Brandon G. Carroll
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader and adept communicator with a proven record in enhancing veteran student engagement at DePaul University and maximizing educational benefits. Successfully managed a $3M asset portfolio as a team leader in the United States Marine Corps. Expertise in programming languages and collaborative teamwork drives initiatives that foster community outreach and resource advocacy, achieving significant advancements in military and educational sectors. I aim to leverage these skills to further enhance community support and engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Veteran Liaison / Veteran Peer Mentor
DePaul University Office of Veteran’s Affairs
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Served as a customer service representative to assist around 350 veteran students per academic quarter to maximize their G.I. Bill's education benefits.
- Held a lead role as Head Veteran Liaison since the fall of 2022, with a team of four Veteran Liaisons.
- Organized and hosted events for DePaul University’s veteran students to expand the involvement of the Office of Veteran Affairs in veteran students’ advancements in their education and careers.
- Displayed strong telephone, email, and in-person customer service etiquette to effectively handle veteran students' concerns.
- Identified the needs of veteran students promptly and efficiently.
Communications Manager
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC, And Kobane Landing Zone, Syria
07.2016 - 07.2020
- Lead Manager of communication equipment, valued at $3 million, including the repair and distribution of equipment to 625 employees.
- Managed and mentored a team of 15 employees on the handling of communication equipment, ensuring proper training, and leadership development for management roles.
- Conducted monthly inspections of communication equipment with headquarters, ensuring compliance with Marine Corps policies.
- Driver for senior leadership, assessing security risks, and maintaining active communication between the commander and all employees in and out of conflict areas.
Plastic Fabricator
Dunham Designs
New Lenox, IL
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Designed and fabricated components using materials such as plastic, metal, and wood.
- Adept at handling complex shop apparatus efficiently.
- Specialized in machine shop tool operation, such as mill, panel saw, table saw, and turret lathe.
- Specialized in welding techniques including thermal, solvent, and epoxy.
- Maintained workplace organization to promote safe operational practices.
- Trained entry-level employees.
- Constructed products using manually drawn blueprints and diagrams.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science - Game Systems
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
Chicago, IL06.2025
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient in programming languages such as C, Python, Swift, C, and C#
- Recordkeeping
- Resource advocacy
- Community outreach
- Military transitions
- Effective Leadership
- Collaborative Teamwork
Awards
- Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal, Awarded for supporting security teams of the Kobane Landing Zone during high-risk movements of military and civilian personnel.
- Certificate of Achievement, Awarded from the Syrian Defense Force for a supporting role against ISIS.
- DePaul Scholars Award
Timeline
Veteran Liaison / Veteran Peer Mentor
DePaul University Office of Veteran’s Affairs
01.2022 - Current
Communications Manager
United States Marine Corps
07.2016 - 07.2020
Plastic Fabricator
Dunham Designs
04.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Computer Science - Game Systems
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
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