Sample Resume for a Military-to-Civilian Transition

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JEREMY W. WILSON

17 N. Ridgeview, Apt. #472
Sometown, CA 90000
(555) 555-5555
someone@somedomain.com

Profile

Decorated police officer transitioning from the US Marine Corps Military Police (MP) to civilian law enforcement -- tour of duty ends December 2009. Highly motivated to leverage five years of achievements during MP career to provide dedicated service for a city or county police department. Qualifications include a pending BA in criminal justice (currently completing final semester); comprehensive field training; and extensive experience in safety patrol, security details, undercover investigations and public-service activities.

Key Skills

Law Enforcement & Public Safety
Emergency Planning & Response
Security/Surveillance Operations
Criminal Investigations

Crime Prevention
Traffic Patrol
Evidence Collection
Defensive Tactics

Counterterrorism Strategies
Firearms Safety & Handling
Interviews & Interrogations
Crime Scene Management

Experience

US MARINE CORPS -- Current Assignment: Camp Pendleton / Previous Deployment: Iraq
Military Police Officer, 12/04 to Present
Awarded MP position at the culmination of 12-week basic training and an additional 12 weeks of intensive, specialized MP training. Currently serve as a Military Police officer protecting lives and property, patrolling military base and preserving law and order at Camp Pendleton USMC Base. Previously supported battlefield operations and provided area/convoy security during overseas assignment in Iraq (Operation Iraqi Freedom).

Key Results

Earned consistent commendations for devotion to duty with citations for excellence in rapidly resolving crisis situations, upholding law and order, relating effectively with culturally diverse populations and protecting property and lives.
Fulfilled a range of MP duties for both combat and peacekeeping missions. Gained proficiencies and experience in: traffic accident first-responder/investigations, police patrol, ticket/report writing, felony traffic stops, search and seizures, criminal investigations and suspect interviewing/fingerprinting/processing.
Selected for elite security details providing dignitary protection for visiting generals, members of Congress and other high-ranking officials.
Infiltrated illegal drug ring operating on base and participated in undercover surveillance and "sting" operation leading to the arrest, prosecution and incarceration of guilty parties.

Recognition
& Awards

Honored with three USMC Commendation Medals for heroic/life-saving acts of bravery (2005/2007), Good Conduct Medal (2009) and Combat Action Badge (2007).
Earned Expert Marksman Awards in both small arms and assault weapons.
Graduated #3 in MP class, earning honors in marksmanship, mastery of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), patrol procedures and physical fitness.

Education & Credentials	SOMETOWN STATE UNIVERSITY -- Sometown, CA BA in Criminal Justice Candidate -- Degree Expected: 12/09 / Current GPA: 3.7 SOMETOWN HIGH SCHOOL -- Sometown, MI High School Diploma, 6/04
Certifications & Clearances:	Certified in first aid/CPR, traffic accident investigations, preliminary breath test (PBT) and Intoxilyzar 5000, and handcuffing/flexi-cuff procedures Weapons certifications: MP 9mm pistol, M4 carbine, 12-gauge shotgun, Taser X26/M26 Secret Security Clearance

MP Training
Highlights:

Security Police Tactics
Criminal Investigations
Situational Training

Weapons Handling
Levels of Force
Civil Disturbance

Urban Area Force Protection
Personal Security Detail
Conflict Management

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