled me to most effectively demonstrate the relevance of the content to them as individuals. ► Worked closely with colleagues, staff, and administration to assess the diverse needs of students and develop strategies tailored to accommodate and form them► Participated in professional development conferences and workshops (NCEA Conference, TeachCollab)► Only teacher to be given overtime teaching responsibilities due to my own competency and innovative use of time and technological resources which caused me to be exceptionally efficient. Show less

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  Diocese of Steubenville

  Oct 2013 - Jun 2019

  Director of Youth Ministry/High School Campus Minister

  ► Spearheaded fundraising efforts which provide vital funding for two youth ministry programs. 2017 fundraiser generated a 31.04% increase in revenue over the previous year due to negotiations with supplier, marketing, and more aggressive targets.► Recruited and trained teams of Franciscan University students and young adults to take on essential leadership roles in relational work. ► Maintained consistent contact with targeted audience through use of social media (Twitter, Facebook, mass texting), bulletin inserts, meetings and newsletters. Constructed and maintained website with embedded event registration tools. Show less

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  AIM WOMENS CENTER

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2021

  Director Of Development

  - Initiated and cultivated strategic relationships with influencers and community leaders to increase and diversify our donor base and sphere of influence- Planned and oversaw the execution of every facet of the most successful fundraising banquet in the organization's history- Pioneered a highly successful virtual fundraising event in March of 2020 before there were guides or pundits to direct such efforts.

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  Williams Golf and Country Club

  May 2021 - Jul 2022

  Hospitality Associate

  - A great Covid job

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  Indulgences - Confectionery

  Apr 2022 - now

  Business Owner

  Indulgences Confectionery is the premier bakery of the Ohio Valley, specializing in cupcakes with Swiss meringue buttercream as well as crepes, both savory and sweet!

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  Symmetry Financial Group

  Sept 2022 - now

  Insurance Broker

  Licensed Health, Accident and Life Broker with Symmetry Financial Group, specializing in mortgage protection.

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  Dry Bones Ministries

  Feb 2023 - Apr 2024

  Director of Development And Communications
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  Ruah Woods Institute

  Mar 2024 - now

  Regional Sales and Implementation Consultant