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Profile Of Qualifications
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Matthew Nelson

Omaha,NE

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in security management and human resources at the United States Army. Demonstrated adaptability and sound judgment while leading high-performance teams and enhancing safety protocols. Skilled in records management and relationship building, ensuring operational excellence and compliance in high-stakes environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

substitute assistant teacher

teachers on call
Council Bluffs, USA
01.2024 - Current
  • Supervising students in class, between classes and during recreation periods
  • Help students who need accommodations or struggle with class work
  • Work with teachers to assist in a smooth-running class

Armed Guard

Gardaworld Security Company
Nashville, USA
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operations of security services for client assets and personnel
  • Closely monitor daily situations to identify and respond to potential threats to security concerns
  • Work collaboratively with team members in meeting security protocols and emergency procedures

Security Manager

United States Army
Fort Campbell, USA
01.2011 - 01.2018
  • Effectively managed, motivated, and coached a high-performance team of security personnel
  • Consistently ensured daily operations and military installation adhered to safety guidelines, security policies, and overall military standards
  • Offered the necessary resources and training for personnel to succeed in meeting safety standards, security initiatives, and risk assessment goals for enhancing base security
  • Conducted 3 combat deployments (Iraq: 2003-2004, Iraq: 2007-2008, Afghanistan: 2013)

Human Resource Supervisor

United States Army
Wiesbaden Army Airfield, Germany
01.2002 - 01.2007
  • Assisted with new personnel training, ensuring proper procedures for records department
  • Managed records section and trained on proper procedures for promotion boards
  • Developed a plan to update over 500 personnel files prior to deployment to Iraq

Education

Human Relations in Education College Course -

Midland University
01.2025

BLS Basic Life Saving Measures -

Red Cross
01.2024

Armed Guard License - De-Escalation Techniques

01.2021

Bachelor’s degree - social sciences

Wayne State College
01.1993

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Professionalism
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Sound judgment
  • Relationship building
  • Active listening
  • Records management
  • Professional demeanor

Education And Professional Development

  • Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Wayne State College, 05/01/93
  • Armed Guard License and De-Escalation Techniques, 01/01/21
  • BLS Basic Life Saving Measures through Red Cross, 01/01/24
  • Nebraska Local Substitute Teacher License, 01/01/24
  • Human Relations in Education College Course, Midland University, 01/01/25

Profile Of Qualifications

  • Excellent oral/written communication in groups and individuals
  • Experience with administrative duties and coordinating meetings
  • Strong background in historical research and presenting events in an organized manner
  • Skilled in quickly adapting to situations while always maintaining a positive attitude
  • Adept at quickly earning the trust, confidence, and respect to cultivate positive relationships
  • Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace

Timeline

substitute assistant teacher

teachers on call
01.2024 - Current

Armed Guard

Gardaworld Security Company
01.2021 - 01.2024

Security Manager

United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2018

Human Resource Supervisor

United States Army
01.2002 - 01.2007

Human Relations in Education College Course -

Midland University

BLS Basic Life Saving Measures -

Red Cross

Armed Guard License - De-Escalation Techniques

Bachelor’s degree - social sciences

Wayne State College