Christopher Alan Holman

I collect sources from multiple published, electronic, domestic, and international resources for collective projects/oral presentations and resources to verify an authentic timeline and story. I provide in-person determinations of resource authenticity. I have experience in writing from blog level to published paper-level of work. I am proficient in the organization and maintenance of official military documentation in a repository.

Diligent student and historian with solid foundation in diesel mechanics and history of ensuring optimal performance of heavy-duty vehicles. Successfully contributed to major repairs and maintenance projects, demonstrating precision and reliability. Proven expertise in troubleshooting and engine diagnostics, paired with keen ability to implement effective solutions in diverse mechanical challenges.

· Presented published work for the Civil war study group of Independence March 2021

· Published paper titled The New York Life Building March 2019

· Presented published work for The State Historical Society of Missouri March 2019

· Published work accepted into the Missouri Valley Special Collections March 2019

• The New York Life Building
• Whitworth Rifle
• The Keystone Division: How the 28th Infantry Division was defeated during the Hürtgen Forest

• BASIC REQUIREMENTS I am a U.S. citizen. I am registered for Selective Service. I possess a master's degree in history.
• SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE I qualify for the GS-13 grade level of this position and have 3 years of progressive higher education. I have a master's degree, and I have at least the next lower grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as follows: 8 years of experience providing reference and research services pertaining to Marine Corps history, military, and United States history. 1 year of experience overseeing historical programs. 2 years of experience providing archival digitization support for print resources.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Advanced COMPUTER skills - I use computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work. Expert CUSTOMER SERVICE skills - I work with clients and customers (the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations. I know about available products and services. I am committed to providing high-quality products and services. I anticipate and meet the needs of both internal and external customers. I am committed to continuous improvement. Expert DATA ANALYSIS skills - I evaluate data using analytical and logical reasoning to examine each component of the data provided. I gather, review, and then analyze data to form some sort of finding or conclusion. Advanced EDITING skills - I demonstrate skill in editing the work of myself and others to improve pieces of writing and make them adhere to specific style guides in preparation for publication. I perform proofreading by checking for grammatical/punctuation errors and spelling mistakes. Advanced ORAL COMMUNICATION skills - I express information (ideas or facts) to individuals and groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (technical, sensitive, controversial). I make clear and convincing oral presentations. I listen to others effectively, attend to nonverbal cues, clarify information as needed and respond appropriately. Advanced RESEARCH skills - I demonstrate knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry, including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data and the reporting of results. Advanced WRITTEN COMMUNICATION skills - I write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.