Pastor Paul O Jones Jr.
Melbourne
Summary
Experienced pastor with a proven track record of five years in pastoral care and spiritual leadership. Successfully developed a thriving church by cultivating dynamic communities and providing support to individuals transformed by the gospel. Demonstrated expertise in leading organizations, designing impactful ministry programs, and formulating mission-oriented strategic plans.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Director of Christian Education
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted pastor by preaching numerous times each month and conducting Sunday worship service experience
- Assisted the President of the Macedonia Community Development Corporation of South Florida with organizing, developing and implementing several community programs including low income housing for qualified families, scholarship programs, job fairs and tutoring programs for high school students.
- Fostered an inclusive environment that valued diversity of thought, experience, and background among team members.
- Created marketing material and online invitations for church services and special programs
- Utilized technology tools effectively to automate tasks where appropriate, freeing up time for higher-value activities.
- Appointed by Pastor to oversee development of new church app and updated website for calendar events and weekly inspiration messages
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems through creative problem-solving techniques and cross-functional collaboration.
- Chairperson of the 133rd Church Anniversary, 33rd Pastoral Anniversary, 2025 Spring Revival & Homecoming Celebrations.
- Mentored junior staff members to support their professional development and encourage career progression.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited the organization''s bottom line.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and competitors'' offerings, ensuring strategic advantage in the market.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Contributed expertise in strategic planning sessions at the executive level leading to well-informed decision making.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Led change management initiatives to help employees adapt successfully to new processes or organizational structures.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Streamlined communication between Sunday School teachers, members, and church administrators to foster a collaborative and spiritual learning environment.
Director of Admissions
University of Arkansas Grantham
07.2020 - Current
- Oversees the University of Arkansas Grantham online admissions department
- Works directly with the Vice Chancellor of Student Experience
- Oversees admissions advisors, admissions managers, director of admissions training and operations, admissions trainers, and administrative assistant
- Improved monthly cycle of enrollments
- Primary interface with internal and external staff
- Identified ways to improve processes
- Responsible for program/account profitability and budget management
- Responsible for ongoing student satisfaction
- Participated in program planning, development, execution, and measurement
- Conducted weekly staff meetings
- Prepared RATT and organized internal project or program team meetings
- Developed and delivered custom client reporting.
- Devised and implemented strategic recruitment plan with consideration to both long and short term goals.
- Worked with marketing team to develop recruitment strategies in accordance with organizational goals and within budgetary guidelines.
- Implemented recruitment methods designed to increase application pool within targeted areas.
- Advised applicants on prospects for admission and strategies for meeting academic and extracurricular credentials.
- Designed effective and user-friendly processes for both admissions and applicant review.
- Served as primary contact for coordination of application screening and tracking, visit and interview arrangement and marketing communications.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Prepared and administered budget of $1,000,000 for campus with 2600 students.
Senior Pastor
St. James Missionary Baptist Church
02.2019 - 11.2023
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to the congregation
- Planned and conducted worship services; delivered powerful, life-changing sermons; and lead observance of ordinances (Baptism, The Lord's Supper, funerals, weddings, christenings, and other religious services)
- Taught, trained, and lead church administration teams to provide leadership for numerous ministries within the church congregation
- Supervised all religious educational programs
- Moderator of all church business meetings
- Visited members in crisis, hospitals, homes, and those who are bereaved when pastoral care is needed
- Experienced significant church attendance and membership growth
- Completed phase 1 of sanctuary renovations
- Maintained, developed, and motivated pastoral staff
- Lead the church’s evangelical growth
- Worked with the leadership and finance departments to manage the varied resources of the congregation with effectiveness and efficiency, while remaining debt-free.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- 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.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
- Established and managed church budget of $50,000 per year.
- Increased church membership by 120%.
- Provided crisis response and counseling to church members.
- Supervised assistant ministers and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school & Bible study activities.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating or remodeling existing sanctuary, Pastor's office, upgraded technology, instruments, restroom facilities and classrooms.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
Administrative Assistant
Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Assisted the pastor with Sunday morning services, taught Sunday school, and participated in other church activities and ministry committees
- Preached throughout the city of Detroit and across United States of America
- Worked diligently with several membership teams to assist with the entire day-to-day operations of the church ministry
- Supported and participated in local, state, and national Baptist conventions.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
Assistant Minister
Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church
11.1995 - 11.2016
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Studies
Grace Theological Seminary
05-2027
Certificate - Pastoral Leadership
Samford University
05.2023
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Fundraising expertise
- Media Relations
- Research and analysis
- Strategic leadership
- Spiritual leadership
- Community Service
- Spiritual instruction
- Preaching
- Excellent Communication
- Professionalism
- Sermon Preparation
- Operations management
Timeline
Co-Director of Christian Education
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church
03.2024 - Current
Director of Admissions
University of Arkansas Grantham
07.2020 - Current
Senior Pastor
St. James Missionary Baptist Church
02.2019 - 11.2023
Administrative Assistant
Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church
11.2016 - 02.2019
Assistant Minister
Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church
11.1995 - 11.2016
Certificate - Pastoral Leadership
Samford University
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Studies
Grace Theological Seminary
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