High-performing professional with integrity and leadership skills. Applies knowledge and abilities to positively impact organization. Flexible in different situations and dynamic conditions. Works great under extreme stress and deadlines.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mobilization Officer
US Army
Columbia, SC
04.2023 - Current
82,000 per year, 40 hours per week.
Led the execution of Fort Jackson's Installation Deployment Support Plan by coordinating working groups, conducting rehearsals, and ensuring overall exercise completion in accordance with HQDA annual requirements.
Conducted hurricane response exercise and developed Fort Jackson's Severe Weather Emergency Action Plan for 2023 and 2024.
Prepared and executed Fort Jackson's Integrated Protection Exercise in 2023 and 2024.
Updated Installation Readiness Assessment quarterly for Fort Jackson and the Garrison Commander from April 2023.
Prepared, planned for, and coordinated the execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for the use of subordinate organizations.
Executed emergency response security to eliminate hazards and potential dangers.
Directed strategic planning and implementation of organizational goals.
Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
Medical Services Officer/Executive Assistant
SC Army National Guard
Columbia, SC
09.2020 - Current
78,000 per year, 40 hours per week.
Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion.
Revised and maintained the master calendar for client appointments. Detailed and arranged travel arrangements and venue reservations for conferences and seminars.
Managed and responded to routine letters and correspondence from executive team.
Set up meeting and event logistics for senior management, and updated calendars.
Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
Facilitated communication between different departments within organization.
Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure efficient operations.
Managed COVID-19 operations for servicemen and women throughout the pandemic.
Administered vaccinations according to established guidelines.
Educated patients on preventative healthcare measures such as nutrition, exercise, hygiene.
Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
Recruiter
SC Army National Guard
Columbia, SC
09.2018 - 02.2020
Salary: $60,000 per year, 40 hours per week.
Recruited and retained qualified applicants for enlistment into the SC Army National Guard.
Facilitated clear communication of job duties, compensation, benefits and working conditions to prospective candidates, promoting comprehensive comprehension of position requirements.
Recruited highly skilled and versatile candidates for various job openings.
Informed job applicants of their application status.
Reviewed and contacted qualified referral candidates for application.
Identified best practices for recruiting process improvement.
Built relationships with universities, colleges, alumni associations.
Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
Maintained Applicant Tracking System records of all applicants.
Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
Conducted reference and background checks on prospective employees.
Training NCO
SC Army National Guard
Columbia, SC
07.2012 - 09.2018
Salary: $42,000, 40 hours per week.
Managed daily operations and administration of the Readiness Center.
Advised the Commander on Training, Logistics, Personnel, and Unit Mobilization Readiness Requirements.
Developed, updated, and maintained comprehensive Mobilization Plans for the Unit to ensure readiness.
Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
Delivered continuous training to meet employees' requirements.
Conducted employee evaluations and reviews.
Managed staff by delegating work and establishing priorities and goals.
Created training documents such as handouts, manuals, guidelines, presentations for use in classrooms.
Coordinated training schedules and facilitated classroom instruction for Soldiers and NCOs.
Developed lesson plans, conducted evaluations, and provided feedback to improve training effectiveness.
Promoted a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization.
Managed training budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost-effectiveness.
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Lexington County Fire Service
Columbia, SC
08.2014 - 02.2018
Salary: $32,000 per year, 40 hours per week.
Maintained required physical fitness for demanding work through continuous training.
Operated nozzles, pumps, and fire extinguishers while laying hose lines.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness while performing general maintenance of fire department property.
Ensured proper functionality of hoses and breathing masks by conducting thorough checks after fire calls.
Provided emergency treatment and medical care to individuals involved in accidents and fires.
Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
Informed and educated local community on fire prevention and safety.
Extinguished flames and embers while using shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps to suppress fires.
Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
Head Fitness Trainer/Coach
SwampFox CrossFit
Florence, SC
01.2008 - 08.2014
Salary: $28,000 per year, 40 hours per week.
Guided clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualized physical limitations.
Checked gym equipment for proper use and function.
Created efficient injury prevention routines to optimize client performance and accelerate achievement of personal fitness objectives.
Watched clients during exercises and assisted with exercises.
Prepared teaching area and stored equipment before and after classes.
Demonstrated proper form, technique, and posture for strength training exercises.
Maintained records of client attendance, measurements, fitness assessments, and program modifications.
Monitored client progress and provided feedback on performance.
Organized team-building activities designed to promote wellness among employees.
Performed CPR and AED certifications when necessary.
Demonstrated safe and proper exercise techniques to clients.
Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.