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Education
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Dennis Gonzales

Youngsville,LA

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience as a Platoon Sergeant in the US Army, excelling in personnel management and operational planning. Enhanced mission outcomes through innovative strategies and reduced training accidents by promoting safety. Strengthened team morale and communication, ensuring mission success. Skilled in intelligence gathering and maintaining security, with a proven track record in leadership and training coordination.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Platoon Sergeant

US Army
12.2012 - 07.2025
  • Trained, supervised and organized over 30 soldiers and personnel.
  • Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
  • Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
  • Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
  • Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
  • Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.

Patrol Corporal

Broussard Police
07.2017 - 04.2025
  • Assisted in criminal investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses for case development.
  • Strengthened police-public relations through proactive communication and involvement in community events.
  • Improved community safety by conducting regular patrols and addressing any suspicious activities.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills by taking charge of situations when necessary to maintain order and resolve conflicts effectively.
  • Ensured accurate reporting of incidents by completing detailed reports and maintaining comprehensive records for future reference.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing training and support to fellow officers on patrol procedures.

Education

GED -

Pine High School
Franklinton, LA
10.2012

Skills

  • Personnel management
  • Operational planning
  • Building morale
  • Training coordination
  • Intelligence gathering
  • Maintaining security
  • Vehicle operation
  • Overseeing training

Timeline

Patrol Corporal

Broussard Police
07.2017 - 04.2025

Platoon Sergeant

US Army
12.2012 - 07.2025

GED -

Pine High School