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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
2009.07 - 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
2004.05 - 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
1980.10 - 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
1996.07 - 2015.05
  • 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
1974.05 - 1980.05
  • 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, LA
05.2020

Associate of Arts - Pastoral Ministry

Louisiana College
Pineville, LA
05.2014

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA
08.2011

High School Diploma -

Calvin High School
Calvin, LA
05.1973

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
2009.07 - Current

Adjunct Teacher - Motor Vehicle Class for LSP

Central Louisiana Technical Community College
2004.05 - Current

Computer Software Developer

Self-employed
1996.07 - 2015.05

Assistant Chief of Police

City Of Winnfield
1980.10 - Current

Electronics Technician - Radar

United States Navy
1974.05 - 1980.05

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.

Russell Jones