Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist

Richard P. Jackson *******.*.*******@*******.*** www.linkedin.com/in/richard-jackson-6244bb379 2608 Brooke Bend

Cell: 910-***-**** Junction City, KS, 66441

Citizenship: US Veterans Preference: 10

Work Experience

DVOP Disabled Veterans Outreach Program 11/ 25 – Present

Kansas Department of Commerce S: Lidia Smith

1000 SW Jackson St STE 100 P: 785-***-****

Topeka, KS 66612 40 hrs. week

Serves as a Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist providing individualized career and employment services to eligible veterans, transitioning service members, and individuals with significant barriers to employment in accordance with federal and state workforce development regulations. Coordinated employment assistance, case management services, outreach activities, and workforce program support to improve veteran employment outcomes and promote access to workforce resources, training opportunities, and supportive services.

Key Accomplishments:

Provided intensive case management and individualized career services to veterans and eligible persons experiencing significant barriers to employment (SBE).

Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify employment needs, transferable skills, career goals, training requirements, and supportive service needs.

Conducted outreach to employers, veteran service organizations, homeless shelters, correctional facilities, and community agencies to promote veteran employment services.

Bachelor of Science Organizational Leadership

University of Charleston West Virginia

2300 MacCorkle Avenue SE

Charleston, WV, 25304

Completed a leadership-focused degree program emphasizing organizational management, team leadership, communication, strategic planning, and problem-solving. Applied these principles as a Senior Small Group Leader at Fort Drum to mentor and develop future leaders, enhance instructional effectiveness, and support the professional development of hundreds of Noncommissioned Officers.

Key Accomplishments:

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership while balancing professional responsibilities.

Developed leadership, strategic planning, and organizational management skills applicable to diverse work environments.

Senior Small Group Leader 11/ 22 – 11/24

CSM Southern “Buddy” Hewitt NCO Academy S: 1SG Christopher Bolger

4870 George Avenue P: 315-***-****

Fort Drum, NY 13602

Served as a senior instructor and mentor responsible for the professional development of more than 300 Noncommissioned Officers annually, delivering leadership training in organizational management, communication, planning, and problem-solving. Evaluated performance, provided developmental coaching, and enhanced leadership effectiveness, critical thinking, and course completion success through targeted mentorship and feedback.

Key Accomplishments:

Led the professional development of 300+ Noncommissioned Officers annually, preparing future supervisors and managers to lead personnel, manage resources, and execute organizational objectives in complex environments.

Evaluated and mentored 300+ students annually, conducting comprehensive performance assessments and developmental counseling that strengthened leadership effectiveness, and critical thinking processes.

Senior Logistics Transportation NCOIC 10/ 19 – 10/ 23

United States Army S: William Fry

Victory Hall, Bldg. 580 P: 785-***-****

Fort Riley, KS, 66442

Senior logistics and transportation leader overseeing sustainment operations for an organization of 1,000+ personnel. Managed resource allocation, transportation coordination, inventory accountability, and operational planning while supervising and mentoring 20+ personnel. Advised senior leadership on readiness, risk management, and resource requirements, ensuring mission success, regulatory compliance, and efficient execution of high-tempo operations.

Key Accomplishments:

Directed logistics, transportation, and sustainment operations supporting 1,000+ personnel, ensuring the timely movement of personnel, equipment, and resources while maintaining operational readiness, accountability, and mission continuity in a high-tempo environment.

Managed and supervised a Tactical Motor Pool (TMP) consisting of 60+ vehicles at Fort Riley, Kansas, during the 2021–2022 deployment rotation to Poland. Coordinated vehicle accountability, maintenance oversight, and distribution of transportation assets to supported units while the forward company operated overseas, ensuring uninterrupted support to installation and unit mission requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership

The University of Charleston West Virginia

Job-Related Training

NVTI (National Veterans’ Training Institute) DVOP Training Certifications

Documented Professional & Military Leadership Training

Additional Information

Experienced leader with over 20+ years of progressively responsible experience leading personnel, managing operations, coordinating transportation and logistics activities, and developing teams in complex, fast-paced organizations. Demonstrated expertise in leadership development, workforce training, operational planning, program administration, resource management, safety compliance, and coordinating efforts across multiple organizations to achieve mission objectives. Proven ability to analyze challenges, implement effective solutions, manage competing priorities, and improve organizational performance while fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Skilled in mentoring employees, facilitating training, managing large-scale programs, and communicating effectively with personnel at all organizational levels. Supported by a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and a strong record of achieving results through strategic planning, sound decision-making, and effective team leadership. Additional documentation, including transcripts, certifications, training records, performance evaluations, awards, and professional references, are available upon request.

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