Michael Nicolaus
Utica
Summary
Seasoned U.S. Army veteran with over two decades of leadership and operational expertise in demanding settings. Demonstrated track record of effectively guiding diverse teams, overseeing multimillion-dollar assets, and achieving mission objectives. Eager to apply strategic planning and personnel management proficiencies to excel in a dynamic civilian role.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
South Dakota Department Of Corrections
02.2024 - Current
- Managed situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
Rural Mail Carrier Associate
United State Postal Service
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Contributed to team success by assisting fellow carriers in completing their assigned routes when needed.
Reconnaissance Scout
US Army, 82 ABN DIV, 101st ABN
10.2002 - 05.2023
- Led and supervised teams of over 120 Soldiers during deployments and training exercises.
- Served as First Sergeant, ROTC Instructor, and Unit Equal Opportunity Advisor.
- Achieved gold recruiting badge by exceeding recruitment goals and building community relationships.
Education
Diploma -
Scotland High School
Scotland, SDSkills
- PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT – 18 YEARS
- SALES & CUSTOMER SERVICE – 3 YEARS
- COMMUNICATION & TIME MANAGEMENT
- POLICY WRITING & IMPLEMENTATION
- CONFLICT RESOLUTION SKILLS
Certification
- SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE
- EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ADVISOR
- RECRUITING SCHOOL
- SENIOR LEADERSHIP COURSE
- PRIMARY JUMPMASTER
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Draper Leadership award for outstanding leadership as a Troop 1SG.
- Recognized by the Kentucky Governor as an Honorary Kentucky Colonel for excellence as an instructor at Eastern Kentucky University.
- Inducted into the Order of St George twice for outstanding leadership in 2011 and 2020.
Awards
DRAPER AWARD – 82ND ABN, 3 MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDALS, PURPLE HEART RECIPIENT, ORDER OF ST. GEORGE, HONORARY KENTUCKY COLONEL
Timeline
Correctional Officer
South Dakota Department Of Corrections
02.2024 - Current
Rural Mail Carrier Associate
United State Postal Service
10.2023 - 02.2024
Reconnaissance Scout
US Army, 82 ABN DIV, 101st ABN
10.2002 - 05.2023
Diploma -
Scotland High School
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