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JOHN R DOLAN

WASHINGTON,D.C.

Summary

Strategic national security practitioner with a robust background in emergency medicine and specialized academic focus on irregular warfare, intelligence, and special operations. Demonstrates proficiency in high-pressure environments, ranging from field response to policy research, while enhancing mission readiness, instruction, and interagency collaboration. Possesses active DoD Secret clearance and excels at merging tactical experience with strategic insight.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Infantryman

Maryland Army National Guard
11.2023 - Current
  • Executed ground combat operations, showcasing tactical proficiency in high-intensity environments.
  • Developed expertise in small unit tactics, weapons systems, and mission planning.
  • Collaborated with team members to conduct complex operations in unpredictable settings.
  • Contributed to force readiness through rigorous training cycles and equipment maintenance.
  • Applied disciplined approach and integrity expected of U.S. Army personnel.
  • Enhanced understanding of military strategy and operational tempo related to warfare.
  • Adapted swiftly to dynamic environments, demonstrating leadership and decision-making under pressure.
  • Completed Basic Leaders Course (NCO Academy) and Combat Lifesaver Course.

Instructor of Emergency Medicine

C.E.R.T. LLC
Arlington, VA
02.2025 - Current
  • Delivered scenario-based EMS training following NREMT standards to enhance practical skills.
  • Implemented a plethora of pre-hospital and urgent care experiences to prepare incoming EMTs and medical students
  • Developed critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities in students through targeted instruction.
  • Mentored aspiring EMTs and paramedics, providing comprehensive classroom and skills guidance.
  • Integrated real-world field experiences into educational content to enrich learning outcomes.
  • Ensured student readiness via thorough assessments and constructive feedback.
  • Promoted high standards of patient care and professionalism within EMS training environments.

Student Working Group Volunteer

Irregular Warfare Center
01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Conducted research and analysis on irregular warfare to support IWC programs.
  • Submitted findings to IWC for publishing consideration.
  • Presented contributions to Special Operations Team, Russian Affairs Team, and CBRN Team.
  • Delivered presentations on IWC Medical FAN rooted in SOCOM operations.

Research/Teaching Assistant

National Defense University
01.2024 - 06.2024

Facilitated graduate coursework delivery for U.S. and partner nation military officers, emphasizing strategic theory and irregular warfare.

  • Contributed to instruction for Joint Special Operations Master of Arts and Regional Defense Fellowship programs at Ft. Liberty, NC.
  • Supported academic publishing and research initiatives related to real-world conflict scenarios and U.S. special operations policy.

Assisted in teaching advanced courses to OF-4 through OF-6 military officers.

  • Served as Teaching Assistant for Advanced Strategic Theory & Applied Gaming, led by CDR Douglas, PhD.
  • Assisted in Conflict and Cooperation in Africa course under Dr. Dearing, Associate Dean of Curriculum.
  • Engaged in wargaming initiatives to enhance understanding of regional security issues.
  • Collaborated with faculty to ensure alignment of curriculum with operational needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Security Policy Studies

George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs
Washington, DC

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies: Intl Security and African Studies

St Edward's University
Austin, TX

Emergency Medical Technician -

PERcom EMS
Abilene, TX

Skills

  • Military operations planning
  • Tactical operations and consulting
  • Combat operations strategy
  • Research analysis
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
  • Training development
  • Project management
  • Intravenous access and EKG monitoring

Projects

  • Mock National Intelligence Estimate of Africa (2020)
  • FSB, GRU, and SVR at Home and Abroad: A Study of the Russian Intelligence Apparatus
  • Flashpoint Taiwan: Wargame in partnership with Marine Corps University
  • M.A. Capstone in Partnership with the Atlantic Council: Choppy Waters? How US Policymakers Should Address Competition with the PRC in Melanesia and Pacific Island Countries (Presented to AUKUS desk at Dept of State)

Languages

  • French, Intermediate
  • Arabic, Elementary

Clearance

Active Secret Clearance (DoD Sponsor)

Languages

French
Professional
Arabic
Elementary

Timeline

Instructor of Emergency Medicine

C.E.R.T. LLC
02.2025 - Current

Student Working Group Volunteer

Irregular Warfare Center
01.2024 - 05.2025

Research/Teaching Assistant

National Defense University
01.2024 - 06.2024

Infantryman

Maryland Army National Guard
11.2023 - Current

Master of Arts - Security Policy Studies

George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies: Intl Security and African Studies

St Edward's University

Emergency Medical Technician -

PERcom EMS
JOHN R DOLAN
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