Security Clearance

Secret (Military) ****

Military Experience

United States Army National Guard 1//2004-Present

Recruiting and Retention NCO, Wyoming Army National Guard 02/15/2022-Present

Duties: Prospecting and refining leads for entry into the Army National Guard; investigating qualifications based on gained knowledge during interview process, in conjunction with Army regulations and policies. Determine applicant enlistment eligibility, counseling applicants on enlistment programs and options, preparing enlistment applications and processing qualified applicants. Account for future soldiers for initial entry training, implement and conduct Army awareness programs, maintain a network of influencers, and perform administrative and logistical tasks. Utilize backwards planning and efficient time management to coordinate and facilitate Recruiting events within the communities and schools. Conduct thorough market analysis of target areas and audience, to include own strengths/weaknesses, in order to develop a business strategy for the most effective return on investment.

Western Regional Retention NCO, Army National Guard Bureau 11/2018-09/2019

Duties: Served as an Army Retention subject matter expert (SME) to 14 states on the western part of the Nation. Built and maintained rapport with Retention personnel at all levels, across all 14 states. Trained over 150 soldiers, junior enlisted to Lieutenant Colonels, on retention systems; DPRO, RMS. Trained said personnel on best practices, how to pull and analyze retention data, how to conduct counseling (4856), how to conduct an extension (4836), as well as the ins and outs of the Sponsorship module. Met with VIPs to discuss their State’s standings amongst the nation and how to improve upon those numbers. Granted RMS access to over 150 soldiers. Created and disseminated product nationally to ensure all levels had a solid understanding of how to complete retention processes, as well as where to find answers to problems.

Mobilized: Operation Enduring Freedom; Bagram, Afghanistan 12/2013-09/2014

Duties: Developed, and instructed, a self-defense program to over 2,000 military and civilian personnel. Served as a senior vehicle operator, supervising and assisting in the operation of vehicles over various terrain in support of garrison and combat operations; verify routes are secure and clear prior to and during the movement of convoys and liaison for seven down trace units consisting of over 800 Soldiers; manage loading and unloading of personnel and equipment to include protected cargo against damage; perform vehicle self-recovery and field expedients to include towing; assist with training and maintaining driver skills for drivers; responsible for the welfare of four Soldiers; responsible for over $800,000 worth of equipment; responsible for convoy battle trackers, incident reports and mission spreadsheets, developed the Battalion Force SOP, revised Battalion Convoy SOP, assisted the Battalion Plans Officer with Fragmentary Orders, mentor and counsel lower enlisted Soldiers, develop remedial physical training programs for Soldiers, make sound decisions within.

Recruit Sustainment Drill Sergeant, United States Army National Guard 06/2011-10/2013

Duties: Ensure all Recruits are properly received, integrated, trained and MOS qualified prior to joining their units as fully deployable assets; responsible for the mental preparation, administrative correctness and physical fitness for all assigned Recruits; assist in training and mentorship to prepare Recruits for the rigors of IET; manage unit end strength through persistent AWOL recovery, lead generation and training pipeline loss elimination; provide for the welfare of Recruits through monitoring pay, promotions and education incentives; work with community and school leaders to resolve Recruit issues.

Mobilized: Operation Enduring Freedom; Bagram, Afghanistan 08/2009-07/2010

Duties: Served as a crew served weapons specialist during convoy operations. Provided mounted roaming security for non-weaponized vehicles and personnel via M19, M2, M240, M249. Ensured the safety of all convoy personnel for over 200 missions. Ensured all hauled cargo was properly loaded and secured (via chains and binders, ratchet straps, locking pins) according to motor transport standards.

Mobilized: Operation Iraqi Freedom; Kuwait 06/2007-07/2008

Duties: Provided movement control support for U.S. military by utilizing SMS, Gates, and RF-ID to locate transportation information. Acted as a transportation liaison amongst various military organizations and commercial agencies. Prepared and maintained records of transportation documentation to include, transportation control and movement documents (TCMD), transportation movement requests (TMRs), as well as any other documentation needed, for PAX and cargo.

Human Resources Technician - GS-05, Department of the Army 01/2006-01/2007

Duties: Processed officer and enlisted evaluations, promotions, reductions and the classification, assignment and utilization of personnel on the Unit Management Report (UMR). Monitor and supervise security levels of classified documents and enforce compliance. Conduct training sessions and provide advice to the S-1 section on enlisted promotions, DD 93s, SGLVs, awards and decorations, strength reporting, PERSTATS, and other informational activities.

Civilian Experience

Substitute Teacher, Boulder Valley School District, Jefferson County School District 01/2020 – 09/2021

Duties: Develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the school district and regular teacher’s outlook. Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the lesson plan. Supervise students in and out of the classroom, as well as manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment. The ability to adapt to ever changing tasks and to create detailed reports documenting student’s success.

High School Fast-Pitch Softball Head Coach, Adams 12 08/2018-06/2020

Duties: Responsible for initiating various aspects of the Softball Program, such as recruiting within the school, scheduling opponents, training, and coaching team members. Required to abide by district, state and national rules and regulations. Maintain constant check of student athlete’s grades and conduct. Coordinate the development and promotion of the Softball Program. Assess players’ skills and assign team positions, organize and schedule practice sessions, as well as organize and direct individual and small group practices activities/exercises. Determine game strategy based on the team’s capabilities. Maintain and secure all softball equipment and uniforms. Hold a preseason meeting with all student-athletes and parents before the first official game. Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury. Represent the School and Softball program in a professional manner. Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.

Operations Manager, Allied Universal 07/2017 – 05/2018

Duties: Manage 12,000 man hours per week, spread across 72 different sites. Conduct scheduling and payroll for 513 employees, to include submitting any payroll discrepancies there may be, processing workplace injuries, as well as provide follow up. Ensure that all vacation and annual bonuses are being paid out in a timely manner. Act as sole hiring and termination authority. Assist with internal investigations of Employees, to include the completion of all follow-up documentation and its processing. Ensure that all appropriate training for each employee and site is being conducted and input in their respectful tracking system. Coordinate Site start-ups and ensure that all systems are running smoothly. Provide supervisory counseling, both positive and negative, for all Site Supervisors and ensure that these are being done at their levels as well. Respond to all forms of communication in an accurate and timely manner. Effectively communicate between Employees, Clients and Superiors. Ensure that all National Account and Site compliance is adhered to, as well as input in a timely manner. Meet with Clients and conduct Site visits to address any issues that may arise, so as to provide the best Customer Service possible.

Youth Services Specialist II, CDHS 01/2017 – 07/2017

Duties: Provide oversight and supervision of CYSOI’s. This oversight includes personnel supervision, crisis management oversight, and therapeutic direction to Staff, as well as quality assurance functions within the specific program, administration designee and role modeling, and support to direct and indirect Staff.

Correction Officer I, CDHS 08/2016 – 01/2017

Duties: Coach and mentor youth within the context of the facility’s behavior management program. Serves as a role model for the client. Adhere to the DYC five core values and five key strategies, actively support DYC initiatives, utilize Motivational Interviewing, intervene in potentially volatile situations, conduct room and unit searches for contraband. Utilize verbal de-escalation skills. Conduct individual and group counseling to communicate expectations, concerns, problems, behaviors, events, rules, gang issues, or to prevent a situation that might arise from observations of changed behaviors.

Armed Guard, ACADEMI 05/2015 - 11/2015

Duties: Operate Entry Control Point duties to include search of host nation personnel, vehicles and cargo for contraband and explosives. Maintain base security via manning perimeter towers, BDOC gates, and PAX terminals. Proficient on security and base operations, weapon systems and equipment. Verify identification documentation is current and accurate for all incoming and outgoing personnel, to ensure Base security.

Personal Trainer, Anytime Fitness 10/2014 - 4/2015

Duties: Develop and implement diet and exercise regimens. Prepare and conduct fitness classes. Provide accurate knowledge to clients on fitness and health while taking into consideration their fitness level, eating habits and medical history.

Human Resources Specialist, State of Minnesota - Veterans Home 05/26/2012-08/28/2012

Duties: Planning and coordination of all staff training, provided guidance on company and veteran policies, submitted pay and leave bi-monthly, employee benefits to include medical, dental, rehabilitation and therapy, counseling; both individual and family, verification of citizenship/employment.

Correction Officer II/PPCT Instructor, Department of Corrections 01/17/2007-5/24/2012

Duties: Supervised 954 inmates on a daily basis, responded to fights, and maintained a high level of security and accountability; completed reports in an accurate and timely manner; utilized interpersonal communication skills with offenders to de-escalate situations; instructed incoming and senior staff on proper pressure point and control tactics techniques.

Civilian Education

Purdue University-Global 06/2023-Present

Bachelor of Science: Health and Wellness

Graduate Fall of 2024

Metropolitan State University – Denver, Denver, CO 08/01/2018-06/02/2021

Area of Study: K-12 Physical Education (Transitioned to above)

Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood, CO 01/19/2016-01/2017

Area of Study: Business Management

Concordia University, Saint Paul, MN 08/28/12-06/03/13

Area of Study: Kinesiology

Certifications

Army Suicide Intervention Skills Team (ASIST) 2020

American Heart Saver Association – Child/Infant CPR/AED 2018

ASIST/ACE-SI 2018

Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) 2017

Youth Mental Health First Aid Course 2017

ASHI Certification 2016

Combat Life Saver/First Responder 2016

Suicide Intervention Officer 2014

Resilience Trainer Assistant 2013

Pressure Points and Control Tactics Instructor 2009

Technical School/Courses

Senior Leadership Course (SLC), Ft. Knox, KY 02/12/2023-03/01/2023

Special Qualification Identifier-4: Recruiter’s Course, Ft. Knox, KY 03/13/2022-05/28/2022

Army Leadership Course (ALC), Ft. Knox, KY 01/11/2020-02/07/2020

Commandants List, Ranked 2 of 35

Department of Human Services Academy, Golden, CO 08/2017

Youth Services Counselor 1 Graduate

Department of Corrections Academy, Canon City, CO 06/2016-07/2016

Correction Officer 1 Graduate

Motor Transport Operator School, Ft. Hunter Liggett, CA 02/22/2009-03/09/2009

US Army Combatives Level 1, Camp Ripley, MN 12/15/2008-12/19/2008

US Army Warrior Leadership Course, Ft. McCoy, WI 08/27/2008-09/12/2008

Department of Corrections Academy, Saint Paul, MN 03/2007-04/2007

Correction Officer 1 Graduate

Ft. Jackson, SC 09/05/2005-11/10/2005

Human Resources Specialist

Basic Combat Training, Ft. Leonard Wood, MO 06/28/2004-09/2/2004

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