Jay Brewster
Sheppard AFB
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in the US Army, adept at fostering collaborative partnerships and enhancing operational efficiency. Proven problem-solver skilled in project planning and MS Office tools, committed to achieving objectives in high-pressure environments while delivering exceptional service and building strong relationships.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in [Area of study] and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in [Area of expertise] and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
First Sergeant
US Army
01.2022 - Current
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Battalion Operations Sergeant
US Army
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
Power Station Sergeant /Power Distribution Manager
US Army
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
- Documented plant activities in logs and detailed concerns and issues prior to distributing reports to manager.
- Maintained fully compliant operations in line with standards, established requirements and safety procedures.
- Received, input and dispatched crews for customer outages of all sizes.
- Collaborated with system dispatchers from other interconnected power systems, coordinating power flow problems and general dispatching issues.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Engineer First Sergeant
US Army
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
Sexual Harassment /Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
US Army
11.2016 - 07.2018
- Leaned on psychological and emotional understanding of victims to create safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Empathetically communicated with victims to facilitate collection of evidence and employ treatments.
- Managed cases simultaneously, methodically working through each.
- Consulted nurses on team to improve service provided for each patient.
- Exercised quick judgment in chaotic environments to keep patients safe.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and district attorneys, to improve services for sexual assault victims.
- Clearly communicated to colleagues and patients processing and treatment progress.
- Contributed to initiatives to advance standards of care and improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained open and neutral position to expedite communication with victims.
- Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment through direct observation.
- Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
- Offered specific advice to help clients work through educational or occupational issues.
- Performed research on effectiveness of interventions and proposed changes to intervention structures based on evaluation outcomes.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
Company Operations Sergeant
US Army
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Engineer Platoon Sergeant
US Army
10.2012 - 11.2015
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
- Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
- Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Managed over $[Amount] worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Trained, supervised and organized over [Number] soldiers and personnel.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Devised and implemented battle plans to achieve tactical objectives.
- Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
Senior Drill Sergeant
US Army
08.2010 - 10.2012
- Taught subjects such as basic rifle marksmanship, ceremony and basic combat training programs.
- Used established procedures to develop fresh recruits into competent soldiers.
- Oversaw comprehensive training for over [Number] soldiers each year.
- Maintained and accounted for more than $[Amount] in equipment, vehicles and supplies.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
Multirole Bridging Section Sergeant
US Army
01.2009 - 08.2010
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army
06.2002 - 01.2009
- Handled repair work and maintenance to keep vehicles functional.
- Assessed vehicles to identify degree of malfunction or damage.
- Troubleshot vehicle faults and successfully operated heavy diesel equipment.
- Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
- Performed semi-annual and annual unscheduled services on [Type] and [Type] vehicles.
- Coordinated and oversaw vehicle modification process.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Park University
Kansas City, MO01-2009
Skills
- Proficient in resolving disputes
- Strong verbal and non-verbal communication
- Skilled in MS Office tools
- Effective project planning
- Strong organizational abilities
- Collaborative partnership development
- Cross-functional teamwork skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Effective in high-pressure environments
- Effective public speaking
Timeline
First Sergeant
US Army
01.2022 - Current
Battalion Operations Sergeant
US Army
08.2020 - 08.2021
Power Station Sergeant /Power Distribution Manager
US Army
08.2018 - 08.2020
Engineer First Sergeant
US Army
08.2018 - 08.2020
Sexual Harassment /Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
US Army
11.2016 - 07.2018
Company Operations Sergeant
US Army
11.2015 - 11.2016
Engineer Platoon Sergeant
US Army
10.2012 - 11.2015
Senior Drill Sergeant
US Army
08.2010 - 10.2012
Multirole Bridging Section Sergeant
US Army
01.2009 - 08.2010
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army
06.2002 - 01.2009
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Park University
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