Emily Burgess
Reedville,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Enlisted Soldier
Virginia Army National Guard
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow service members from other branches during joint exercises, demonstrating adaptability and teamwork capabilities.
- Trained new recruits in essential soldiering skills, fostering a strong foundation for their military careers.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Improved team morale by consistently providing clear communication and implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Achieved mission success by effectively leading a diverse group of soldiers during high-stress situations.
- Ensured mission readiness by maintaining personal weapons proficiency, scoring highly on annual qualification tests consistently.
Fishing Sales Associate
Butlers Bait and Tackle
04.2018 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Northumberland High School
Heathsville, VA05.2021
Skills
- Military Discipline
- Marksmanship Expertise
- Customer Relationship Building
- Organizational capabilities
- Personnel Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
Affiliations
- Chesapeake Bay Foundation Advocate
- Northumberland County Sheriff's office Explorers Program, 2019-2021
- Army ROTC with ODU host school
Volunteer Work
- Girl Scout services throughout middle and high school
- Court Appointed Social Advocates(CASA) organizations
- NAPS River clean up
- Bay Clean up with the Chesapeake Bay program
References
- Detective Sergeant Caleb Smith, (804) 724-0593
- Retired CWO Rafael Vega, (757) 790-9492
- Wesley Butler, (804) 761-4426
- SFC Andrew Hilliman, (757) 323-0925
Timeline
Enlisted Soldier
Virginia Army National Guard
03.2021 - Current
Fishing Sales Associate
Butlers Bait and Tackle
04.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Virginia Wesleyan University
High School Diploma -
Northumberland High School
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