Looking for a Full-time Pastoral/ Chaplain Position

Posted By: kenndx

Posted On: 30 May 2008

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Previous Experience: Looking for a Full time calling for ministry. Please review resume for an opportunity to serve. Kenn L. Dixon 7255 Sunfoil Court Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 Cell:(740) 627-7428 Home:(614) 626-4188 kenndx@wowway.com Objective To lead and guide God’s people as an example of holiness and teaching God’s word thoroughly and faithfully, so that people may grow in the knowledge and understanding of our Lord Jesus Christ. To be committed, faithful and loyal to the fulfillment of the Gospel commission that was given by our Lord Jesus Christ. Remaining diligent to the task of the personal spirituality, preaching God’s word, evangelizing the lost, discipling God’s people, praying for God’s people, protecting God’s people, loving God’s people, and equipping the saints for the work of ministry. To this task I commit my life and heart dedication. Experience Associate/Youth Pastor, Ephesus SDA Church, Columbus, Ohio -2006- present Developed and established the first fully functional youth church which included church board, officers, budget and agendas. Lead out and preach at worship services, attend to the congregation’s pastoral needs, relate to specific church committees, develop and organize the mission’s structure, services and ministries. Conducting weekly youth Bible studies and evangelism activities, which included the elementary school and the surrounding churches participation. Freelance Graphic Designer/Photography and Videography, 2000-present Created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials. Collaborated with creative team to design and produce computer-generated artwork for marketing and promotional materials. Participated in production of print and promotional items for key clients under directions of Marketing Department. Successfully translated subject matter into concrete design for newsletters, promotional materials and sales collateral. Created design theme and graphics for marketing and sales presentations, training videos and corporate website. Editing weekly church sponsored cable program as well as provided marketing and graphic needs for promotional use. Nationwide Better Health, Supervisor II. 2008 – present Provides the immediate supervision/leadership required for timely and accurate processing of all moderately complex support functions included in unit/team activities. Supervises responses to questions from internal associates or groups. Assigns work, monitors processes/procedures, and assists in establishing or changing production standards and schedules to ensure compliance with established guidelines. Provides basic assistance to the research and development of new policies and procedures. Supervises the resolution of problems that are moderately complex or of medium impact in areas such as processing, customer service, claims services and facilities maintenance. Provides training and cross-training to unit/team personnel; determines needs, develops and maintains schedules to ensure thorough training levels are maintained. Responsible for the supervision of associates including: performance management, salary planning and administration, training and development, workflow planning and day-to-day administration, hiring and placement, and disciplinary actions. Dean of Men, Mount Vernon Academy, Mount Vernon, OH – 2004 – 2006 Selected, trained and supervised professional, administrative and support staff. Ensured the residential hall environments would be reasonably safe, secure, clean and in good condition. Provided residence hall environments that enhance the physical, social, intellectual, and emotional growth of students. Served as a liaison staff, provide training and supervision for residence life discipline plans and assist with training of the Residential Assistants (RA). Managed the departmental budget and the administrative aspects of a comprehensive residence hall program including occupancy, keys and security, retention and other reports, room damage issues, and residence hall improvements. Was available to assist with campus and residence hall emergencies. Worked collaboratively with and support the efforts of other student affairs staff to provide a diverse program of activities and student development programs in the residence halls and on the campus. Mission Chaplain, C.A.M.P.U.S. Michigan Conference of SDA Church, Ann Arbor, MI -2002-2004 Promote the awareness of Public Campus Ministries through traveling and speaking at varies campuses, church and youth gatherings. Plan, schedule and implement evangelistic ideal for public universities in the state of Michigan for the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Provided Pastoral leadership to the Campus Hope SDA Fellowship at the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University Kenn Dixon cont’ pg. 2 Pastoral Staff Chaplain, University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor, MI- 2002-2004 Served as a Volunteer Chaplain for the Medical Center and provided pastoral care and counseling to all Protestant faith staff members, patients and their families through prayer, home visits and follow-up care Marine Corps Security Guard/Supply Clerk, USMC, Kings Bay GA/ Camp LeJuene, NC — 1995-1998 Protecting Asset involving National Security with training and supervising of new personnel to the guard units. Trained in tactical response and anti-terrorist implementation. Responsible for the tactical and logistical needs of 150-200 Marines and Sailor in the unit. Receives, reviews and processes requests for supplies. Ensures compliance with federal acquisition, procurement, and contracting regulations. Performs retail and wholesale supply accounting. Performs technical research to respond to customer inquiries. Adheres to purchasing and contracting laws in application of procurement and acquisition of supplies and services from a variety of government and commercial sources. Maintains records for inventory and supply control records in automated system and using manual methods. Monitors rate of usage in supplies and makes adjustments as needed to ensure availability and adequacy of resources. Patrolman, Oakwood College, Huntsville, AL — 1993-1994 Patrols assigned campus buildings and adjacent areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle to ensure the security of buildings and grounds at institutions of higher education. Guarded against trespass, theft, damage to property or injury to individuals by screening visitors; inspecting rooms, packages and vehicles for explosives, firearms and other contraband; controlling crowds; providing personal protection to individuals as required; conducting surveillance of high-crime areas; searching for missing goods and persons; investigating complaints and reports of suspicious activity; mediating disputes; and inspecting buildings, grounds, fire lanes and emergency exits for compliance with safety standards to ensure campus security. Education Bachelors of Arts in Religion— May 2008 Columbia Union College, Takoma Park, MD Andrews University, Berrien Springs— 2005-2007 Religion Major Oakwood College, Huntsville AL — 1990-1991, 1993-1994 Physical Education Major Skills • Organizational and leadership skills • Creative and resourceful • Able to work well in multi-cultural settings • Able to communicate effectively • Effective teaching and presentational skills • Proficient in Windows & Macintosh Systems Understanding and Use of: Microsoft Office-Windows XP & Apple Macintosh OSX Final Cut Pro HD Studio (DVD Pro, Motion 2, LiveType) Aperture 1.5 Adobe Products- Photoshop CS3, Illustrator CS3, After Effects 6.5, In Design CS3 Honors and Awards • National Defense Medal-USMC • National Dean’s List Society Member- 2006-2007 • Outstanding Service Award-. USMC • Outstanding Community Service Award- Alfred Lawless Elementary School, New Orleans. LA • Letter of Recommendations (University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor, MI and Mount Vernon Academy, Mount Vernon, Ohio) • Honorable Discharge from United States Armed Forces References upon request

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