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Elijah Pointer

Pueblo,Colorado

Summary

  • Seeking a position within a professional organization that I can build upon a skill group to continue the pursuit of happiness and build upon fundamentals I have learned throughout various professions.
  • My last working position was an Army Infantry Platoon Sergeant with a secret security clearance. I have been in the military for eight years and am a veteran of the U.S Marine Corp. I was charged with leading a platoon of thirty Soldiers, utilizing small arms weapons and various other weapons systems. I am able to operate in various combat zones. Taking these skills I am able to keep any team at peak combat efficiency to fight the enemies of my country both domestically and overseas. I have deployed to Adana Turkey where I used my experience as a logistics manager to support operations on multiple flight missions in support of combat operations. In the year of 2022, I deployed to the Republic of Korea to train alongside the ROK Army where I assisted with the training and welfare of attached Korean Soldiers strengthen the bonds between the United States and South Korea. Skills I have learned:
  • Exemplary organizational skills
  • Senior supervision experience
  • Dependability
  • Confident in leadership positions
  • Adapt to critical situations
  • Critical thinking

Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related criminal defense. Expertly conducts research, collects witness statements and organizes files. Experienced working with diverse populations to optimize representation. Goal-oriented and experienced in providing administrative support to legal departments with focus on document management. Demonstrated ability in interpreting legal documents and policies.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Garcia Gutierrez Law Group
03.2024 - Current
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.

Army Infantryman

U.S Army
09.2019 - 04.2023
  • I served and led a four man team of highly trained individuals as well as a squad leader of twelve
  • My final position was a platoon sergeant in charge of the care of millions of dollars of government equipment as well as the administrative care and logistics of over 100 Soldiers within the company
  • I served with the 4th battalion, 70th regiment, Cobra Company, where we were taught fourteen drills to react to situations without a deliberate thought making process
  • Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress missions.
  • Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
  • Maintained strict discipline within the ranks, enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
  • Performed as a Fire Team Leader during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.

Individual Material Readiness Asset Manager

U.S Marine Corp
08.2014 - 08.2019
  • During my service with the Marine Corp, I was an individual material readiness list asset manager (IMRL)
  • I managed assets and support equipment for various aircrafts and systems utilizing a logistics tracking system to ensure all equipment and administrative records needed by maintenance personnel and officers were distributed properly
  • Managed more than 9,000 aeronautical aircraft equipment or missions across domestic and foreign countries
  • Over my last few years at Marine Corp air station, Cherry Point I had managed over 9000 pieces of equipment vital to various units, and missions across domestic and foreign soil
  • By my leadership I was recommended for retention and to pursue extra duty assignments such as recruiting duty

Busser & Crew Trainer

Olive Garden
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Gained experience that helped to train new employees on standards and procedures set my managerial staff.
  • Taking pride in my work to make sure the job was always above satisfactory, the managers offered me a manager position but I declined to continue my military career
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.

Host & Busser

Paris Bakery & Cafe
01.2015 - 08.2018
  • Company Overview: a local french restaurant
  • Taking the skills I learned from Red Robin, I applied them to the restaurant which helped when it came to the more senior customers who appreciated simple manners as well as the interaction I had with them
  • This especially helped with french citizens who had visited the restaurant after the Paris bombing that occurred in 2016
  • A local french restaurant
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.

Host & Busser

Red Robin
06.2014 - 01.2015
  • During my time at Red Robin I worked as both the Host and Busser for the restaurant
  • Both these positions reinforced my ability to use critical thinking as well as physical endurance when it came to long hours on the job
  • At the end of the night since I worked more hours than my peers, I was assigned the task of counting the total tips from each server then distributing the money amongst the employees
  • Managers recommended me for a managerial position upon graduating from high school

Crew Trainer

Taco Bell
04.2012 - 06.2014
  • Started first employment at Taco Bell at the age of sixteen
  • Working at the front and back register, accepting orders or receiving money
  • After a year became the crew trainer due to mastering almost every position at the establishment and the ability to communicate well with new employees and customers

Education

Leadership And Ethics Training
Adana, Turkey
06.2018 -

Basic Leadership Course -

Fort Bliss, TX
08.2020

Infantrymen -

Fort Benning, GA
10.2019

Individual Material Readiness List Asset Manager -

Meridian, MS
03.2016

Information Systems and Supply Management Training -

Cherry Point, NC
03.2016

High School Diploma -

Bartlett High School
Anchorage, AK
05.2015

Skills

  • Exemplary Organizational skills
  • Senior Supervision Experience
  • Dependability
  • Confident in Leadership Positions
  • Client Communication
  • Case Management
  • Legal Research
  • Adapt to critical situations
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Paralegal

Garcia Gutierrez Law Group
03.2024 - Current

Army Infantryman

U.S Army
09.2019 - 04.2023

Busser & Crew Trainer

Olive Garden
07.2018 - 08.2019

Leadership And Ethics Training
06.2018 -

Host & Busser

Paris Bakery & Cafe
01.2015 - 08.2018

Individual Material Readiness Asset Manager

U.S Marine Corp
08.2014 - 08.2019

Host & Busser

Red Robin
06.2014 - 01.2015

Crew Trainer

Taco Bell
04.2012 - 06.2014

Infantrymen -

Individual Material Readiness List Asset Manager -

Information Systems and Supply Management Training -

High School Diploma -

Bartlett High School

Basic Leadership Course -

Elijah Pointer