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Johnny Jara

Summary

Professional with experience in management roles, prepared to drive organizational success. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and process optimization. Valued for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and results-driven approach.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief of Live Fire Range OPS

US Army/Operations Group
11.2013 - 10.2016
  • NCOIC of Live Fire Range Operations at the National Training Center Supervised over 30 civilian contracted employees and 15 Soldiers.
  • Maintaining Combat Outposts in support of JSOC and 75th Ranger Regiment.
  • Additional duties were Sexual Harassment and Response Program NCO, Master Driver, and Training NCO.
  • Responsible for over $30 million of equipment and a $74 thousand complex.

1SG/First Sergeant

US Army/D 169 Engineer Battalion,FLW
06.2010 - 11.2013

First Sergeant of a Advanced Individual Training Company that consisted of 23 cadre and an average annual training load of over 1,100 Initial Entry Training (IET) Soldiers

  • overall responsible for the enforcement and execution of TRADOC Program of Instruction (POI) and Training Support Package (TSP)
  • provided mentorship to all personnel on Army Values and Warrior Ethos; directly develops three Drill Sergeants, and oversees the daily performance of 20 support cadre
  • prepares, executes, supervises, Military Occupational Skill (MOS) training, physical readiness, and combat skills training
  • maintains discipline and advises the commander on administrative, sustainment, safety, morale and welfare of all personnel and their families


Battalion S2 NCOIC/Military Intelligence NCOIC

US Army/HHC 62 Engineer Battalion
06.2007 - 06.2010
  • Provides guidance and trains subordinate Soldiers
  • Drafts unit All Source intelligence training plan; evaluates and validates subordinates' analysis
  • Performs Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (IPB) to validate significant characteristics of the environment and intelligence gaps
  • Validates analysis of effects of terrain and weather on operations
  • Considers civilian factors of Area, Structure, Capabilities, Organizations, People, and Events (ASCOPE)
  • Validates threat capabilities and threat models
  • Validates threat objectives and courses of action
  • Prepares, edits, and critiques intelligence and targeting products and validates Information Collection products
  • Confirms or denies PIR satisfaction and recommends changes
  • Plans and assesses collection and dissemination
  • Provides intelligence support to targeting by verifying the high value target (HVT) list, validating the target intelligence package (TIP), and nominating targets
  • Performs combat assessment and determines second and third order effects of enemy actions; receives, produces, and disseminates intelligence reports.


Operations NCOIC

US Army/HHC Special Troops BN
11.2005 - 06.2007
  • Overseeing the day-to-day functions of a company, including managing personnel and facilitating communication between the company commander and other staff.
  • Coordinating training activities, maintaining training records, preparing units for mobilization, and ensuring they are combat-ready.
  • Supervising enlisted personnel, ensuring their welfare, and assisting with administrative actions.
  • Ensuring logistical support for operations and managing equipment.
  • A principal advisor to the commander on all matters affecting personnel and operations.
  • Maintaining operational maps and charts, updating unit status, and preparing and distributing reports.
  • Maintaining standards of performance for both personnel and equipment, which includes checking for and correcting faults.
  • Coaching, teaching, and mentoring subordinates, and ensuring they are physically and technically proficient.

US Army Recruiter

US Army/USAREC Dallas RBN
10.2001 - 11.2005
  • Find and attract qualified candidates through various methods, such as giving presentations at high schools and colleges, attending community events, and managing advertising campaigns.
  • Interview potential recruits, determine if they meet eligibility requirements, and provide guidance and counseling on Army programs and careers.
  • Prepare enlistment applications and guide qualified applicants through the administrative and medical processing required to enlist in the Army.
  • Account for and prepare new recruits for initial entry training.
  • Maintain relationships with high schools, colleges, and community officials.
  • Training and mentoring other recruiters and analyzing their performance.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Ashford University
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Solution-oriented attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Effective team leadership
  • Effective problem resolution

Certification

Commander/First Sergeant Course

Basic Instructor Training

Suicide Intervention

Senior Leaders Course

Combatives Instructor Level 1&2

Electronics Warfare Tactical Practician

Equal Opportunity Leader

Sexual Harassment Response and Prevention

Army Recruiter

Advanced Leaders Training

Master Driver Trainer

Hazmat

Army Combat Medics

Nuclear Biological Defense

Warrior Leaders Course



Awards

Meritorious Service Medal (3)

Army Commendation Medal (5)

Army Achievement Medal (8)

Joint Meritorious Unit Award

Air Force Outstanding Unit Award

Army Superior Unit Award

Army Good Conduct Medal (7)

National Defense Service Medal (2)

Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal

Afghanistan Campaign Medal

Iraq Campaign Medal

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Armed Forces Service Medal

Humanitarian Service Medal

Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal

Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (3)

Army Service Ribbon

Army Overseas Ribbon (2)

NATO Medal (2)

Recruiter Badge Gold Samphire (4)

Recruiter Badge Silver Gold Star (4)

Driver/Mechanic Badge

De Fleury Medal

Army Recruiter Ring

Timeline

Chief of Live Fire Range OPS

US Army/Operations Group
11.2013 - 10.2016

1SG/First Sergeant

US Army/D 169 Engineer Battalion,FLW
06.2010 - 11.2013

Battalion S2 NCOIC/Military Intelligence NCOIC

US Army/HHC 62 Engineer Battalion
06.2007 - 06.2010

Operations NCOIC

US Army/HHC Special Troops BN
11.2005 - 06.2007

US Army Recruiter

US Army/USAREC Dallas RBN
10.2001 - 11.2005

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Ashford University
Johnny Jara