Jim Hanson

Experienced Team Builder skilled in leadership, coaching, and organizational development. Achieved sustainable growth by empowering individuals and organizations through strategic planning and effective teaching. Focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency while maintaining strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

Founder & Executive Director - Next Gen Coaching & Consulting - Salem, OR

(2004-01)

• Led strategic planning, development, and implementation initiatives.
• Provide executive coaching for CEOs, business owners, and leadership teams.
• Diagnose organizational challenges and implement solutions to optimize performance.
• Developed accountability systems to track team performance and goals.
• Foster talent development and ensure alignment of roles with individual strengths.
• Leadership development that's ongoing and just not "One-off" leadership seminars. Think more along the lines of guided implementation rather than inspiration.
• Real-time problem solving (not just theory)
• Collaborated with teams to create tailored consulting strategies for diverse clients.

Transportation Specialist and Standby Driver - Salem Keizer School District Fleet Services - Salem, OR

(2021-02 - 2026-03)

• Conducted pre trip and post trip inspections to ensure bus functionality is safe and compliant.
• Monitored passenger safety during routes and enforced regulations to maintain best-in-class safety and service levels.
• Assisted students with boarding and exiting the bus in a safe manner, including those with special needs.
• Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
• Created positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
• Provided excellent customer service by addressing student concerns professionally.
• Followed established routes while adapting to changing traffic conditions efficiently.
• Coordinated transportation schedules for school district vehicle fleet to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Inspected vehicles for safety and compliance with regulations.
• Maintained accurate records of vehicle maintenance and repair activities.
• Communicated regularly with customers regarding changes in routes or estimated delivery times.
• Analyzed routing systems to identify improvements in delivery methods, times, and routes for enhanced operational efficiency.
• Identified operational problems that impacted timely deliveries or increased costs and proposed solutions accordingly.
• Supervised loading and unloading activities at terminals or warehouses to maximize efficiency and accuracy of shipments.
• Paid close attention to route conditions and weather safety and rerouted vehicles to direct safe and efficient trips.
• Performed fuel, oil and fluid checks, external washing, and cabin cleaning.
• Maintained accurate logs of routes, mileage, and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
• Facilitated special programs training to improve participant knowledge and capabilities.

Lead Pastor and Church Planter - Claremont Foursquare Church - Claremont, CA

(2003-09 - 2009-09)

• Church Staff & Volunteer Development
• Discipleship & Small Group Systems
• Church Growth & Community Outreach
• Conflict Resolution & Spiritual Guidance
• Pastoral care, weddings, counseling, family counseling, grief counseling hospital visitations and funerals
• Vision Casting & Strategic Leadership
• Prepare and preach weekly messages of hope.
• Lead strategic vision and direction in collaboration with a team of elders/board
• Oversee church operations, staff, and ministry leaders
• Mentored emerging leaders and ministry teams, fostering growth and leadership within the church
• Strengthened discipleship pathways through small groups and leadership training, enhancing member engagement
• Guide budgeting and financial stewardship, ensuring alignment with mission
• Expanded community outreach initiatives, doubling engagement and deepening community connections
• Led weekly worship services and sermon preparation for diverse congregational needs.
• Developed community outreach programs to foster engagement and spiritual growth.
• Mentored and trained church staff and volunteers in ministry best practices.

Office Technician - Foundry Service & Supplies; Industrial and Architectural Solutions - CA

• Administrative Support: Provided clerical assistance by managing phone calls, emails, and processing customer orders to ensure efficient office operations.
• Documentation Management: Preparing and maintaining production records, technical documents, or safety documentation.
• Inventory Coordination: Monitoring inventory levels for industrial products.
• Data Entry: Updated and maintained records using Microsoft Office (Excel) and specialized software to enhance data accuracy and accessibility.

Senior Youth Pastor - Canby Foursquare Church - Canby, OR

12 years of experience leading dynamic student ministries that fostered spiritual growth, discipleship, and community. Passionate about equipping students to develop a lasting faith, mentoring leaders, and partnering with families to support the next generations. Seeing over 2,500 teenagers say yes to Jesus for the first time.

• Grew ministry from 30 youth to over 600 in weekly attendance. Also increased operational budget from $2400 a year to over $200,000 a year.
• Developed and grew a 5 tier discipleship program seeing hundreds transformed
• Assisted in preaching, teaching, and leading worship services
• Supported pastoral care efforts and congregational engagement
• Led specific ministries (e.g., youth, small groups, worship, outreach)
• Coordinated volunteers and ministry events, developing and leading teams of over 60 adults with student leadership to help with ministry assignments reaching thousands.
• Led missions and evangelism teams from as far North as the Kotzebue, AK to Canby & PDX to Los Angeles, CA and Honduras, Central America.

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Psychology, Minor in Communication & Leadership - Azusa Pacific University (2004-01 - 2008-12)

Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies and Youth Ministry - Alaska Bible Institute (1990-10 - 1992-04)