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, CA02-2026
Ordained Minister -
Virginia Church of God Organization
Roanoke, VA12.2019
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