Shannon Taylor
Duffield,VA
Summary
Dedicated soldier with several years serving as enlisted member of large team. Excellent abilities to follow direction, lead others and find solutions. Known for perseverance in task completion and outstanding work ethic. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
US Soldier
US Army Reserve
Johnson City, TN
08.2024 - Current
- Provided instruction on weapons systems, tactics, and techniques to junior enlisted personnel.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to provide medical aid when needed during operations.
- Acted as an initial point of contact between command staff members and subordinate units.
- Assisted in the preparation of administrative documents such as awards, evaluations, and promotion packets.
- Supervised the maintenance of vehicles and other military equipment according to standards.
- Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for operations.
- Conducted physical training and ensured all Soldiers achieved required fitness levels.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
- Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
Correctional Officer
SWVRJA
Duffield, VA
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Education
Welding/plastering
Flatwoods Job Corps
Dungannon, VA03-2012
GED -
Adult Education-va
Jonesville, Va12-2007
Skills
- Training Coordination
- Strategic Thinking
- Critical Thinking
- Squad Leadership
- Physical Fitness
- Risk Assessments
- Equipment Maintenance
- Buddy Care and First Aid
- Cultural Awareness
- Offensive Tactics
- Defensive Tactics
- Documentation And Reporting
- Teamwork and Loyalty
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
US Soldier
US Army Reserve
08.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
SWVRJA
09.2022 - 04.2024
Welding/plastering
Flatwoods Job Corps
GED -
Adult Education-va