MICHAEL GILMORE
Peoria,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional advisor dedicated to delivering actionable insights and fostering collaborative environments. Extensive experience in strategic planning and conflict resolution consistently contributes to team success. Renowned for adaptability and a results-driven mindset, excelling in problem-solving and relationship management. Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills, adept at efficiently managing multiple tasks in fast-paced settings while proactively identifying and addressing issues to optimize processes and support team objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Job Coach/ Mentor for Neurodiverse Young Adults
Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois - Beyond Barriers
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Assist clients with resume and cover letter building
- Learn the client’s occupation through job shadowing
- Conduct mock interviews with clients
- Partnership with local employers and community support organizations
Veterans and Military Advisor/ Constituent Services
U.S. House of Representatives - Congressman Darin LaHood
04.2014 - 11.2023
- Responsible for constituent casework within federal agencies, attend agency events and community outreach
- Advise the Member of Congress on current veteran/military policy
- Plan and conduct a bi-annual Veterans Advisory Committee meeting
- Oversee the Service Academy Nomination application process for high school and college students residing within the congressional district
Squad Leader/Staff Sergeant
Alpha Co. 1st BN/178th IN - Illinois Army National Guard
01.2004 - 01.2016
- Primary instructor and advisor in the matters of tactics, personnel management, and junior leader development
- Responsible for the welfare, fitness, morale, and discipline of a 9-member squad
Teacher Assistant
Children’s Home Association of Illinois - Kiefer School
12.2010 - 03.2014
- Assist the teacher in achieving academic, behavioral, and emotional goals
- Utilize preventative measures while conducting crisis intervention in support of the agency’s mission to provide safety and academic growth
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ01-2027
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Allied American University
Laguna Hills, CA02-2015
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Case process management
- Engagement in community initiatives
- Proven leadership capabilities
- Customer service
- Analytical thinking
- Time management
- Written communication
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Training and mentoring
- Client engagement
Timeline
Job Coach/ Mentor for Neurodiverse Young Adults
Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois - Beyond Barriers
07.2024 - 12.2024
Veterans and Military Advisor/ Constituent Services
U.S. House of Representatives - Congressman Darin LaHood
04.2014 - 11.2023
Teacher Assistant
Children’s Home Association of Illinois - Kiefer School
12.2010 - 03.2014
Squad Leader/Staff Sergeant
Alpha Co. 1st BN/178th IN - Illinois Army National Guard
01.2004 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Allied American University