Connor Flynn
Knoxville
Summary
United States Army Veteran with a specialization in small unit tactics, leading within a team environment, as well as operational planning and control. Driven by a passion to serve, a desire to be a force multiplier, and seeking to utilize these skill sets in order to safeguard the nation's most important resources and its people.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infantry Team Leader (Sergeant)
United States Army
10.2020 - Current
- Directly responsible for the training, mentoring, and command of between three-eight junior Soldiers.
- Led Soldiers in a variety of tactical environments including patrol, urban and helicopter operations.
- Trained Soldiers on the proper operation, tactical employment, and maintenance of their assigned weapon systems.
- Certified to serve above rank and position as an Infantry Squad Leader.
- Currently possess a secret security clearance.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing encrypted radio telecommunication and navigation devices.
- Qualified Soldiers on the M240L, M249 SAW, M4 carbine, M17 pistol, XM 250 SAW, and XM7 resulting in a 90% "Expert" level rating average.
- Developed and presented formal classes and practical exercises encompassing small-unit tactics, basic marksmanship, tactical casualty combat care, field craft, and orienteering.
- Selected to participate in the field testing and development of the US Army's Next Generation Weapons Program.
- Selected as a top Noncommissioned Officer to represent the 101st Airborne Division in the Netherlands during an Air Assault demonstration commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Operation Market Garden.
- Deployed to the Baltic States during Operation European Assure, Deter, Reinforce (MAR 2023-Nov 2023).
Installation and Service Specialist
Lanscape Innovations
03.2018 - 04.2020
- Responsible for the weekly grounds maintenance of over a dozen private residences and commercial businesses.
- Specialized in grading, constructing, and waterproofing retention walls.
- Responsible for the inventory, organization, and re-supply of required materials.
- Demonstrated expertise in applying both modern landscaping and hardscaping design across a diverse set of consumer specifications.
- Regularly facilitated transport of personnel, equipment, and stock during long-distance service calls totaling an average of 20,000 miles per year.
- Maintained a perfect safety record with zero traffic or occupational related injuries.
- Installed and maintained a variety of above and below ground irrigation systems.
- Assisted in environmental regeneration by promoting the reintroduction of plant species complementary to native pollinators.
- Tasked with operating high powered tools, equipment, and vehicles.
- Performed limited-scale manual demolitions and renovations.
Loss Prevention Specialist
OTJ Security Corporation
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Obtained a Class D security license from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
- Performed duties at Zara retail locations in the highest populated areas in Central Florida (Disney Springs and the Florida Mall).
- Entrusted by management to be the only posted Security Officer while conducting 10-12 hour overnight shifts.
- Utilized training in observation, access control, and verbal de-escalation techniques to effectively mitigate theft of valuable merchandize and ensure staff safety.
- Applied skills in accurate, detailed report writing to record objective data for use by law enforcement and corporate personnel.
Sales Associate
Long's Drugstore
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Inventoried, catalogued, and re-stocked a variety of over the counter medicines and products.
- Assisted in the design and orientation of product displays to enhance marketability based on consumer demand.
- Managed main register while processing thousands of dollars a day.
- Directly responsible for the final review, grouping, and packaging of vital prescription medications.
- Assisted in the totaling of all transactions at the conclusion of each shift.
- Facilitated and personally delivered prescription medication to the homes of disabled seniors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLHigh School Diploma -
West High School
Knoxville, TN05-2016
Skills
- Physical fitness
- Time management
- Small Unit Tactics Proficiency
- Weapons Maintenance & Employment
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal, radio)
- Critical thinking
- First Aid/CPR/Tactical Combat Casualty Care
- Instructing, Coaching, Mentoring
- Helicopter safety/operations
- Developing training plans
- Speaking and presenting
- Accountability of personnel and equipment
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Leadership experience
- Active listening
- Coachability
- Threat/Risk Assessment Analysis
- Task Organization
- Team building
Certification
- Air Assault Qualified (Graduated 2021)
- Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR)
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (projected graduation April 10, 2025)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (American Red Cross)
- Combat Lifesaver Certified
- Antiterrorism Awareness, Level 1
- Cyber Awareness Training
- Threat Awareness and Reporting Program
Timeline
Infantry Team Leader (Sergeant)
United States Army
10.2020 - Current
Installation and Service Specialist
Lanscape Innovations
03.2018 - 04.2020
Loss Prevention Specialist
OTJ Security Corporation
01.2017 - 08.2017
Sales Associate
Long's Drugstore
08.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Central Florida
High School Diploma -
West High School
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