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Jalen Bell

Program Director
Dewitt,US

Summary

My name is Jalen Bell. I am a dynamic program director with extensive experience leading community outreach initiatives and Media Arts cohorts. I have a wide array of skillsets including operations management, volunteer coordination, training development, event production, and strategic partnerships. Lastly, I specialize in strengthening organizations through service leadership, project execution, and community engagement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Program Director

Ingham County Health Department
02.2024 - Current
  • Lead the AmeriCorps State and National Program, including planning, implementation, and compliance oversight.
  • Recruited, hired, and onboarded AmeriCorps service members; coordinated background checks and hiring communications.
  • Developed training curricula for members and host sites; provided on-site technical assistance.
  • Built partnerships with community organizations to expand service site opportunities.
  • Collected, analyzed, and reported program data for operational improvement and compliance.


Director of Worship & Media Arts

Lansing Church of God in Christ
03.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw all programming for corporate services and events, liaising between leadership and departmental directors.
  • Managed departmental budgets, procurement, and volunteer coordination across multiple ministries and auxiliaries.
  • Directed technical production including media graphics, live broadcasts, and website management teams.
  • Lead talent acquisition efforts for media, music, and fine arts departments.
  • Coordinated training, onboarding, and contract processing for new staff.


Custodian

United States Postal Service
10.2014 - 02.2024
  • Performed facility maintenance, janitorial services, and seasonal groundskeeping.
  • Managed equipment and chemical supplies, ensuring operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
  • Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
  • Assisted in inventory management to ensure adequate supplies were always available for custodial needs.

Customer Service Associate

Lowe’s Companies, Inc.
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Provided expert sales support based on customer project needs and product knowledge.
  • Established over 25 new professional accounts and partnerships, and maintained client relationships.
  • Maintained merchandising standards through zone recovery and proactive customer service.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge, providing accurate information to customers.

4-H SPIN Club Coordinator (AmeriCorps Member)

Michigan State University Extension
11.2019 - 10.2021
  • Organized and facilitated 12 virtual STEAM-focused SPIN clubs, reaching over 250 youth.
  • Recruited and trained 8 volunteers; developed weekly engagement plans aligned with 4-H guidelines.
  • Led quarterly family engagement events and collected programmatic data for impact reporting.
  • Boosted club membership by implementing effective marketing strategies and outreach efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Advertising

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science with an earned composite concentration in Management & Media Relations.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Certification

Mental Health First Aid

Timeline

Project Management Credential (PMI)

09-2025

Mental Health First Aid

11-2024
Director of Worship & Media Arts - Lansing Church of God in Christ
03.2024 - Current
Program Director - Ingham County Health Department
02.2024 - Current
Customer Service Associate - Lowe’s Companies, Inc.
01.2022 - 03.2023
4-H SPIN Club Coordinator (AmeriCorps Member) - Michigan State University Extension
11.2019 - 10.2021
Custodian - United States Postal Service
10.2014 - 02.2024
Michigan State University - Bachelor of Science, Advertising
05.2001 -

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