Jack R. Lien
Eveleth,MN
Summary
Individual contributor, able to operate a variety of outdoor machinery while protecting natural resources and the public in all types of environments and conditions. As an Infantry veteran, holds experience in patrolling both rural and urban environments while maintaining high situational awareness and overall adaptability. Accomplished organizational goals with accountability and confidence. Skilled at identifying and diagnosing problems while being driven to provide exceptional public service to help people explore and connect to natural areas. Excellent knowledge of Aquatic invasive species prevention practices and guidelines.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Aquatic Invasive Species Supervisor
North St. Louis Soil & Water Conservation District
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervised over 30 watercraft inspectors across the county over the entire summer independently
- Practiced early AIS identification and collection measures while reporting targeted specimens to the AIS coordinator using logs and report strategies
- Collaborated with local Conservation Officers and other DNR personnel
- Provided public presentations and community outreach for AIS prevention
- Traveled up to 200 miles daily in an assigned government vehicle to supervise watercraft inspectors assigned far apart from one another
- Provided preventative maintenance on 7 mobile decontamination units and taught inspectors how to operate them at their sites
Armed Security Officer
Rochester Armored Car Inc.
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Accounted for, and was held responsible for millions of dollars worth of cash, coin, checks, and company equipment daily
- Trained new crew members
- Serviced & replenished multiple different styles of ATMs
- Spent thousands of hours over the road and worked with little supervision
- Operated in all weather conditions
- Cleaned, repaired, and inspected equipment before daily routes as needed
Infantryman
US Army
07.2017 - 10.2020
- Attained an Expert Infantryman’s Badge
- Trained and supervised multiple Machine Gunners as a Machine Gun Team Leader (Assistant Gunner)
- Authored weapons and personnel range card placements used by higher headquarters for analyzing defensive position placement of over 100 personnel
- Expanded cultural awareness and interaction skills with multiple cultures while deployed in Syria, Iraq, Turkey, and Kuwait
- Utilized fundamentals of teamwork, leadership, safety, and quality control
- Arranged and supervised preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance of equipment
- Planned and implemented training activities such as classes, workshops, and exercises
- Established accountability and serviceability of millions of dollars worth of military equipment and sensitive items with no losses
- Helped workers understand responsibilities, identified problem areas, and outlined corrective actions
- Mastered advanced soldiering skills such as teamwork, situational awareness, discipline, training, communication, and first aid
- Honorable Discharge
Education
Minnesota P.O.S.T. Qualified
Minnesota P.O.S.T. Board07.2024
Summer Skills Law Enforcement Academy - Law Enforcement
Minnesota North College
Hibbing, MN07.2024
Associate of Science - Wildland/Wildlife Law Enforcement
Minnesota North College
Ely, MN05.2024
High School Diploma -
Moorhead Senior High
Moorhead, MN05.2017
Additional Certifications
Skills
- Active Learning
- Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Equipment Maintenance
- Judgement & Decision Making
- Monitoring
- Time Management
- Troubleshooting
- Memorization
- Arm-Hand Steadiness
- Cultural Awareness and Interaction
- Outdoor Survival & Readiness
- Patience
- Invasive Species Identification and Handling
- Plant Identification and Knowledge
DNR Volunteer Firearms Instructor
- Served as a Minnesota DNR Firearms Safety Instructor
- Instructor #26714
- Two Eveleth Classes taught: 3/21/23 (In person), & 9/24/23 (Hybrid)
Additional Information
- Expert Infantryman’s Badge - Awarded for successfully training for and testing 36 field tasks of the Infantry resulting in the separation from peers
- Army Commendation Medal - Awarded for meritorious service, dedication, attention to detail, and selfless service while conducting assignment as an M240 Machine Gunner
- Army Achievement Medal - Meritorious award for being Honor-Grad at an Air Force Arctic Survival School,
- Army Achievement Medal - Meritorious award for part as a Machine Gun Team Leader (Assistant Gunner) in the most effective and efficient weapons squad in the Infantry Battalion
- Army Achievement Medal - Meritorious award for contributions to the Battalion's mission while serving as a Machine Gun Team Leader (Assistant Gunner)
- Polar Bear Award Awarded for achieving Honor-Grad status among peers during arctic survival training
- Army Good Conduct Medal - Awarded for serving a full-duty term with zero negligent incidents
- National Defense Service Medal - Awarded for service during times of international conflict
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal - Awarded for service during the Global War on Terrorism
- Overseas Service Ribbon - Awarded for service overseas in Syria, Iraq, Turkey, and Kuwait
- Army Service Ribbon - Awarded for completing Army Basic Combat Training
- President's Volunteer Service Award (Silver) for over 175 hours of volunteer service in a single year
References
Steven Chihak
Minnesota Conservation Officer
(218)244-9141
steven.chihak@state.mn.us
Jacob Swedberg
Minnesota Conservation Officer
(218)408-4325
jacob.swedberg@state.mn.us
Jon Utecht
Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator
North St. Louis Soil & Water Conservation District
(218)288-6142
jon@nslswcd.org
Luke Unsworth
Platoon Leader, 1st Lieutenant
US Army
(757)705-6692
luke.p.unsworth@gmail.com
Timeline
Aquatic Invasive Species Supervisor
North St. Louis Soil & Water Conservation District
04.2023 - 08.2023
Armed Security Officer
Rochester Armored Car Inc.
10.2020 - 04.2022
Infantryman
US Army
07.2017 - 10.2020
Minnesota P.O.S.T. Qualified
Summer Skills Law Enforcement Academy - Law Enforcement
Minnesota North College
Associate of Science - Wildland/Wildlife Law Enforcement
Minnesota North College
High School Diploma -
Moorhead Senior High
Additional Certifications
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