La’Jor America LLC was founded in June 2020 by Mark Jones Sr., with the goal of providing flagship apparel to fit your lifestyle. Our vision is to become a global luxury brand, to meet the needs of our customers, from all demographics; providing quality clothing and trendy styles at affordable prices. We are a customer-centric organization focusing on unique and quality experiences for all, establishing and retaining expectational employees, and being a valued asset to our community.

Jones Property Group LLC., is a multifaceted company providing services in most areas of property management. Beyond supporting your property management needs we have the ability to provide services in property maintenance, landscaping, and cargo and freight movement. In addition to making sure that your property looks great and functions well we are able to provide residential cleaning services on an on going basis as well as commercial janitorial services.JPGroupOH’s headquarters is based out of Columbus, OH. JPGroupOH has service areas in Youngstown, Cleveland, Akron and Dayton. The company was founded a United States Navy Veteran who saw the need for building partnerships with landlords, property owners, and businesses who all generally have a need for multiple services at their properties but have to go to multiple service providers to get them. Jones Property Group took on the challenge of meeting all of our customers’ needs under one roof keeping in mind the core values of the Navy of Honor, Courage, and Commitment this company molded its core values and practices around the same principals.​The core values of Jones Property Group are DEDICATION, COMMITMENT, and EXCELLENCE.  These core values are executed through a customer-centric focus which is twofold as it applies to the property management aspect of our business.

As the Leading Chief Petty Officer withing the NAVELSG construct I am responsible for the management of the Maintenance Support Company consisting of 26 personnel who perform both vehicle and facility maintenance. Some of the groups that I manage consist of Construction Mechanics, Equipment Operators, and Builders. Construction Mechanics keep the Navy’s fleet of boats, vehicles and other equipment running with their expertise in engine and mechanical systems and their responsibilities could include:Diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment failuresRepairing and maintaining diesel and gasoline enginesAdjusting and repairing ignition, fuel, electrical, hydraulic and steering systemsMaintaining and repairing chassis, frames and bodiesWorking with hoisting and jacking equipment, power tools, measuring instruments, gauges and metersMaintaining and repairing tires, batteries, brakes and valvesPerforming shop management functions such as maintenance schedulingEquipment Operators operate heavy transportation and construction equipment across a wide range of project types. Equipment could include trucks, bulldozers, backhoes, graders, forklifts, cranes and asphalt equipment and some of their responsibilities could include:Operating a variety of heavy-duty, self-propelled equipment for the construction of buildings, roadways, piers, grading and excavationServing on a crane crew to rig cable assemblies and change attachments for various lifting and pile-driving operationsPreparing operational reports on equipmentReading and interpreting blueprints and preparing sketches for projectsMaking estimates of material, labor and equipment requirementsPerforming tasks required in combat and disaster preparedness or recovery operations

Military PolicePerform administrative and clerical duties as assigned by higher authority. Rated as a military police officer who performs force protection, loss prevention, and law enforcement duties.Battalion Anti-Terrorism Officer Responsible for briefing the Commanding Officer about changes in the force protection conditions navy wide and any applicable changes necessary for the safety and security of the battalion and personnel. Responsible for the development of mission briefs based off of intelligence from different sources. Develop plans for the safety of personnel in foreign countries and ports as well as make recommendations for improvements of security measures. Operations Leading Petty Officer (Operations Manager) Tasked with planning, implementing and managing operations and field exercises. Provides administrative and operational support, as well as technical guidance to company commanders (Unit Managers) prior to and during operational and training situations, provide direction and leadership that they need to succeed. Responsible for collaborative long-range and short range planning and oversight of troop deployment and training. Oversee regular training exercises are carried out through combat simulations and practical exercises.Safety Leading Chief Petty Officer (Senior Safety Manager) Responsible for the oversight of the safety manager (leading petty officer, LPO) and the overall battalion safety program. The oversight of the safety program includes compliance with OSHA guidelines, as well as Navy guidance, and immediate superior in command (ISIC) polices and procedures. The Navy safety program includes oversight of the occupational and environmental safety, traffic safety, and motorcycle safety programs as well. Oversight of ESAMS system for approximately 350 sailors, across 11 companies, located in 5 states through the direct management of the safety LPO as well as indirect management of 10 company (departmental) safety petty officers

The law enforcement and security community provides a wide range of critical services to every part of the Navy. As a Master-at-Arms some of my duties included:Provide security and physical protection for service membersTrain fellow Sailors in security and shore patrol dutiesServe as a security advisor for your squadronAssist in crowd control and riot preventionOperate military prisons (brigs) aboard ships and on shoreHandle and care and training for dogs that detect narcotics and explosivesConduct waterborne security patrol and interdiction operationsProvide protective service to high-ranking dignitaries and government officialsConduct preliminary investigations into Uniform Code of Military Justice violationsConduct crime prevention programs

Within the business unit, as the Operations Manager - Hauling manage the collections activities for commercial, industrial and residential customers, as well as container delivery and pick up, in a geographically dispersed area. Manages a team of Operations Supervisors, Dispatchers, Operations Clerks, Drivers and Helpers who are responsible for the route system for commercial, roll-off and residential customers throughout the business unit.Works with the Area General Manager, and other managers in the business unit, to execute a local market strategy that complements the Area’s overall strategic operating and marketing plans and implements tactical initiatives to drive functional excellence and budget achievement. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Manages a staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management; develop supervisory goals and objectives; and effective resolution of safety issues and claims.Implement and execute plans to complement the business unit’s strategic and operating plan; champion the execution of tactical initiatives within the Business Unit to maximize the customer experience, growth and durability, while optimizing profitability.Ensure maximum productivity and route management systems for commercial, roll-off and residential routes and establish productivity goals where needed; ensure adherence to operating standards; and manage labor hours and disposal expenses.Oversee effective safety and accident prevention programs to ensure all reasonable action are taken to prevent accidents and injuries; ensure a safe and productive work environment for all employees; implement and maintain and effective loss control and safety program.Lead operations to ensure compliance with all standards including environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting and ethics.Approve expenses and manage budget for the operations department including approval of purchase orders and vendor pricing.

As a Division Manager (Superintendent) plan, direct, and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Transportation department. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing Operators’/Clerks’ schedules, performance, payroll and attendance. Working closely with the scheduling department to ensure services are operated with a fiscally responsible run cut.JOB DUTIESManage, lead, motivate, and direct staff.Prepares and approves time, audit operator payroll discrepancies, manage discipline, and respond to grievances.Daily tasks include supervising employee performance, allocating employee assignments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.Manage the databases that detail service activities, employee schedules and personnel records.Meet with Union representatives to discuss and resolve represented employee labor concerns.Manage and ensure the achievement of the department’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Safety, Customer Service, On-Time Performance, Customer Complaints and Operator Attendance.Ensure compliance of work rules and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).Establish and implement departmental policies and procedures.Determine staffing levels and conduct interviews with candidates for bus operator, clerk and vault puller vacancies as needed.Respond to operational service issues as needed.Manage Operators’/Clerks’ attendance and daily work assignments to assure sufficient and effective staffing to meet daily service needs.Facilitate the development of strategies to meet or exceed organizational and department performance goals and objectives.Oversee the development of all operations employees, keeping them informed of new technologies.Advance staff through training, professional development and promotional opportunities.Model, facilitate and encourage exemplary internal and external customer service and open communication.Monitor supervisor and clerk performance and attendance.

Design, manage and implement the performance management target-setting and tracking process among all operational divisions at METRO. Knowledge of state and federal regulations as it applies to public transit and related items, reporting requirements, and planning cycles.Knowledge of transportation asset management, transit operations, system operations, ITS, transportation modeling, route scheduling, etc. Determines and partners to implement short/long-term strategies needed to support authority goals and plans.Support all divisions, in developing performance measures and the reporting of these measures. Ensure consistency in reporting and collection strategies. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, records management standards, and authority policy. Provides input on the development and implementation of operating practices and procedures, including the development and implementation of an on-going performance measurement and feedback system.Partners on efforts related to METRO service delivery, which may include leading updates to the policy and procedure and partnering with Operations to develop operations policy and procedure materials.  Coordinate with all divisions at METRO on new data collection efforts and the opportunities they present for additional or improved performance measures. Liaison and resource for Operations and its operating departments to improve reporting requirements and best practices. Coordinate with the internal and external stakeholders in development and reporting of performance measures per METRO policies and standards. Participate in various committees throughout METRO for further collaboration and coordination of data sharing, data collection, performance measures reporting, etc. Model, facilitate and encourage exemplary internal and external customer service, open communication, collaboration, participation, and professional development among staff.

As a Division Manager (Superintendent) plan, direct, and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Transportation department. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing Operators’/Clerks’ schedules, performance, payroll and attendance. Working closely with the scheduling department to ensure services are operated with a fiscally responsible run cut.JOB DUTIESManage, lead, motivate, and direct staff.Prepares and approves time, audit operator payroll discrepancies, manage discipline, and respond to grievances.Daily tasks include supervising employee performance, allocating employee assignments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.Manage the databases that detail service activities, employee schedules and personnel records.Meet with Union representatives to discuss and resolve represented employee labor concerns.Manage and ensure the achievement of the department’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Safety, Customer Service, On-Time Performance, Customer Complaints and Operator Attendance.Ensure compliance of work rules and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).Establish and implement departmental policies and procedures.Determine staffing levels and conduct interviews with candidates for bus operator, clerk and vault puller vacancies as needed.Respond to operational service issues as needed.Manage Operators’/Clerks’ attendance and daily work assignments to assure sufficient and effective staffing to meet daily service needs.Facilitate the development of strategies to meet or exceed organizational and department performance goals and objectives.Oversee the development of all operations employees, keeping them informed of new technologies.Advance staff through training, professional development and promotional opportunities.Model, facilitate and encourage exemplary internal and external customer service and open communication.Monitor supervisor and clerk performance and attendance.

Provides responsible supervisory work functioning as a Lead Transportation Services Supervisor. Assists the Superintendent of Transportation in management principles including efficient work scheduling, performance monitoring, counseling and correction and discipline and training, as well as effectively communicating job expectations. Continues to maintain duties as a Transportation Services Supervisor performing Division/ADA, Radio and Street assignments. Other responsibilities include direct oversight of COTA’s Flex Operator position. May serve in an acting capacity in the absence of the Superintendent, providing backup support, as needed.

As a TSS working in the Street division operating COTA non-revenue vehicles while providing face to face representation of management to the public in both positive situations and negative situations that need immediate resolution. Directly supervise 20 operators in the performance of their duties and resolving any customer complaints as it applies to those operators specifically. Selected Accomplishments:• Managed 15 assigned operators to achieve 77.73% On-Time Performance to exceed company OTP goal of 77.50% 2017• Created, Developed, and Presented a Field Training Program for Transportation Service Supervisors in street operations.• Created, Presented, and currently working to implement Workforce Development Program which is a workforce development tool for the Central Ohio Transit Authority.• Initiative Manager for the Night Line On-Time responsible for identifying areas of improvement for the betterment of service.

Responsible for transporting people from one place to another for work, errands, school, or other reasons. Collect fare from passengers, issue receipts, announce routes, and ensure passengers get on and off of the coaches safely.• Transport people from one place to another on a transit bus.• Drive regular routes on a schedule. • Announce next destinations for adherence to ADA polices and regulations.• Transport passengers on chartered trips or sightseeing tours.• Drive through traffic and obey traffic laws.• Deal with unruly passengers.• Stop frequently, often only a few blocks apart and when a passenger requests a stop.• Collect fares and issue change.• Answer questions about schedules, routes, and transfer points.• Report accidents or other traffic disruptions to a central dispatcher, and follow directions when using an alternate route.• Assist disabled passengers.• Check the bus tires, lights, and oil and do other basic maintenance.• Follow state and federal transit regulations.• Keep passengers informed of delays.

Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization's fiscal function and performance.Participate in the development of the corporation's plans and programs as a strategic partner.Evaluate and advise on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action.Develop credibility for the finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends in order to assist the Board and senior executives in performing their responsibilities.Enhance and/or develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation.Establish credibility throughout the organization and with the Board as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges.Provide technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the financial discipline.Improve the budgeting process on a continual basis through education of department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization; i.e., evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/or mergers and pension funds and investments.Optimize the handling of bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism, which includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.Act as an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the Corporation may enter.Evaluate the finance division structure and team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group as well as providing individuals with professional and personal growth with emphasis on opportunities (where possible) of individuals.

As a Food Service Director (Unit Manager) for Aramark Correctional Services, I oversee the daily food service operation in my unit as well as assist and training other Food Service Directors in the management of their individual units. Duties of this position include:-Establish and maintain systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of food and related products-Coordinate unit forecast and unit accounting process-Ensure the requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are met-Supervise unit personnel regarding production, quality and cost control-Oversee labor scheduling, staffing and employee training-Conduct inventory and records management audits to comply with Aramark, government and accrediting agency standards-This position supervises inmates which I directly oversee the hiring, training, and development of over 200 offenders daily. -Manage an on the job and in-class training program at my unit which develops offenders and gives them the skills to compete in the job market upon their release. -Perform other duties as assigned such as: -Budget Projections for my individual unit as well as those of 8 other accounts in my region. -Data Entry and Accounting input for accounts in my region.-Travel to other accounts to develop strong relationships between the company and the clients or representatives of individual accounts within my region.-Assist other accounts in audit readiness as well as conduct quality assurance inspections to ensure compliance with company and industry standards.

The Defense Logistics Agency ( DLA ) is a U.S. Department of Defense Agency. DLA provides worldwide logistics support for the missions of the Military Departments and the Unified Combatant Commands under conditions of peace and war. It also provides logistics support to other DOD Components and certain Federal agencies, foreign governments, international organizations, and others as authorized.Supervise Law Enforcement Officers as they conduct patrols, entry control at entry control points, and entry control at designated lobbies aboard the Defense Supply Center Columbus. Supervise Officers as they set out to protect property, prevent crime, and deter acts of terrorism against the federal government. Oversee and ensure that procedures are followed and in compliance with local regulations and laws as subordinate officers attempt to protect life and property. In the performance of my duties I direct officers to respond and complete a broad range of police services such as investigation of minor crimes, crime prevention duties and patrols, traffic control, and community policing. Review the reports turned in by officers for clearness, completeness, correctness and conciseness. Supervise a shift of approximately 15-30 officers, in the performance of their Law Enforcement duties and provide them performance appraisals in accordance with agency policy. Develop performance improvement plans, and guidance on career advancement. Create schedules, and local policies as necessary to ensure compliance with agency policy as it applies directly to my directorate.

The Defense Logistics Agency ( DLA ) is a U.S. Department of Defense Agency. DLA provides worldwide logistics support for the missions of the Military Departments and the Unified Combatant Commands under conditions of peace and war. It also provides logistics support to other DOD Components and certain Federal agencies, foreign governments, international organizations, and others as authorized.Supervise Law Enforcement Officers as they conduct patrols, entry control at entry control points, and entry control at designated lobbies aboard the Defense Supply Center Columbus. Supervise Officers as they set out to protect property, prevent crime, and deter acts of terrorism against the federal government. Oversee and ensure that procedures are followed and in compliance with local regulations and laws as subordinate officers attempt to protect life and property. In the performance of my duties I direct officers to respond and complete a broad range of police services such as investigation of minor crimes, crime prevention duties and patrols, traffic control, and community policing. Review the reports turned in by officers for clearness, completeness, correctness and conciseness. Perform a full range of law enforcement duties to include entry control, foot and vehicle patrols and responses to dispatched calls with in the designated jurisdiction of the Defense Logistics Agency.

Duties Performed: Police Officer(Patrolman), Lead Police Officer, Patrol Supervisor, Desk Sergeant, Watch Commander, Field Training Officer, Field Training Coordinator/ Field Training Manager. Performed the listed duties as supervisor or manager for Marine Corps Base Quantico Police Department police or security personnel in the performance of their duties. As supervisor gave pre-shift briefings and special instructions such as the daily assignments. In performing duties as a first line supervisor overseen the operations of approximately 10 to 25 officers at one time including patrol supervisor/ lead police officers. Supervised Police Officer and Marine Military Police Officers as they pursued, detained, and arrested persons involved in criminal activity or with outstanding civil warrants and as they issued traffic citations and processed individuals for driving on suspensions, DUI/OVI (Driving Under the Influence/ Operating a Vehicle while Impaired). Supervised Police Officer and Marine Military Police Officers as they conducted searches and seizures in accordance with search and seizure laws. Plans and conducts initial investigations of suspicious activities, security breaches, and crimes. Advises suspects of their Miranda rights prior to questioning. Responds to calls, alarms, fire alarms, and incidents involving possible criminal acts including domestic disturbances or violence.Performs follow-up investigations that may require questioning injured parties, victims, witnesses and suspects in order to identify the nature of the incidentInitiates minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, and recommends other action in more serious cases.Identifies and arranges developmental and training requirements of employees.

Performed duties as a Patrol Officer, Corrections Officer, Transportation Deputy/ Officer, Court Deputy/ Officer.Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with co-workers; prepare and maintain accurate reports; recognize unusual or threatening situations and take appropriate action; exercise independent judgment; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; compile and prepare reports, communicate effectively (orally and in writing; interpret a variety of written, electronic, and verbal communications; handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and the general public; physically apprehend, restrain, and subdue suspects; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; deal with many variables and determine specific action; complete routine forms; gather, collate and classify information; resolve complaints; demonstrate physical endurance and agility). Incumbent is responsible for the first-line supervision of criminal offenders in detention/correctional institutions or community based detention/correctional treatment or rehabilitation facilities. Inmates include males and females, both pre-adjudication and sentenced. Crimes range from misdemeanor offenders, to violent felons awaiting transfer to Federal courts/prisons. Responsible for enforcing standards, rules and regulations of the detention/correctional facilities and programs, and the confinement, safety, health and protection of criminal offenders. Provides for classification, and counts along with maintaining fire safety, key control, perimeter security, and compliance with inmate rules. Provides orientation on facility rules and procedures to volunteers and employees providing services to the inmate population. Supervise inmates of all nationalities and cultures, assigned to daily activities.