Russell Jones
Winnfield,LA
Summary
Experienced Pastor bringing more than 14 years of expertise in cultivating and shepherding community. Successful in providing discipleship, welcoming new members, facilitating pastoral care and preaching to community. Accomplished in contributing to spiritual formation and disciple-making efforts. Excited to bring talent and spiritual leadership to a growing new church.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastor
Christian Fellowship Baptist Church
07.2009 - Current
- Enhanced congregation's spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Supported community development through organizing and leading outreach programs.
- Fostered welcoming environment for newcomers by creating inclusive culture within church community.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Mentored youth group members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
Adjunct Teacher - Motor Vehicle Class for LSP
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
05.2004 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing differentiated instruction techniques.
- Established positive classroom environment that encouraged students to actively participate and engage in discussions.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
Assistant Chief of Police
City Of Winnfield
10.1980 - Current
- Patrolman 1980-1992. Sergeant 1992-1994. Lieutenant 1994-2000. Assistant Chief 2000-present.
- Enhanced community safety by implementing innovative policing strategies and tactics.
- Improved officer performance through regular training sessions and evaluation reviews.
- Managed police department budget, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing waste.
- Served as Acting Chief in absence of Chief.
- Responsible for maintaining Winnfield City Jail.
- Streamlined report processing with introduction of digital record-keeping system.
Computer Software Developer
Self-employed
07.1996 - 05.2015
- Worked closely with clients to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for implementation.
- Designed, developed, and implemented software applications for data extraction and analysis for desktop computer systems.
Electronics Technician - Radar
United States Navy
05.1974 - 05.1980
- Enhanced system performance by troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems by providing timely maintenance and repair services.
- Increased overall efficiency by installing, testing, and maintaining electronic devices and systems.
- Improved team collaboration by training junior technicians on proper diagnostic and repair techniques.
- Optimized equipment functionality with regular preventative maintenance tasks.
- Maintained high level of customer satisfaction by resolving technical issues swiftly and professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Studies
Louisiana Baptist University
Shreveport, LA05.2020
Associate of Arts - Pastoral Ministry
Louisiana College
Pineville, LA05.2014
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA08.2011
High School Diploma -
Calvin High School
Calvin, LA05.1973
Skills
- Congregational Care
- Spiritual Leadership
- Sermon Preparation
- Spiritual Guidance
- Teaching
- Spiritual Cultivation
- Biblical Knowledge
- Shepherding
- Marriage Counseling
- Pastoral Care
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal Skills
Certification
Available upon request.
Timeline
Pastor
Christian Fellowship Baptist Church
07.2009 - Current
Adjunct Teacher - Motor Vehicle Class for LSP
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
05.2004 - Current
Computer Software Developer
Self-employed
07.1996 - 05.2015
Assistant Chief of Police
City Of Winnfield
10.1980 - Current
Electronics Technician - Radar
United States Navy
05.1974 - 05.1980
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Studies
Louisiana Baptist University
Associate of Arts - Pastoral Ministry
Louisiana College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northwestern State University
High School Diploma -
Calvin High School
Available upon request.
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