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Jerry Dorman

Ft Worth,TX

Summary

Personable Volunteer with organizational, time management and multitasking abilities. Compassionate, empathetic and well-versed in communications and problem-solving in Inmate Pastoral work. Focused on leveraging talents to positively impact others. Spiritual Volunteer Chaplain with 5 years of experience in Prison ministry. Accomplished in helping community members strengthen relationships with God by guiding individuals throughout service activities. Warm Chaplain Assistant leading weekly Bible study and assisting with ministry development and growth. Compassionate self-motivator fostering deep devotion to faith and supporting religious operations.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Volunteer Chaplain's Assistant

MTC Corrections
Bridgeport , Texas
2017.11 - Current
  • Assisted with the management and implementation of all religious programs at the facility.
  • Conducted Wednesday Night Praise and Worship Service.
  • Taught Experiencing God faith-based program.
  • Taught Voyager Classes for Inmate Treatment Programs
  • Taught "At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry" Curriculum.
  • Taught Overcomers and Authentic Manhood Classes.
  • Assisted with the Establishment of the Faith Based Dormitories.
  • Developed the Kairos Prison Ministry Program at the Bridgeport Correctional Facility.
  • Established the Kairos Inmate Council which is responsible for the Weekly Prayer and Share Program and the Monthly Kairos Reunions.
  • Provided regular visitations rounds to all inmates assigned to the unit.
  • Counseled Inmates on religious problems, personal issues, crisis intervention, grief, and adjusting to institutional life.
  • Interacted with Inmates during their daily activities and provided moral and religious instruction.
  • Maintained accountability of Inmates and property.

Associate Pastor

Villa Capri Chapel
Ft Worth , Texas
2017.04 - Current
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
  • Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

First Sergeant

United States Air Force
Rhein Main Air Base , Germany
1990.09 - 1994.02

Monitored and facilitated the moral, physical and psychological well being of Airmen assigned to my 850 person C-130 Maintenance Squadron.


Enforced discipline and mentored Airmen for career progression and professional development.


Ensured Airmen were in a state of readiness for deployment during Desert Storm and Operation Provide Comfort in Bosnia.


Monitored the quality of life of Airmen and their families assigned to my squadron.


Selected as President of the Rhein Main First Sergeant's Council which consisted of 30 First Sergeants at the Installation.


Selected as First Sergeant of the Year for Rhein Main Air Base and Headquarters United States Air Forces Europe (USAFE) for 1992.



Law Enforcement Officer

United States Air Force
Eglin Air Force Base , Florida
1987.05 - 1989.04
  • Initiated collaboration between community members and Eglin AFB police department to strengthen communication and trust.
  • Decreased criminal activity at Eglin AFB by organizing community vigilance initiatives and preparing neighborhood crime reports.
  • Responded quickly to suspected bomb threats and evacuated buildings to search for explosive devices.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.

Criminal Investigator

Uinted States Air Force
Edwards Air Force Base/Air Force Academy/Kunsan AB , California/Colorado/Korea
1973.05 - 1987.04
  • Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
  • Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
  • Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
  • Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
  • Carefully documented statements, observations and evidentiary materials.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends and suspects and documented investigative findings.
  • Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
  • Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.

Security Forces Member

United States Air Force
Tuy Hoa And Tan Son Nhut Air Bases , Vietnam
1970.05 - 1971.12
  • Patrolled grounds to monitor status and safety of premises.
  • Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
  • Led, managed and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources.
  • Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations.
  • Participated in offensive raids, demolitions, reconnaissance, search and rescue.
  • Performed Nighttime surveillance on the perimeter of the Air Force Base and acted as primary member of the Quick Reaction Force.

Education

Theology

Anchor Theological Seminary
Texarkana, AR
04.2008

Skills

  • Community Service Programs
  • Adaptability and Dependability
  • Community Service
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Data Entry
  • Needs Awareness
  • Grief Support
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Crisis Response
  • Teacher Training
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Staff Meetings
  • Community Outreach Programs
  • Compassionate Care
  • Bible Studies
  • Biblical Stewardship
  • Pastoral Counseling

Timeline

Certified Volunteer Chaplain's Assistant

MTC Corrections
2017.11 - Current

Associate Pastor

Villa Capri Chapel
2017.04 - Current

First Sergeant

United States Air Force
1990.09 - 1994.02

Law Enforcement Officer

United States Air Force
1987.05 - 1989.04

Criminal Investigator

Uinted States Air Force
1973.05 - 1987.04

Security Forces Member

United States Air Force
1970.05 - 1971.12

Theology

Anchor Theological Seminary
Jerry Dorman