Jenna Crerar
Brandywine
Summary
Knowledgeable security manager with robust background in active duty military service. Demonstrated capability in leadership and strategic planning, achieving mission objectives effectively. Proven track record in operational excellence and crisis management, showcasing strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician Team Member
United States Army
Fort Polk, LA
10.2020 - 10.2023
- Accompanied Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team Leader; responsible for identification, render safe, and disposal of conventional, chemical, nuclear, homemade, and improvised explosive devices and hazards.
- Responsible for over 2 million dollars of crucial equipment necessary to conduct EOD responsibilities and procedures.
- Able to work cooperatively with various local, state, and federal agencies including ATF and FBI Bomb Technicians across Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi on a regular basis.
- Conducted over 2000 man-hours of EOD Operations as a Team Member throughout the region.
- Assists in leading teams on Very Important Person (VIP) protection details in support of the United States Secret Service, the President and Vice-President of the United States, and other U.S. and foreign dignitaries.
- Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of all keys in the company that hold and secure over 300 million dollars worth of equipment including Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) and secret material.
- Instrumental in the security department by leading the company alone to secure classified and secret documents, along with ensuring every individual was up to standards with their clearances as well as basic security practices.
- Supported Team Leader twice in Niger on a mission to train the Nigerian Army about Counter Improvised Explosive Device Defeat (C-IEDD), while also building rapport and friendships with their local government and military for six months.
- Handled Property and Inventory Management covering an excess of 300 million dollars worth of equipment.
- Controlled Operations Management within the company.
- Directed Risk Management procedures for multiple processes and objectives within the company.
- Conducted geographical analysis of multiple land areas including in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, New York, California, New Jersey, and Bali.
- Coached, trained, and supervised new employees and delegated authority for certain tasks.
- Operated and maintained advanced communication equipment to ensure mission success.
- Conducted routine inspections and repairs on critical systems to enhance operational readiness.
- Trained junior technicians in equipment operation and maintenance best practices, fostering skill development.
- Streamlined repair processes, resulting in reduced downtime for essential military operations.
- Ensured compliance with military regulations during equipment handling and maintenance activities.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Enhanced team productivity with thorough training on new technologies and procedures.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
Banquet Server and Preparation Aid
Solitude Links Golf Course & Banquet Center
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Communicated with guests about their requests and served them with efficiency.
- Organized decorations prior to events to the standards of the guests.
- Earned employee of the month for the company's first award.
- Trained new employees the company’s ethics and directives when serving a customer
- Aided the additional staff when help was needed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Yale High School
05.2019
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician - undefined
Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal
07.2014
Skills
- EOD Team Member
- ATF Homemade Explosives
- Expert Robot Handler
- HAZWOPER
- Security Manager
- Key Custodian
- Expert Drone Handler
Certification
EOD Team Member October 2019 - Present
Accomplishments
- EOD Basic Badge October 2020
PROFILE
- 6 years of experience
- Goal and detail oriented
- Strong verbal and nonverbal communication
- Experience working with various entities
- Loyal
- Organized
- Multi-task
- Adaptive
- Problem Solver
- Punctual
- Knowledgeable
- Eager to learn
- Active Clearance
Timeline
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician Team Member
United States Army
10.2020 - 10.2023
Banquet Server and Preparation Aid
Solitude Links Golf Course & Banquet Center
08.2017 - 05.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Yale High School
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician - undefined
Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Western Governors University