Austen Rodriguez
US Army Officer
Post Falls,ID
Wanderer, there is no path, the path is made by walking.
Antonio Machado
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Summary
Career oriented military professional and commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve. Effective at leading teams to accomplish complex and ambitious goals. Deadline and detail oriented and capable of handling multiple time-critical tasks. Dynamic personality and people oriented; always balance employee needs with mission requirements. Top Secret government security clearance. Resilient, flexible and determined to succeed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Movement Control Officer
US Army Reserve
Baltimore , MD
05.2023 - Current
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 30 soldiers and personnel.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
Lab Consultant
Washington State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported all computer lab operations.
- Provided instruction to all lab users on proper use of all equipment.
- Handled lab equipment, cleaned keyboards, monitors and disk drives.
- Configured hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Diagnosed hardware problems and fixed faults or contacted appropriate repair service.
- Broke down and evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise and probing questions.
- Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
- Helped streamline repair processes and update procedures for support action consistency.
- Removed malware, ransomware and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
Command and Control Operations Specialist
United States Air Force
Barksdale AFB, LA
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Performed Command & Control actions to support Homeland Security, National Defense, and Air Force Operations
- Coordinated actions to ensure prompt response during emergency management operations
- Received, processed, and disseminated emergency action messages via voice and record copy systems
- Flight-followed and managed aerospace resources and monitored mission status to include aircrew support, transportation, maintenance support, fleet services, and passenger and cargo support
- Ensured proper use and control of resources and classified materials
- Developed and evaluated command post processes
- Performed self inspections, nuclear safety inspections, and ensured operational readiness in adherence to standards
- Maintained and disseminated local and worldwide current and forecast weather, to include watches, advisories, and warnings to installation populace and aerospace resources.
- Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
- Enhanced operational performance and reduced labor expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English / Military Science & Political Science
08.2020 - 05.2023
GPA: 3.4
- Professional Development: Reserve Officer Training Corps
- Relevant Coursework: Leadership Studies & Operational Management
- Ranked in Top 25% of class
- Elected to President for the John Quincy Adams Society in 2021
- WSU Men's Rowing Team Member
- WSU STAGE Student Theater Member
- ROTC Operations and Training Officer (2022)
- ROTC Intelligence Officer (2023)
- AFROTC Arnold Air Society Member
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
05.2023 - Current
- Continuing education in leadership with an emphasis on global relations. Accepted in GU for the Fall 2023 semester. Expected graduation in May 2025.
Skills
- Strong Leader
- Compelling presentation skills
- Operations management
- Adaptive to new environments
- Training and development
- Emergency planning
- Troubleshooting
- Data quality control checks
- Proofreading and editing
- Exceptional communication skills
- Thrives on Multitasking
- Interfacing with high echelons of leadership
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Products
- Administrative Support
Awards & Decoration
Awards:
- 3 Time Diamond Sharp Airman Winner, Barksdale AFB, WSA (2019)
- 2 Time Airman of the Quarter Winner, Barksdale AFB, WSA (2018, 2019)
- Winner of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Award, WSU (2022)
- Winner of the Superior Cadet Decoration Award, WSU (2023)
Decorations:
- Air Force Training Ribbon (2017)
- National Defense Service Ribbon (2017)
- Global War on Terrorism Service Ribbon (2017)
- Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Ribbon with "N" Device (2020)
- Air Force Good Conduct Ribbon (2020)
References
Master Sergeant (MSGT) Lynn Brown / Supervisor, USAF / Cell: (808) 457-8901
Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Matthew Sheftic / Instructor, ROTC / Cell: (240) 753-3325
Miss Emma Moroles / Manager, AML / Email: emma.moroles@wsu.edu
Work Availability
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Timeline
Movement Control Officer - US Army Reserve
05.2023 - Current
Gonzaga University - Master of Arts, Organizational Leadership
05.2023 - Current
Lab Consultant - Washington State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Washington State University - Bachelor of Arts, English / Military Science & Political Science
08.2020 - 05.2023
Command and Control Operations Specialist - United States Air Force
06.2017 - 07.2020