Xavier Jones
Summary
Although most of my time in the workforce has been spent in retail jobs as a sales and warehouse associate. I am capable and able to learn in any career field. My time in the U.S. Army has taught me what great leadership looks like and how to be a great leader to small teams. I am incredibly adaptable and willing to take on any challenge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Military Intelligence Linguist
U.S. Army
10.2023 - 03.2025
- My mission during my time as a Linguist was to learn a foreign language at the Defense Language Institute (DLI)
- During my time at DLI, I learned how to manage a small team and be a team player, ensuring that the group's overall mission was held above all
- Designated Team Lead and Housing Lead of over a dozen soldiers
Warehouse Associate
Granquartz
Seattle, WA
02.2023 - 10.2023
- I was in charge of warehouse operations including UPS, FEDEX, And LTL shipping as well as warehouse organization and covering the sales floor as needed
Service Writer/Advisor
Christian Brothers Automotive
Midland, TX
09.2022 - 01.2023
- I was the point of contact between mechanics and customers about the jobs on their vehicles and finding and pricing parts from local dealers and auto stores
Sales Associate
Best Buy
Midland, TX
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted customers in finding their best solution in premium home theater as well as premium kitchen
- I served as the store subject matter expert in home and office computing
Education
Persian/Farsi
Defense Language Institute
Psychology
MSU Denver
Denver, Colorado06-2029
Skills
- Small Team Leadership
- Adaptability
- Report writing and presenting
- Critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Cross-cultural communication
- Written communication
Accomplishments
- Received Army Achievement Medal for exemplary leadership and subject matter knowledge
- Supervised team of up to eight staff members
Military Experience
U.S. Army, Military Intelligence Linguist, Learn a foreign language and manage a small team.
Timeline
Military Intelligence Linguist
U.S. Army
10.2023 - 03.2025
Warehouse Associate
Granquartz
02.2023 - 10.2023
Service Writer/Advisor
Christian Brothers Automotive
09.2022 - 01.2023
Sales Associate
Best Buy
09.2021 - 08.2022
Persian/Farsi
Defense Language Institute
Psychology
MSU Denver