JOSHUA HERMELING
Luverne
Summary
Detail oriented and mission-driven professional with a background in public sector compliance and a passion for civics, history, economics, and student development. Experienced in auditing local government offices to ensure legal and financial accountability, with a proven ability to analyze complex systems, communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders, and recommend policy improvements. Recognized for integrity, independence, and clarity in presenting findings- skills directly transferable to fostering critical thinking, historical literacy, and civic responsibility in the classroom. Committed to creating engaging, inclusive and standards-aligned learning environments that prepare students to understand the past and navigate the present.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Luverne High School
Luverne, AL
08.2025 - 08.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated interactive discussions to promote critical thinking among students.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Enhanced student engagement with interactive classroom presentations, collaborative group projects, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Integrated technology into the classroom to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects across subjects.
Compliance Examiner
Department of Examiners of Public Accounts
Montgomery, AL
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Conduct independent audits of elected officials and government offices (e.g. Judges of Probate, Sheriffs, Revenue Commissioners,) ensuring compliance with Alabama’s local and state laws.
- Analyze public records and government operations to identify fraud, mismanagement, or procedural violations- resulting in improved accountability and transparency across multiple counties.
- Communicate findings clearly and professionally to local officials alongside senior leadership, recommending corrective actions and collaborating on long-term policy improvements.
- Operate under strict deadlines with minimal oversight, demonstrating strong organizational skills, self-discipline, and the ability to manage complex tasks independently.
All-Source Intelligence Analyst
Alabama Army National Guard
Hope Hull, Alabama
03.2019 - 03.2025
- Prepared briefings for senior leadership on current threat environment and identified areas of concern.
- Analyze, assess, process, and distribute tactical intelligence, as well as create, document, organize, and cross-reference intelligence records and files.
- Provide the Army with crucial and reliable information about enemy forces and potential areas of conflict.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and project requirements.
- Developed comprehensive reports on findings from research projects, providing detailed insight into potential security risks.
Loan Assistant
First Cahawba Bank
Luverne, AL
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Helped manage a $16,000,000 branch portfolio.
- Attended ABA training events for credit analysis.
- Gained extensive knowledge in cash flow analysis, underwriting procedures, basic deposit origination, as well as becoming accustomed to working in a customer service role.
- Completed all board-approved training in a timely manner.
- Utilized customer service skills to respond to inquiries from customers regarding loan status and other related matters.
- Analyzed financial statements for accuracy prior to approving loans.
- Assisted loan officers with processing and evaluating consumer loan applications, including gathering supporting documentation and verifying accuracy of information.
- Acted as point of contact by keeping customer and referral sources informed throughout process.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - General Business (Management)
Troy University
Troy, AL, US05-2024
Advanced Diploma - undefined
Luverne High School
Luverne, AL, US05-2018
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Closing assistance
- Loan servicing
- Microsoft office
- Schedule management
- Report preparation
Certifications
Excel 2019 (MO-200)
Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Clearance
Timeline
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Luverne High School
08.2025 - 08.2026
Compliance Examiner
Department of Examiners of Public Accounts
06.2024 - 07.2025
Loan Assistant
First Cahawba Bank
02.2023 - 05.2024
All-Source Intelligence Analyst
Alabama Army National Guard
03.2019 - 03.2025
Advanced Diploma - undefined
Luverne High School
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - General Business (Management)
Troy University