Jackson Hightower
US Army
Bluffton,SC
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Highly-adaptable professional experienced in leading teams and enhancing performance through strategic training and mentorship. Skilled in high-pressure environments, intelligence gathering, and cross-functional coordination. Eager to leverage extensive military experience to improve team effectiveness and mission outcomes.
Work History
Sniper Team Leader
3 Years 6 Months- Led sniper teams in high-stakes operations, ensuring team cohesion and mission success through strategic planning and execution.
- Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence, improving situational awareness for command decisions.
- Coordinated with multi-functional teams for seamless integration of tactical operations and intelligence support.
- Developed and executed training programs, enhancing marksmanship skills and operational readiness of team members.
- Trained and mentored foreign military personnel on long range marksmanship.
- Competed in 3 shooting competitions outside of work and placed in the top 10 or higher in all three.
Airborne Ranger
3 Years 10 Months- Conducted tactical operations and mission planning to achieve strategic objectives.
- Led 4–6-man teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring teamwork and effective communication.
- Trained and mentored junior soldiers on operational procedures, small unit tactics, and live fire exercises.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance soldier readiness and performance.
- Operated various light infantry weapon systems and conducted weekly drills to increase proficiency and build team cohesion.
Firefighter
3 Years 10 Months- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assessment and action in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated firefighting equipment, including hoses, pumps, and ladders, during emergency response operations.
- Conducted routine inspection of equipment and apparatus to ensure operational readiness.
Skills
In depth knowledge of advanced marksmanship and ballistics
Ability to operate in high stress environments
Operates well in a team setting
Small unit tactics
Intelligence gathering
Physical fitness
Accomplishments
Attended the Special Forces Level 1 Sniper Course graduating in the top 5 in the class.
Attended and graduated the Army's premiere leadership course-Ranger School.
Certification
Top Secret/SCI Clearance
SFSC LVL I
B4 Basic Sniper School
Advanced Ranger First Responder
Timeline
Sniper Team Leader
US Army
04.2023 - 10.2026Read More
Airborne Ranger
US Army
06.2019 - 04.2023Read More
Firefighter
Duncan Chapel Fire District
08.2015 - 06.2019Read More