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DOUGLAS L. JACKSON

DOUGLAS L. JACKSON

MONTROSS

Summary

Compassionate Associate Pastor with background in pastoral care and counseling, sermon preparation and delivery, as well as community outreach. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, leadership development, and effective communication. Previous roles have resulted in improved community engagement and spiritual growth within congregations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Pastor

King George Church Of God
King George
06.2008 - 09.2025
  • Led outreach initiatives targeting unchurched, inactive, and new residents, increasing community engagement with the church.
  • Coordinated community outreach programs, enhancing church involvement and fostering support within the community.
  • Collaborated with church staff on event planning and resource management initiatives.
  • Conducted pastoral care visits, offering emotional support to individuals in need.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Facilitated Bible study sessions, promoting deep discussions and enriching spiritual exploration among attendees.

Law Specialist

Central Rappahannock Regional Library
Fredericksburg
09.2021 - Current
  • Responded to customer legal concerns via phone, email, and in person.
    Planned and organized educational classes in collaboration with legal aid and law firms.
    Educated customers on law library resources to enhance access to information.
    Participated in new hire training sessions to facilitate staff development.
    Managed daily upkeep of law collection, ensuring resource availability.
    Monitored budget for law specialists and ordered publications from Westlaw and LexisNexis.
    Attended weekly and monthly staff training sessions for professional growth.
    Assisted customers with scheduling study rooms and checking out library materials.

Paralegal Supervisor

Prince George’s County Circuit Court
Upper Marlboro
09.2001 - 09.2021
  • Provided friendly supportive service to the general public, judges, and magistrates of the Family Division.
  • Supervise a team of five paralegals, manage the daily functions of the unit, organize work schedules, assign caseloads for staff, quality control staff’s work production, prepare, review and stamp court orders for Judges and Magistrates.
  • Attended monthly managers' meetings, reporting weekly unit concerns and progress to the Director of the Family Division.
  • Prepared monthly scheduling and status conferences calendar, monthly and quarterly caseload reports, and managed financial database in Excel while coordinating with departmental heads for strategic planning to enhance customer service and facilitate the annual Maryland National Adoption Day event.
  • Completed various tasks assigned by management to ensure unit efficiency.

Licensed Minister over the Outreach/Prison Ministry

Crossroad Christian Church
St. Leonard
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Organized community outreach programs, enhancing church engagement and fostering relationships within the community.
  • Delivered weekly sermons to congregation members with engaging messages.
  • Delivered inspiring sermons on Sundays and special occasions.
  • Coordinated volunteer efforts for church events, mobilizing community members and strengthening church connections.
  • Led Bible study sessions, encouraging participation and discussion among attendees.
  • Developed youth outreach programs, providing children in the community with spiritual guidance and support.
  • Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.

Youth Counselor

Alternative for Youths & Families
Calvert County
07.1999 - 09.2001
  • Supervised six male youths overnight in a boys group home, ensuring safety and support.
  • Facilitated group discussions to promote emotional well-being among youth.
  • Developed individualized support plans based on client needs and goals.
  • Organized recreational activities to enhance social skills and teamwork.
  • Maintained daily activity logs and coordinated weekly outings to foster engagement and development.

Youth Supervisor

Cheltenham Youth Detention Center
Cheltenham
12.1998 - 07.1999
  • Supervised youth in daily activities and ensured safety protocols were followed.
  • Ensured safety and compliance during daily activities for inmates and staff, fostering a secure environment.
  • Managed daily activities of male youths in detention facility to promote structure and engagement.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among residents to promote a positive environment.
  • Developed and implemented recreational programs to engage youth effectively.

Education

Certificate in Christian Counseling - Spiritual Counseling

Presence College/ Shakeid Ministries International
San Francisco, CA
02-2026

Ordained Minister -

Virginia Church of God Organization
Roanoke, VA
12.2019

Skills

  • Sermon preparation
  • Pastoral care
  • Community outreach
  • Public speaking
  • Budget management
  • Legal research
  • Westlaw

Certification

Ordained Minister, Virginia Church of God Organization, 12/19

Phone

cell, 540-368-4065

Timeline

Law Specialist

Central Rappahannock Regional Library
09.2021 - Current

Associate Pastor

King George Church Of God
06.2008 - 09.2025

Paralegal Supervisor

Prince George’s County Circuit Court
09.2001 - 09.2021

Licensed Minister over the Outreach/Prison Ministry

Crossroad Christian Church
01.2000 - 01.2005

Youth Counselor

Alternative for Youths & Families
07.1999 - 09.2001

Youth Supervisor

Cheltenham Youth Detention Center
12.1998 - 07.1999

Certificate in Christian Counseling - Spiritual Counseling

Presence College/ Shakeid Ministries International

Ordained Minister -

Virginia Church of God Organization
DOUGLAS L. JACKSON