Brent Vestering
Fort Hood,TX
Summary
Chief Warrant Officer 3 with 22 years of leadership in the U.S. Army JAG Corps, retiring in Summer 2026, seeking the Senior Army Instructor position at Wichita Northwest High School to empower cadets with college and career-ready skills, foster leadership, and promote citizenship through the JROTC program, aligning with the school’s mission and Grizzly Core Values of Pride, Excellence, and Respect. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief, Operations and Administrative Division
Office of the General Counsel
Fort Carson, CO
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Led 30 legal professionals within the 4th Infantry Division OSJA, managing $6.2M budgets and 19 service contracts worth $500K, earning the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) for outstanding dedication and professionalism (2024).
- Developed synchronized budget processes with G8 and MICC, enhancing efficiency by 30%, skills applicable to managing JROTC programs like drill teams and community service.
- Designed a Zoom training platform for 430 judge advocates, ensuring predictable learning outcomes, directly translatable to delivering JROTC’s LET curriculum.
- Conducted 30+ physical training sessions, coaching soldiers in Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F), improving unit fitness by 25%, preparing me to lead JROTC cadet fitness programs.
- Mentored junior soldiers in leadership and discipline, aligning with JROTC’s mission to motivate better citizens.
Chief, Operations and Student Services
The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School
Charlottesville, VA
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Approved $500K in purchase training, ensuring 100% compliance for 430 judge advocates.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow military students on academic issues.
- Adapted to diverse learning environments, including remote and in-person settings.
- Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for educational challenges.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Mastered various software tools and platforms for online learning and assignments.
Executive Officer, Student Detachment
The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School
Charlottesville, VA
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Directed project leadership by establishing timelines, delegating tasks, and tracking progress.
- Ensured compliance with company standards through performance monitoring of staff members.
- Oversaw daily operations encompassing budgeting, forecasting, accounting, payroll, and personnel administration.
- Developed and executed organizational procedures, policies, systems, and processes.
- Formulated long-term goals and objectives aligned with organizational vision and mission.
- Assisted commander in strategic planning while managing day-to-day operations.
Paralegal Supervisor
The 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, VA
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Supported 2013 Twilight Tattoo production, earning two Army Commendation Medals for outstanding performance.
- Demonstrated professionalism and commitment to duty, embodying traditions of The Old Guard.
- Conducted document reviews to pinpoint relevant facts and issues in disputes.
- Assisted attorneys with research projects utilizing online databases and various resources.
- Evaluated paralegal performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance legal service delivery.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Army People Seminar
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05-2024
Master of Science - Adult Learning and Leadership
Kansas State University
Olathe, KS05-2018
Graduate Certificate - Leadership Dynamics For The Adult Learner
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
American Military University
Charles Town, WV05-2013
Skills
- Leadership and Mentorship: Guided 30 personnel in high-pressure environments, fostering discipline and resilience for JROTC cadet leadership roles
- Training and Curriculum Development: Designed training for 430 judge advocates, adaptable to JROTC’s LET curriculum
- Program Management: Managed $62M budgets and contracts, ensuring efficiency for JROTC program administration
- Physical Fitness: Led 30 PT sessions, meeting Army standards (April 2025: 220 lbs deadlift, 25 push-ups), ready to lead cadet fitness programs
- Adult Learning Expertise: Applied MS in Adult Learning to design effective training, enhancing JROTC instruction
- Data Analytics and Project Management: Ongoing Google certificate and PMP training to integrate modern skills into JROTC curriculum
Certification
- Google Data and Analytics Professional Certificate | Coursera Online | 2026 (estimated)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Training, 35 Hours | PM ProLearn | 2023
- Movement and Mobility Specialist | The Ready State | 2021]
- Personal Training and Athletic Coaching | Westside Barbell | 2021
- Common Faculty Development- Instructor's Course | U.S. Army | 2021
- Knowledge Management Course | U.S. Army | 2018
Awards
Meritorious Service Medal, 4th Infantry Division (2024), Army Commendation Medal (2 awards), 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (2013), Top Legal Administrator, 4th Infantry Division (2024), Recommended for Promotion to CW4 and Warrant Officer Senior Service Education (2024)
Affiliations
- Cub Master, Cub Scout Pack 221, Scouting America, Fort Hood, TX | [Years, e.g., 2020–2023]
- Member, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Fort Hood, TX | [Years, e.g., 2019–Present]
Training
- Warrant Officer Intermediate Level Education (WOILE) | The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, [Location, e.g., Charlottesville, VA] | [Year, e.g., 2021]
- Army People Seminar | [Location, e.g., Fort Leavenworth, KS] | 2024
- Army Instructor Course | [Location, e.g., Fort Benning, GA] | [Year, e.g., 2022]
- Knowledge Management Course | [Location] | [Year, e.g., 2021]
Accomplishments
- Distinguished Honor Graduate, Warrant Officer Intermediate Level Education Common Course / U.S. Army / 2023: Ranked 1 of 40 students with a 100% GPA
- Distinguished Honor Graduate, Judge Advocate Warrant Officer Advance Course / U.S. Army / 2018: Overall highest GPA in the class with a 95.25% GPA
- Commandant's List, Warrant Officer Basic Course / U.S. Army / 2014: Ranked 3 of
- Outstanding Support, 57th Presidential Inauguration, Military District of Washington / U.S. Army / 2013
- Honorary Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetry / U.S. Army / 2012, 2013
- Army Leadership Award, Advanced Leader's Course / U.S. Army / 2011
- Broadening Assignments, Afghanistan (2008) & Iraq (2011) / U.S. Army
- Leadership Values Award, Advanced Individual Training / U.S. Army / 2004
- Soldier of the Cycle, Basic Combat Training / U.S. Army / 2004
Timeline
Chief, Operations and Administrative Division
Office of the General Counsel
05.2021 - 05.2024
Chief, Operations and Student Services
The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School
07.2020 - 05.2021
Executive Officer, Student Detachment
The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School
07.2018 - 07.2020
Paralegal Supervisor
The 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
10.2012 - 05.2014
Certificate of Completion - Army People Seminar
University of Louisville
Master of Science - Adult Learning and Leadership
Kansas State University
Graduate Certificate - Leadership Dynamics For The Adult Learner
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
American Military University
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