John Locke
Stafford Springs,CT
Summary
Dynamic leader with success spearheading tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. Highly motivated leader with a strong work ethic, with mental agility and interpersonal skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Battalion Operations Officer
United States Army National Guard
Worcester, MA
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented battalion-level training plans to ensure readiness.
- Monitored the performance of subordinate units and provided guidance for improvement.
- Coordinated with higher headquarters to provide resources needed by subordinate units.
- Assisted in the planning, coordination, and execution of exercises and operations.
- Analyzed intelligence products to inform decision making processes.
- Conducted after action reviews to identify areas of improvement in operations.
- Maintained situational awareness on current events that could affect unit operations.
- Supervised subordinate staff officers in their daily duties and tasks.
- Established standard operating procedures for battalion level personnel.
- Facilitated communications between higher headquarters and subordinate units.
- Directed the maintenance of all equipment assigned to the Battalion.
- Compiled reports on mission progress for senior leadership review.
- Managed logistics requirements for battalion operations.
- Advised Commanders on risk management strategies when conducting missions.
- Coached junior officers in developing effective problem solving strategies.
- Identified opportunities for improving efficiency within the unit's operations.
Corrections Officer
Connecticut Department Of Corrections
Wethersfield, CT
03.2015 - 10.2023
- Ensured safety and security of inmates within the facility by conducting searches, supervising activities, and maintaining order.
- Monitored inmates' behavior to detect any signs of physical or psychological distress, as well as potential for violent outbursts.
- Maintained records of inmate activities and progress towards rehabilitation goals.
- Coordinated with medical staff to ensure timely administration of medications prescribed to inmates.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on departmental policies and procedures related to corrections work.
- Developed rapport with inmates by engaging them in conversation about their interests or providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Intervened during conflicts between inmates, utilizing de-escalation techniques when possible.
- Adhered to all regulations regarding the handling of weapons while on duty.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning cells, mopping floors, painting walls.
- Observed daily operations throughout the facility for compliance with standards set forth by governing bodies.
- Maintained accurate logs detailing inmate movements both inside and outside the facility.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Provided transportation services for transporting prisoners from one location to another according to court orders or other directives.
- Facilitated educational programs designed to help inmates develop job skills or improve literacy levels.
- Enforced rules concerning visitation rights among family members and friends of incarcerated individuals.
- Conducted thorough cell searches to uncover contraband and other materials not allowed at facility.
- Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Recognized signs of problems, such as despondency, depression and anger in order to prevent riots or suicides.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
- Conducted cell and illegal substance checks.
- Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
- Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Battalion Executive Officer
United States Army
Melrose, MA
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Developed and implemented battalion-level operations plans.
- Organized and managed staff operations, personnel management, and administrative services.
- Coordinated training programs for subordinate units to ensure mission readiness.
- Supervised the daily activities of all assigned personnel.
- Ensured that maintenance requirements are met in order to maintain operational readiness.
- Managed communications between higher headquarters, subordinate units, and external agencies as necessary.
- Directed the mobilization and demobilization process for members deploying overseas or returning home from deployment.
- Served as a liaison between the unit commander and other military organizations.
- Reviewed after action reports from training events to assess effectiveness of tactics employed.
- Maintained records on personnel qualifications, awards, promotions, transfers.
- Initiated disciplinary actions when necessary in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Collaborated with other branches across multiple levels of command on joint missions.
- Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
- Delivered informative presentations to industry professionals, providing valuable information on topics relevant to daily operations and company products and services.
- Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
- Directed logistical training procedures to adhere to military regulations.
- Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
- Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
Headquarters Company Commander
United States Army National Guard
Melrose , MA
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted in developing new processes or procedures that improved efficiency within the organization.
- Managed and maintained administrative operations of the headquarters company.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw daily activities of subordinate personnel in support of mission objectives.
- Conducted training for all assigned personnel on a variety of topics related to their duties.
- Maintained records of personnel actions and other documents in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Coordinated with higher headquarters to ensure efficient execution of orders and directives.
- Prepared $5,000,000 worth of equipment for deployment.
- Trained 135 soldiers on programs and procedures.
- Prepared and delivered situation updates, reports and graphic representations to battalion and brigade leadership.
- Kept positive control of personnel and weaponry falling under command.
- Facilitated communication between command elements at all levels of the organization.
- Performed inspections of facilities, equipment, and personnel to verify adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensured effective use of resources by monitoring supply requests from subordinate units.
- Organized logistics for field exercises, deployments, or other events requiring movement of personnel or equipment.
Headquarters Company Commander
United States Army National Guard
Worcester, MA
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Managed and maintained administrative operations of the headquarters company.
- Provided guidance and support to overseas team members.
- Developed and implemented strategies for international operations.
- Coordinated with international contingents to develop training events that boosted readiness of an entire task force while deployed overseas.
- Advised on operational planning with foreign partners to achieve successful missions that benefited to organization and international relations.
- Facilitated communication between command elements at all levels of the organization.
- Resolved conflicts among subordinate personnel in an expeditious manner.
- Reviewed reports from subordinate units to assess performance against established standards.
- Ensured effective use of resources by monitoring supply requests from subordinate units.
- Organized logistics for field exercises, deployments, or other events requiring movement of personnel or equipment.
- Maintained combat readiness 20 officers and 75 soldiers.
- Prepared $3,000,000 worth of equipment for deployment.
- Trained 95 soldiers on programs and procedures.
- Prepared and delivered situation updates, reports and graphic representations on operations that sustained the entire battalion.
- Kept positive control of personnel and weaponry falling under command.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Managmement
Endicott College
Beverly, MA05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Critical Infrastructure Protection
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MASkills
- Troop Field Deployment
- Weapon Concealment
- First Aid and Buddy Care
- Agility and Endurance
- Stress Management
- Mission Planning
- Supply Chain Operations
- Shipment Tracking
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Spreadsheet Tracking
- Problem Resolution
Accomplishments
- Graduated Army Ranger School, the United States Army's premier leadership school.
- Graduated Army Air Assault School and Pathfinder School, demonstrating attention to detail.
Affiliations
- Golf
- Obstacle Course Racing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Battalion Operations Officer
United States Army National Guard
09.2023 - Current
Battalion Executive Officer
United States Army
03.2022 - 09.2023
Headquarters Company Commander
United States Army National Guard
12.2020 - 03.2022
Headquarters Company Commander
United States Army National Guard
03.2017 - 06.2018
Corrections Officer
Connecticut Department Of Corrections
03.2015 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sport Managmement
Endicott College
Bachelor of Arts - Critical Infrastructure Protection
University of Massachusetts Lowell
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