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Phong Nguyen

Richmond,TX

Summary

Born in Vietnam, immigrated to the US and became a naturalized citizen. Currently serve in the U.S. Army Reserve as an enlisted soldier with 88M MOS, joined the military to serve and give back to the country that gave me an opportunity to earn a better life and receive a quality education. Alongside with being in the Reserves, I'm pursuing a career in public service, ideally in the 1st responder field, to further serve my community and country.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Enlisted Soldier

US Army Reserve
Houston, TX
08.2021 - Current
  • 88M MOS qualified
  • Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
  • Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
  • Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for convoy operations.
  • Engaged targets in low-light conditions with night vision equipment.
  • Looked after weapons & vehicles by scheduling and performing preventive maintenance checks and services
  • Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
  • Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.

Range Safety Officer

Athena Gun Club
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Used basic instructional methods for weapons handling and gun safety training.
  • Observed range and safety standards to prevent injuries and accidents at range.
  • Maintained expertise in diverse firearms and ammunition.
  • Educated customers on pistol, shotgun and rifle marksmanship while using strategic teaching methods to achieve learning outcomes.
  • Directed safety protocols and daily range operations.
  • Worked with gun safety instructors to incorporate best practices to enhance student learning.
  • Enforced range rules and removed users for repeat or critical violations.

Server

Jinya, Ramen Bar
Austin, TX
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items and recorded order information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

St. Edward's University
Austin, TX

High School Diploma -

The Village School
Houston, TX
05.2018

Skills

  • Training coordination
  • Records review
  • Convoy operations
  • Armored vehicle operation
  • Night vision equipment
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Firearms understanding
  • Firearms training
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Service and Rapport
  • Cool Under Pressure
  • Service-Oriented
  • Team member

Accomplishments

-Commandant's List: Placed top 10% of class in MOS training, scoring high in both the written and physical fitness exams.


-Certified Military Commercial Driver License for operating heavy wheeled vehicles.

Certification

- National Defense Service medal

- Army Service Ribbon

- Sharpshooter Marksman Badge for Rifle

- Heavy Wheeled Motor Equipment Operator

Languages

English
Vietnamese

Timeline

Enlisted Soldier

US Army Reserve
08.2021 - Current

Range Safety Officer

Athena Gun Club
01.2021 - 04.2021

Server

Jinya, Ramen Bar
08.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Houston - Downtown

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

St. Edward's University

High School Diploma -

The Village School

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