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Kenneth L. Dunkerley

Mercer

Summary

Seasoned professional with extensive experience in diverse ministry and industrial environments, excelling in organizational leadership, working collaboratively, and strategic planning. Proven ability to foster teamwork and enhance engagement, while managing budgets and operations effectively. Skilled in training development and cultivating strong relationships, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. Experience in forklift operation and committed to safety standards.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastor

Spartansburg Alliance Church
Spartansburg
01.2020 - Current
  • Align team members with organizational goals to drive improved engagement and outcomes, which mirrors motivating team members to meet sales goals and maintain store standards.
  • Plan and lead weekly services, coordinating multiple elements and team members to ensure a smooth, engaging experience—similar to managing floor tasks, product staging, and customer-facing responsibilities in retail.
  • Prepare and deliver impactful weekly messages, developing strong communication skills—critical for engaging with customers and team communication on the sales floor.
  • Build strong relationships through regular home, hospital, and rehab visits, demonstrating genuine care and customer service skills needed to create a welcoming store experience.
  • Supervise and coach volunteers, fostering teamwork and accountability—experience directly applicable to collaborating with co-workers and helping new members succeed.
  • Ensure guests feel welcome and valued, promoting a friendly, service-first atmosphere—core to creating a positive customer experience at Tractor Supply.
  • Manage budgets, schedules, and facility needs, ensuring efficiency and cost-effective operation, which demonstrates the responsibility, efficiency, and planning vital to a retail setting.

Engineering Support Personnel/Safety Coordinator

Braho Machinery
Grove City
01.2018 - 08.2021
  • Created technical drawings and 3D models, demonstrating high attention to detail and proficiency with digital tools—skills valuable in merchandise planning, product organization, and store layout awareness.
  • Generated purchase orders, quotes, and technical documentation using business software, which demonstrated familiarity with inventory systems and customer-focused communication.
  • Consistently followed and promoted company safety protocols, ensuring a safe work environment and compliance with customer safety requirements—directly applicable to maintaining a clean, safe store environment for team members and customers.
  • Ensured compliance with customer-specific safety requirements, reflecting a strong ability to follow procedures and meet expectations, which are important in maintaining company policies and merchandising standards.

Associate Pastor of Small Groups and Assimilation

Grove City Alliance Church
Grove City
06.2016 - 08.2017
  • Designed and implemented structured systems to build and grow small group participation, experience that directly translates into effective organization and merchandise presentation in retail settings..
  • Recruited, trained, and supported volunteers, equipping them with tools and skills to lead effectively, which mirrors the onboarding and coaching needs in a team-based retail environment.
  • Occasionally preached and taught, showing strong public speaking, communication, and adaptability, which are key in customer-facing roles and responding to varied needs on the sales floor.
  • Led and coordinated ministry operations, overseeing an administrative assistant responsible for data tracking, marketing, and material production, demonstrating leadership, delegation, and workflow management.
  • Worked collaboratively with staff to develop training resources and implement ministry strategies, which applies to working with story teams to support training, merchandising plans, and customer satisfaction.

Mechanical Engineer and Safety Coordinator

Portersville PRD
New Castle
05.2014 - 05.2016
  • Designed and built equipment to test safety valves, demonstrating hands-on problem-solving, and technical skills valuable in a retail setting.
  • Implemented and maintained safety protocols across shop and field operations, leading weekly safety meetings, and conducting audits out in the field, which supports Tractor Supply's focus on safe store operations and customer environments.
  • Ordered and distributed personal protective equipment (PPE), maintained first aid kits, and ensured fire extinguishers were current—experience aligned with inventory control, restocking, and safety upkeep.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA, DOT, DEP, and EPA standards, as well as with customer safety requirements via third-party websites, which demonstrates professionalism, precision, and adherence to procedures, which are important in both backroom operations and customer service.
  • Promoted a culture of safety and teamwork, directly relevant to Tractor Supply's team-based work environment, and commitment to a positive store culture.

Pastor

Bradford Alliance Church
Bradford
01.2007 - 01.2014
  • Carried out all aspects of pastoral ministry, including what is listed above under pastoral ministry for the Spartansburg Alliance Church, all of which directly translate into skills applicable to retail sales at Tractor Supply.

International Worker

The Christian and Missionary Alliance
01.1995 - 01.2007
  • Developed and led training seminars for diverse audiences across Poland and Belarus, demonstrating strong planning, communication, and presentation skills that are valuable for supporting team training and customer interaction in a retail setting.
  • Mentored and trained leaders (church planters and trainers of church planters), building leadership capacity, and fostering teamwork—which parallels working with and supporting store team members to ensure success on the sales floor.
  • Worked in partnership with international workers from multiple mission organizations to coordinate and carry out a shared vision and strategy—experience that mirrors teamwork across departments to meet store goals and enhance customer service.
  • Provided administrative oversight as Field Director, managing staff, resources, and strategy for long-term goals—experience relevant to organizing tasks, managing inventory flow, and ensuring operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated cross-organizational efforts between international workers and national church leaders—demonstrating collaboration, cultural awareness, and relational leadership, ideal for customer service and team interaction.
  • Provided pastoral care and support to international staff, building a caring, service-minded atmosphere—equivalent to creating a welcoming and helpful environment for customers.

Education

Master of Divinity -

Alliance Theological Seminary
Nyack, NY
01.1990

BS - Mechanical Engineering Technology

LeTourneau College
Longview, TX
01.1984

Skills

  • Raised beef cows from a few days old until they are processed, and raise and keep chickens
  • Forklift operation
  • 10-hour OSHA Safety and Health Training
  • Organizational leadership
  • Relational skills
  • Training development
  • Strategic planning
  • Administrative oversight
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Budget management
  • Operations management
  • Active interest in ham radio (KA3OLP), birding, hunting, and fishing

References

References Available Upon Request

Timeline

Pastor

Spartansburg Alliance Church
01.2020 - Current

Engineering Support Personnel/Safety Coordinator

Braho Machinery
01.2018 - 08.2021

Associate Pastor of Small Groups and Assimilation

Grove City Alliance Church
06.2016 - 08.2017

Mechanical Engineer and Safety Coordinator

Portersville PRD
05.2014 - 05.2016

Pastor

Bradford Alliance Church
01.2007 - 01.2014

International Worker

The Christian and Missionary Alliance
01.1995 - 01.2007

Master of Divinity -

Alliance Theological Seminary

BS - Mechanical Engineering Technology

LeTourneau College

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