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Work Experience Military, US Army - Fort Stewart, GA 2020 Acted as point of contact with coalition units in the planning and executing joint combined counter-insurgency combat operations. Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition. Recruit Sustainment Program Coordinator Military Instructor- Military Police, Combat Engineer, Heavy Equipment Operator Military, US Army - Fort Stewart, GA 2017 - 2020 Negotiated between US and Iraqi intelligence activities to plan and execute counterinsurgency combat operations. Explained survey objectives and procedures to interviewees and interpreted survey questions to help interviewees' comprehension. Task Force 1st Battalion, 9th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cav. Augmented and deployed with Afghan forces in combat operations. Infantryman, US Army - Fort Stewart, GA 2013 - 2017 Coordinated and advised training schedule for communications equipment soldiers would be operating. Inspected and maintained weapon systems, vehicles and equipment. Cleaned and ensured storage of machine guns rifles anti-tank mines Upheld basic military operations and safety protocols in all performed tasks Specialized with machine guns, anti-armor weapons and pistols in a ground combat environment. Skills Education High School Diploma 2013 - 2013 |
How to write a military resume
Craft a resume summary statement
A resume summary is your opening statement that highlights your strongest skills and top accomplishments. It is your chance to quickly let recruiters know who you are professionally - and why they should hire you for the military role.
Step 1: Mention your current job title or the role you're pursuing.
Step 2: Include your years of experience in military-related roles. Consider adding relevant company and industry experience as relevant to the job listing.
Step 3: Highlight your greatest accomplishments. Here is your chance to make sure your biggest wins aren't buried in your resume.
Step 4: Again, keep it short. Your goal is to summarize your experience and highlight your accomplishments, not write a paragraph.
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List the right project manager skills
Your Skills section is an easy way to let recruiters know you have the skills to do the job. Just as importantly, it can help your resume not get filtered out by hiring software. Here is how to make the most of your skills section and make sure you have the right keywords:
- Start with the job listing. Frequently, the keywords looked for by recruiters will be listed. Be careful to include all skills in the job listing you have experience with.
- Consider all the software and tools you use on a daily basis. When in doubt, list them!
- Make sure you use accurate and up to date terms for all the skills listed.
Here are example skills to include in your “Area of Expertise” on a military resume:
- Veterans
- Hand Tools
- Ladders
- HR
- Hazmat
- Combat
- PowerPoint
- DOD
- Workstations
- Logistical Support
- Leadership
- CPR
- Training Programs
- SME
- US Army
- EAP
- Law Enforcement
- Secret Security
- Coast Guard
- FMS
- Preventative Maintenance
- Hazardous Materials
- MOS
- Management System
- NCO
- Terrorism
- Professional Development
- Platoon
- Alertness
- Electrical Systems
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How to structure your work experience
A work experience section is a vital part of your resume because it shows you have the experience to succeed in your next job.
- Put your most recent experience first. Prospective employers care about your most recent accomplishments the most.
- Put the job title, company name, city, and state on the left. Align dates in month and year format on the right-hand side.
- Include only recent, relevant jobs. This means if you're a fairly experienced worker, you might need to leave off that first internship or other positions in favor of highlighting more pertinent positions.
How to write military experience bullet points
Effective job bullet points do more than just describe your job duties. Instead, they should be specific and measurable accomplishments. Here are some strategies to mastering job bullet points:
- Use strong action verbs like Led, Built, or Optimized.
- Follow up with numbers when possible to support your results. How much did performance improve? How much revenue did you drive?
- Wrap it up by explaining the actions you took to achieve the result and how you made an impact.
Here are examples from great military resumes:
Work History Example #1
Military
US Army
- Negotiated between US and Iraqi intelligence activities to plan and execute counterinsurgency combat operations.
- Awarded the Bronze Star Medal for exceptional meritorious service.
- Secured and controlled weapons and ammunition in a designated area.
- Certified Modern Army Combatives Level 2.
- Communicated with supervisors and leadership about scheduling and training procedures.
Work History Example #2
Automated Logistics Specialist
Old Navy
- Performed logistic tasks including the unloading and processing of shipment, posting marketing and preparing clearance items.
- Performed cashier functions such as using a POS system for exchanges, purchases, and returns.
- Posted store markdowns and promotional signs* Handled customer needs, complaints, and concerns* Answered calls and entered merchandise purchases
- Completed visual displays and effectively placed merchandise on the sales floor for highest exposure and sales needs
- Owned weekly reporting process and measured transportation KPIs using SQL, VBA, ACCESS, MicroStrategy, ShowCase, & R.
Work History Example #3
Force Protection Officer
Walmart
- Controlled and monitored multiple CCTV screens while keeping a detailed eye on suspicious behavior.
- Partnered with the District Managers, Store Directors and Associates to identify risk areas and develop appropriate controls to reduce losses.
- Installed, maintained, and effectively monitored CCTV systems to prevent theft and/or unsafe work conditions.
- Initiated improvements in teamwork efficiency in freight warehouse, by clarifying areas of responsibility and promoting communication between office and warehouse.
- Utilized and ensured all CCTV components were functional while providing appropriate levels of surveillance capabilities within the facility.
Work History Example #4
Lift Operator
United Parcel Service
- Performed audits, daily cycle counts and inventory.
- Performed cycle counts, tracked shipments and inventory to ensure full compliance with environmental health, safety and corporate regulations.
- Trained to use WMS and also SAP.
- Worked on the dock loading and Unloading trucks and using RF scanner on when weighing the product.
- Utilized RF scanner as well as computer while in this position.
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Add an education section to your resume
The education section should display your highest degree first.
Place your education section appropriately on your resume. If you graduated over 5 years ago, this section should be at the bottom of your resume. If you just graduated and lack relevant work experience, the education section should go to the top.
If you have a bachelor's or master's degree, do not list your high school education. If your graduation year is more than 15-20 years ago, it's better not to include dates in this section.
Here are some examples of good education entries for resumes:
High School Diploma
2013 - 2013
Highlight your military certifications on your resume
If you have any additional certifications, add them to the certification section.
Include the full name of the certification, along with the name of the issuing organization and date of obtainment.
If you have any of these certifications, be sure to include them on your military resume:
- Military Fitness Specialist Certification
- Certified Professional - Human Resource (IPMA-CP)
- EPA Amusement Operators Safety Certification (EPA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Medical Office Manager (CMOM)
- Certified Personal Trainer