Kenneth Jones
Silverdale
Summary
Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Emergency Management
Silverdale Borough
Silverdale, Pa.
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced community preparedness by developing and implementing comprehensive emergency management plans.
- Contributed to the development of regional hazard mitigation strategies by participating in multi-agency planning initiatives.
- Provided expert advice to senior leadership on matters related to emergency management, contributing valuable insights for decision-making purposes.
Planning Commision Member
Silverdale Borough
Silverdale, Pa.
07.2022 - Current
MANAGER
Bethlehem Parking Authority
Bethlehem, Pa
06.2017 - 03.2025
- Mentored and trained new employees on company policies and procedures
- Managed daily operations including scheduling and budgeting, exhibiting excellent multitasking capabilities
- Assigned, prioritized, and delegated tasks and responsibility to departmental employees
- Oversaw multiple projects simultaneously and ensured tasks were efficiently completed
- Conducted regular staff meetings to foster effective communication and performance
POLICE OFFICER
DeSales University
Upper Saucon, Pa
02.2013 - 06.2017
- Answered emergency calls and analyzed situations, responding quickly to prevent injury or loss of life
- Responded to crimes in progress according to established procedures to effectively de-escalate situation
- Diffused volatile situations using training and expertise
- Conducted investigations into various crimes
- Demonstrated sound judgment during high-pressure situations
- Interviewed victims, complainants and witnesses to obtain accurate information
POLICE OFFICER
Bethlehem Police Department
Bethlehem, Pa
02.1993 - 02.2013
- Answered emergency calls and analyzed situations, responding quickly to prevent injury or loss of life
- Responded to crimes in progress according to established procedures to effectively de-escalate situation
- Utilized problem solving skills to effectively resolve conflicts between citizens or groups
- Motor Carrier Enforcement
- Accident Reconstructionist
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
DeSales University
Center Valley, PA06.2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Disaster response
- FEMA Certificates- IS100 IS700 IS29
Timeline
Director of Emergency Management
Silverdale Borough
03.2023 - Current
Planning Commision Member
Silverdale Borough
07.2022 - Current
MANAGER
Bethlehem Parking Authority
06.2017 - 03.2025
POLICE OFFICER
DeSales University
02.2013 - 06.2017
POLICE OFFICER
Bethlehem Police Department
02.1993 - 02.2013
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
DeSales University