CASEY HAWES

949.682.6506 • P.O. Box 9521-5043, Azusa, CA 91702 • hawescasey@gmail.com

E D U C A T I O N

MAS TER OR AR TS, LEA DERS HIP

Emphasis: Leadership Development
Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA | GPA 4.0 | Expected: May 2019

BACHELOR OF A RTS , S TU DIO AR T

Emphasis: Peacemaking and Conflict Resolution
Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, CA | GPA 4.0 | May 2009
o Honors: Summa cum laude Graduate, Highest Academic Achievement Award, Outstanding Student Leader Award
o Leadership Role: Resident Advisor
GEN ERA L S TU DIES
Merced Community College, Merced, CA | GPA 4.0 | May 2007
o Honors: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Student Athlete Scholastic Award

L E A D E R S H I P E X P E R I E N C E

RESIDENC E DIR EC TOR

Azusa Pacific University, Residence Life, Azusa, CA | July 2015 - Present
o Manage day-to-day operations of 10 buildings, including annual budget of $1,700 for a residential living-learning
community of 500+ residents.
o Execute consistent living area diversity initiatives, including facilitation of annual diversity group discussions for
25+ student leaders, supervision of events celebrating Black history month, advancement in residential
participation in ethnic organizations and supporting of women’s development initiatives (i.e. Clothesline Project).
o Lead team and individual relational interactions as supervisor, teacher, mentor and developer for 40+ Resident
Advisors (RAs) and 3 Assistant Resident Directors (ARDs).
o Implement, direct and organize 4 annual wilderness RA trainings as the lead gear team coordinator.
o Supervise and develop 4 RA teams through an annual wilderness experience resulting in a safe, reflective and
community-based experience for 45+ RAs.
o Collaborate with colleagues, campus pastors, counseling center, center for student reconciliation, learning
enrichment center, etc. to provide holistic support and resourcing to students within my span of care.
o Support and advocate for 250+ students through accountability and care team engagements, utilizing PeopleSoft.
o Conceptualize, coordinate and host area-specific and campus-wide events for groups ranging from 50-1,500+
students with budget of $200-$2,500 to meet departmental mission, values and initiatives for residential students.
o Empower staff in areas of faith development, coupled with provisions and support for mental health outcomes.
o Serve and counsel as an emergency responder and on-call crisis manager for 70+ calls during duty rotations.

DIR EC TOR OF H IGH SCH OOL MIN IS TRIES

San Clemente Presbyterian Church, San Clemente, CA | October 2009 - June 2014
o Supervised and mentored annual volunteer base of 20+ adult mentors and staff by providing consistent training
and leadership to support the spiritual and relational development of 100+ high school students weekly.
o Provided leadership through weekly worship, public communication and teaching.
o Developed and strategized the day-to-day operation and administration of all aspects and relational interactions
related to high school ministry, including oversight of $15,000 annual budget.
o Mediated family conflict, volunteer frustrations and student relational issues effectively on a week-to-week basis.
o Conceptualized leadership team of 8 students and empowered group to take action on objectives and goals for the
purpose of deeper engagement and student-led involvement.
o Collaborated with 25+ colleagues to facilitate regular communication, participation and teaching within the
organization for the benefit, development and growth of 2,500+ congregants.
o Oversaw the teaching, authorship and implementation of ministry curriculum for students, parents and volunteers.
 CASEY HAWES
949.682.6506 • P.O. Box 9521-5043, Azusa, CA 91702 • hawescasey@gmail.com

O U T D O O R L E A D E R S H I P E X P E R I E N C E

ASSIS TAN T DIR EC TOR

Emerald Cove Day Camp, San Juan Capistrano, CA | July 2014 - July 2015 (Summer Position)
o Executed overall supervision, crisis support and programming for 30+ staff and 300+ children campers.
o Supported staff in emotional, relational, spiritual and physical wellness each day, promoting successful relational
interactions, holistic care and personal thriving as counselors.
o Delegated and empowered staff and parents to execute camp curriculum and objectives, facilitating the
organization’s mission of educating and developing campers.
o Coordinated protocols of emergency response and preparedness ensuring the safety of campers, staff and parents.
CAMP SPEAKER
Grace Community Church, Visalia, CA (Hosted at Westmont College) | August 2014
o Formulated speaking and teaching points independently, as well as in collaboration with lead pastor in order to
build trust and rapport with leaders and students while becoming familiar with ministry culture.
o Developed and established strong connections with students, volunteers and lead pastor by actively engaging with
and supporting programs, small group discussions and spiritual formation.
o Influenced 100+ high school students and 20+ adult leaders through the privilege of speaking 9 times during the
weeklong camp by encouraging and teaching faith development.
HEAD B OYS COUNS ELOR, PR OGRAM ASSOCIATE
Yosemite Sierra Summer Camp, Bass Lake, CA | June 2007 - August 2009 (Summer Position)
o Facilitated the training, support and supervision of 12 peer counselors overseeing 80+ male campers weekly.
o Co-managed the day-to-day implementation and execution of weekly programming, training and mentorship for
the entire counseling staff, resulting in improved care and development for all campers.
o Chaired the organization, evaluation and communication for emergency protocol and response for entire camp.
o Led 10+ biweekly 3-day backpacking trips throughout the Ansel Adams Wilderness, executing the primary goal of
exposing children campers to concepts of teamwork, outdoor education and challenge.

V O L U N T E E R E X P E R I E N C E

DIS CIPLESH IP MEN TOR

Azusa Pacific University, Office for Discipleship Ministries, Azusa, CA | September 2017 - Present
o Develop college students through transformational leadership, for both the mentor and mentee, in spiritual,
personal and professional development.
BASKETBALL COACH
Special Olympics, Mariposa, CA | December 2004 - March 2008
o Coached 30+ athletes with exceptionalities in social, physical and mental abilities, resulting in meaningful
interactions, relationships and community.

C O M M I T T E E S C E R T I F I C A T I O N S

o Walkabout Gear Team Coordinator (Chair) o Diversity Ambassador Certification

o Assistant Residence Director Committee Member Completed: April 2018
o Student Accountability Cohort Member o Stephen’s (Grief) Ministry Certification
o Spiritual Formation Committee Member Completed: May 2012
o Resident Assistant Selection Committee Member o Conflict Management Certification
o Residence Life Events Committee Member Completed: May 2009