Joseph D. Jacques
Daly City,CA
Summary
Versatile professional and veteran with a robust background in military law enforcement, corporate news office work and automotive repair. Known for leadership in training junior personnel and enhancing operational efficiency through collaboration. Committed to leveraging diverse skills for impactful contributions.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Military Police Officer, Staff Sergeant
U.S. Army Reserve Command
230 RT Jones Road, Mountain View, CA 94043
03.1999 - Current
- Enforced military laws and regulations to maintain order and discipline.
- Conducted security operations to protect personnel and property during combat deployments and training exercises.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement domestically and overseas to address community safety concerns.
- Trained and certified in Personal Security Detail.
- Certified operator of RQ-11 Raven Unmanned Aerial Vehicle.
- Lead junior soldiers in tactical procedures and emergency response protocols.
- Instructed physical fitness training at the platoon level.
- Military licensed to drive 1/2 ton truck, flatbed with trailer, or water tank and operate a forklift.
- Range Safety Officer certified.
Automotive Technician
Masters Autobody
7031 Mission St, Daly City, CA 94014
11.2021 - 10.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Performed collition repairs, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team to streamline repair processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on repair techniques and safety protocols, fostering skill development.
- Maintained good driving record without incident.
Editorial Assistant
San Francisco Chronicle
901 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 940103
09.1994 - 12.2020
- Coordinated editorial operations with managers to optimize workflow and ensure timely publication.
- Assisted in research and fact-checking for articles to enhance content accuracy.
- Supported senior editors in managing submissions and communication with news sources.
- Developed and maintained filing systems for editorial materials and archives to improve accessibility.
- Managed high resolution photographs for news stories using Media Grid, Merlin, Adobe Photoshop and Photo Mechanic digital software applications.
- Transcribed voice recorded news interviews.
- Created shipping and mailing labels for editorial staff, and also sorted and opened mail from subscribers, and contributors.
- Answered phones and provided customer service solutions.
- Trained new employees and summer interns.
Education
GED -
Success Centers
San Francisco, CA05-1994
Vocational School - Office Operations
Center For Employment Training
San Francisco, CA08-1994
Skills
- Crime scene management
- Self-defense training
- Safe weapons handling
- Smart weapons training
- Less lethal certified
- Personal Security Detail certified
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course certified
- Community Law Enforcement certified
- OC (pepper) spray certified
- Red Cross CPR certified
- Radio operator, trainer and maintainer
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicle operator
- Physical fitness instructor
- Combat Water Survival Training
Accomplishments
- Trained and supervised countless soldiers.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
German
Elementary
Interests
- Enjoy participating in swimming, bicycling, running and gym exercise for overall physical and mental well-being
- Avid history buff of local, national and world history
- DIY projects aficionado
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Masters Autobody
11.2021 - 10.2025
Military Police Officer, Staff Sergeant
U.S. Army Reserve Command
03.1999 - Current
Editorial Assistant
San Francisco Chronicle
09.1994 - 12.2020
Vocational School - Office Operations
Center For Employment Training
GED -
Success Centers
Two Army Commendation Medals
Earned a Army Commendation Medal for mission successes as a communications section sergeant during Operation Iraqi Freedom combat deployment to Iraq from April 2003 to June 2004.
Earned my second Army Commendation Medal for working with the Canadian Army in preparation for their combat deployment to Afghanistan during Operation Maple Resolve, in May of 2013.