Mercedes Wentworth
Columbia,Missouri
Summary
Self-motivated, hard-working individual looking to obtain a position with an opportunity for growth and advancement that will allow me to utilize my education, customer service and time management skills. Currently being active duty operational support with the National Guard for the past seven years has let me gain the experience to accomplish all goals and tasks thrown my way with efficiency. I am now a seasoned Training Officer adept at using new programs to meet changing demands. Forward-thinking and resourceful employee with three years of related training experience. Pursuing new professional challenges with room for advancement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training NCO
Missouri Army National Guard
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular DTS classes to enhance the overall production of
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to share best practices and develop innovative approaches to training methodologies.
- Input ATRRS applications for individual soldiers seeking advancement or reclassification opportunities within the organization.
- Served as a subject matter expert in multiple areas to include, DTS, DTMS, DAMPS, ISTs and other training operations, providing valuable insights.
- Maintained detailed records of individual trainee achievements, ensuring accurate documentation of skill development.
- Contributed to overall unit readiness through diligent execution of individual soldier evaluations during both formal testing periods and everyday interactions.
Culinary Specialist - 92G1O
Army National Guard
01.2014 - Current
- Responsible for preparation and service of food in field or garrison food service operations
- Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes
- Operate, maintain and clean field kitchen equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance on field kitchen equipment
- Knowledgeable about standard and dietetic menus and recipes
- Proper storage of meats, poultry and other perishable items utilized to prevent spoilage.
Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System Specialist
DEERS Rapids
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Serves as a Local Registration Authority (LRA)
- Verifies identity and eligibility of card recipients as required by AFI 36-3026(I)
- Generates the Common Access Card (CAC) for eligible military, civilian, retired civilians, contractors and foreign military personnel
- Experienced on rapids workstation to issue CAC and request and downloads certificates prior to issuing the CAC
- Provides the CAC recipients with the information on DD Form 2841and obtains their acknowledgement and signature by electronic means
- Responsible for the training of new employees that will work in the section and training personnel that may serve as alternates and advises the employees when their annual training is required.
Yellow Ribbon Specialist
Active Duty Operational Support
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Ensure the well-being of National Guard and Reserve members, their families and communities, by connecting them with resources throughout the deployment cycle
- Operate Defense Travel System (DTS) to guarantee all Service Members and their families are paid promptly and appropriately
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, to create memorandums, standard of procedure (SOP), schedules and prints
Education
High School Diploma -
Rockbridge High School
Columbia, MO05.2014
Skills
- Training Evaluation
- Performance Assessment
- Authorized user in DTMS
- Approving official for Defense travel system
- Microsoft applications (word, powerpoint, excel, teams, and more)
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Client Relations
Certification
- Citi Bank APC Manager
- DTS Approving Official
- 4Lenses Course
- HIPPA
- Suicide Alertness for Everyone (SafeTALK)
Timeline
Training NCO
Missouri Army National Guard
02.2022 - Current
Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System Specialist
DEERS Rapids
01.2018 - 04.2020
Yellow Ribbon Specialist
Active Duty Operational Support
01.2017 - 04.2020
Culinary Specialist - 92G1O
Army National Guard
01.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Rockbridge High School