NATHAN JACKSON

Manhattan, KS 66502
(502) 762-2883, nj8c49e0@westpost.net Citizenship: U.S.
Veteran's Status: Retired

PROFILE
Solutions-focused, motivated professional with a comprehensive background in sec
urity, safety, and criminal justice, specializing in supporting the military. C
alm demeanor in the face of difficulties; ability to manage multiple projects si
multaneously while working under pressure in fast-paced environments. Highly ve
rsatile; quickly masters new roles, responsibilities, technologies, and environm
ents. Reputation for integrity, dedication, and work ethic. Continuously pursu
es opportunities to learn and takes on challenges for further professional devel
opment and growth.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Security Management; Criminal Justice; Strategic Planning; Conflict Resolution;
Organizational Leadership; Decision-Making; Investigations; Information Gatherin
g; Project Management; Briefings; Presentations; Communications; Collaborative T
eamwork; Time Management; Organization; Proactive Problem Solving

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
US Army 8/2008-Present
Fort Riley, Kansas 70 hrs/week
Supervisor: 1SG Fenton, James, 785-240-7161 Salary: $4,400/mo
You may contact this employer Grade: ZZ-13B-7
Platoon Sergeant, WTB Cadre
As the First Line Supervisor of four squad leaders, maintain full accountability
for overseeing a medical process of 40 Wounded Warriors. Apply strategic plann
ing, prioritization, and project management skills toward consistently achieving
critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Actively liaise b
etween various medical appointments with the Senior Hospital Staff, Nurse Case M
anagers, and outside health Care Providers during rehabilitation.
Play a lead role in managing support staff members with various administrative a
ctions for the Medical Evaluation Board procedures. Significantly contribute to
the health and welfare of Warriors and their families to ensure a smooth transi
tion, as well as counseling Warriors and ensuring receipt of special needs and p
ersonal entitlements for their family members and themselves.

US Army 5/2007-8/2008
Fort Knox, Kentucky 60 hrs/week
Supervisor: MSG Hazelwood, Howard, 913-624-5419 Salary: $4,100/mo
You may contact this employer Grade: ZZ-13B-7
Combat Developer
Proficiently handled all aspects of day-to-day coordination of the future purcha
se of combat equipment with industry developers. Utilized strong combat and art
illery skills and tactical and technical Field Artillery expertise to support go
vernment and industry material development agencies as the TRADOC proponent for
requirements determination. Appointed to serve as the user representative for F
ield Artillery integration issues, with responsibility for conducting comprehens
ive user feasibility demonstrations with industry representatives, agency progra
m managers, and soldier support units.

US Army 7/2004-5/2007
Wiesbaden, Armed Forces Overseas, Germany 72 hrs/week
Supervisor: MSG Rakestraw, Willi, none Salary: $4,100/mo
You may not contact this employer Grade: ZZ-13B-7
Operations Sergeant
Strategically prioritized, planned, and coordinated projects to ensure on-time,
requirements-compliant delivery while maintaining high quality standards. Condu
cted complex research and analysis of US tactical and logistical situations acro
ss the European and Iraqi theatres of operation and provided recommendations. M
onitored all facets of Corps level significant activities that impacted the logi
stical missions. Effectively analyzed internal processes to define inefficienci
es and provided expert recommendations to boost productivity and performance. En
sured classified documents were effectively secured and acted as the Video and t
eleconference administrator and operator. Served as the key liaison for the Joi
nt Defense Operations Center in support of V Corps and CENCOM areas.

US Army 7/2001-7/2004
Fort Bragg, North Carolina 72 hrs/week
Supervisor: SFC Hopkins, Joe - none Salary: $3,900/mo
You may not contact this employer Grade: ZZ-13B-6
Small Group Leader
Trained, mentored, and supervised more than 700 Junior Leaders in accordance wit
h Army policies and procedures, achieving a 99% graduation rate. Maintained ful
l accountability for overseeing and monitoring $250,000 worth of equipment. Ser
ved as an Army Policy and Combat Tactic Instructor. Diligently educated and ste
ered four Small Group Leaders and ensured the quality of 362 hours of instructio
n per cycle.

US Army 3/2000-7/2001
Fort Bragg, North Carolina 70 hrs/week
Supervisor: SFC Morris, Darrell - none Salary: $3,900/mo
You may not contact this employer Grade: ZZ-13B-6
Howitzer Section Chief
Led the training and performance of 10 soldiers as well as performed detailed ma
intenance of equipment valued at over $435,000. Supervised cross-functional tea
ms of between 12 to 60 soldiers with an emphasis on providing training for war t
ime missions. Mentored and trained subordinates and played a key role in their
performance, development, and becoming future leaders of the Army. Proactively
selected sites for weapon emplacement while ensuring safety procedures, ammuniti
on handling, and distribution were followed. Managed ammunition train, movement
of weapons, and the preparation of technical reports, promoting accuracy and ti
meliness.

Career Note: Additional experience as a Division Safety Supervisor for US Army.

EDUCATION
Candidate for B.S. Criminal Justice Administration, Major in Criminal Justice, M
inor in Administration - Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, Alabama, 8/
2008-Present; GPA: 3.7; Semester Hours: 115
Relevant Courses: Criminal Law; Criminal Investigations; Court Systems and Prac
tice; Theory and Practices of Law Enforcement; Criminal Evidence and Legal Issue
s; Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice; Police and Community Relations; Mana
gement and Supervision in Criminal Justice
Associates of Applied Science, Major in Criminal Justice - Central Texas Communi
ty College, Killeen, Texas, 7/2005-8/2008; GPA: 3.6; Semester Hours: 100
Relevant Courses: 24SH of Major Course

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Certificate, Warrior Transition Unit Cadre Orientation - Army Training , San Ant
onio, TX, 2008
Certificate, Combat Developments - USA Logistics Management College, Fort Knox,
KY, 2007
Certificate of Completion, Criminal Justice - Central Texas Community College, K
illeen, TX, 2006
Certificate, Advance Leader's Course - Army NCO Academy, Ft Sill, OK, 2004
Certificate, Instructor Training Course - Army Training, Ft Bragg, NC, 2001
Certificate, Risk Management and Safety Course - Army Training, Ft Rucker, AL, 2
000
Certificate, Air Movement Operations HAZMAT Course - Army Training, Ft Bragg, NC
, 1998
Certificate, Equal Opportunity Representative Course - Army Training, Camp Red C
loud, Korea, Republic of, 1997
Diploma, Logistics Management Development Course - Army Institute for Profession
al Development, Ft Eustice, VA, 1994

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

Meritorious Service Medal (2)
Army Commendation Medal (4)
Army Achievement Medal (6)
Good Conduct Medal (7)
National Defense Service Medal
Southwest Asia Service Medal
Korean Defense Service Medal
Iraqi Campaign Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Professional Development Ribbon (3)
Army Service Medal
Overseas Service Medal (4)
Kuwait Liberation Medal from Saudi Arabia
Kuwait Liberation Medal from Kuwait