Paola A. Bou
Summary
Skilled military professional with strong background in artillery coordination and operations. Known for effective collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to shifting priorities. Proficient in tactical planning, data analysis, and communication systems. Focused on achieving mission success through precise execution and teamwork.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Direction Officer
United States Army
07.2024 - Current
- Analyzed target data, ensuring precise calculations for successful fire mission execution.
- Developed innovative solutions to address complex problems during combat operations, increasing mission success.
- Updated unit standard operating procedures based on best practices gleaned from real-world training experiences and formal military schooling courses attended by self or colleagues.
- Oversaw the professional development of subordinates through continuous mentorship and targeted training opportunities.
Company Fire Support Officer
United States Army
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Established effective working relationships with both domestic and foreign counterparts, enhancing multinational cooperation during combined exercises and deployments.
- Maintained situational awareness through constant monitoring of battlefield developments, enabling rapid adjustments as needed.
- Streamlined reporting procedures within the fire support cell, promoting cohesive information flow between internal teams and external agencies.
- Developed robust training programs for subordinates, ensuring continuous skill development and proficiency.
- Developed tactical military plans and executed with a team of 20 soldiers.
Assistant Battalion Fire Support Officer
United States Army
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Analyzed intelligence data to identify potential threats, supporting informed decision-making at the command level.
- Instructed troops and commander on capabilities of individual weapon systems.
- Reduced response time to requests for fire support by leveraging advanced targeting systems and software.
- Coordinated closely with infantry units to provide timely and accurate artillery support during combat missions.
- Advised higher echelons on fire support capabilities and limitations, ensuring realistic expectations and effective utilization of assets.
- Conducted risk assessments for planned operations, minimizing hazards to friendly forces while maximizing enemy impact.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law And Legal Studies
United States Military Academy
West Point, NY05-2022
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership qualities
- Decision-making
- Personnel training and development
- Managing equipment
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving abilities
Accomplishments
Puerto Rico National Tennis Team Member 2015-2022
Sabalauski Air Assault School 2019
Patriot League Women's Tennis Most Valuable Player of the Year 2022
Secret Security Clearance 2018-Current
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fire Direction Officer
United States Army
07.2024 - Current
Company Fire Support Officer
United States Army
07.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant Battalion Fire Support Officer
United States Army
05.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Law And Legal Studies
United States Military Academy
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