JON C. WEST

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Organized, efficient, and effective leader wi th a proven history of successful ly managing large groups in high -pressure si tuations. Agi le communicator capable of tailoring messages to targeted audiences beyond the Engl ish language. Mul ti -tasker capable of functioning in any environment. Honorably discharged, decorated veteran of the Uni ted States Army wi th exemplary service reco rd. Experience

LEON COUNTY VETERANS’ SERVICE CENTER TALLAHASSEE, FL Lead Intern (August 2014 - Present)

Project Manager for the 2014 Leon County Veterans’ Day Parade. Responsible for logistical coordination and participant organization for more than 1,000 participants.

Manage the process evaluation of Leon County veteran bus pass appl ications, process approvals, and coordination acceptance wi th Leon County Transi t Services. Develop recommendations based on logistical efficiencies and effectiveness. Lead modernization, digitization and optimization of Leon County Veterans’ database for official certi ficates of release or discharge from active duty. Establ ished easy-to-use system for managing and maintaining records. UNITED STATES ARMY SOUTH KOREA

Uni ted Nations Command Securi ty Battalion Joint Security Area (UNCSB-JSA) Squad Leader & Tour Coordinator (June 2012 - August 2013)

Provided safety and securi ty for more than 160,000 UNC guests including senior mil itary officials, heads of state, and diplomats from numerous countries.

Responsible for training, safety, health, and wel fare for more than 15 U.S Soldiers. Accounted for and maintained an inventory of weapons and equipment valued in excess of $250,000. Responsible for leading the down aircraft recovery team during helipad val idation fl ights. Infantryman (October 2009-May

2012)

Operated weapons and equipment in ground combat operations, to include patrolling wi thin the Demi litarized Zone in the Republic of Korea. Actively participated in more than 25 reconnaissance operations inside of the DMZ in Korea. Honors

Army Commendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terror Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Outstanding Mi litary Volunteer Service Medal, Parachutist Badge, German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge Skills

Proficient at the Microsoft Office Suite, Basic Conversational Spanish, Leadership Education

Florida State Universi ty, Tallahassee, FL (August 2015) JON C. WEST

2008 Chuli Nene,Tallahassee, FL 32301

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Bachelor of Arts, International Relations

Professional Certi fication, Emergency Management