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Farrah Buchholz

Fort Greely

Summary

Dedicated member of a team and problem solver looking to transition from a successful career in the military to an academic advising career in the field of education and counseling services. Calm under pressure with superior time management and conflict resolution skills. Passionate about assisting others in their journey towards success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Military Police

Missile Defense Complex
2021.02 - Current
  • As a Military Police soldier, I work as Physical Security for the Missile Defense Complex located in Fort Greely, Alaska.
  • Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
  • Provided training to fellow Military Police Soldiers, increasing overall unit readiness and effectiveness.
  • Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of law enforcement.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of security measures for military training exercises, ensuring the safety of all personnel involved.

Military Police

330th Military Police Company, United States Army
2018.10 - 2021.02
  • I upheld Military law and standards established by the United States Army.
  • Assisted in the development of improved standard operating procedures for Military Police operations through regular review of current practices.
  • Ensured public safety during large-scale events by coordinating crowd control measures and monitoring potential threats.

Automobile Technician

Valvoline Instant Oil Change
2020.07 - 2021.02
  • As an automobile technician at Valvoline Instant Oil Change, I was responsible for speaking with customers about their vehicle and the services we can offer to them
  • Performed all preventative maintenance services that we had to offer.
  • Contributed to overall team success with strong problem-solving skills applied in troubleshooting complex automotive issues.

Front Desk Coordinator

Lucille`s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que
2016.08 - 2020.03
  • As a Front Desk Coordinator, I delegated the employees on shift to perform tasks needed
  • Responsible for the wait time of customers, the structure of the shift, the cleanliness of the restaurant, and dividing the tip money to the bussers and other front desk employees.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Balanced daily cash drawer reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial recordkeeping.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

American Military University
Charles Town, West Virginia
08.2024

High School Diploma -

Vista Murrieta High School
Murrieta, CA
06.2016

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Leadership
  • Money Management
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Tactful
  • Efficient
  • Physical Security
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Career Development
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cross-cultural communication

Accomplishments

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (B.O.S.S) representative | Fort Greely, Alaska 99731

  • Coordinated and executed events for soldiers to learn new skills and build comradery.


Basic Leadership Course | Joint Base Force Elmendorf- Richardson, Alaska 99506

  • Developed leadership and team building skills

Timeline

Military Police

Missile Defense Complex
2021.02 - Current

Automobile Technician

Valvoline Instant Oil Change
2020.07 - 2021.02

Military Police

330th Military Police Company, United States Army
2018.10 - 2021.02

Front Desk Coordinator

Lucille`s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que
2016.08 - 2020.03

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

American Military University

High School Diploma -

Vista Murrieta High School
Farrah Buchholz