Jennifer Burks, PHR 🎭

I am a 22-year active duty Army VetSpouse- as my service member transitioned to "Veteran" status, I transitioned to "VetSpouse" status.
Like many, I did not start my career until after my service member retired. I have the typical MilSpouse resume- full of gaps and non-linear moves. I've also experienced the discrimination that comes with being a Milspouse. In my opinion, it's their loss and it won't stop me! It shouldn't stop you either!
Now, I assist Veterans and Milspouses (in any… Show more

I am a 22-year active duty Army VetSpouse- as my service member transitioned to "Veteran" status, I transitioned to "VetSpouse" status.
Like many, I did not start my career until after my service member retired. I have the typical MilSpouse resume- full of gaps and non-linear moves. I've also experienced the discrimination that comes with being a Milspouse. In my opinion, it's their loss and it won't stop me! It shouldn't stop you either!
Now, I assist Veterans and Milspouses (in any stage of life) with transition and career pivot. I specialize in understanding LinkedIn and networking, establishing a personal brand in order to market your career and making powerful connections. Chances are, I've been where you are; ask me anything! Show less

• Cross-team collaboration for event planning, keynote speaker selection and preparation.
• Design targeted social media content to attract transitioning service members, military spouses, recruiters, employers/hiring managers, and educational representatives to networking events.
• Collaborate with company President, Vice President and various directors; report directly to President for final approval.
• Apply adult learning theory to training content creation.
• Write scripts… Show more

• Cross-team collaboration for event planning, keynote speaker selection and preparation.
• Design targeted social media content to attract transitioning service members, military spouses, recruiters, employers/hiring managers, and educational representatives to networking events.
• Collaborate with company President, Vice President and various directors; report directly to President for final approval.
• Apply adult learning theory to training content creation.
• Write scripts, create storyboards, design layout, add animation, complete all stages of editing; Record and edit voiceover.
• Deliver products to be leveraged on various social media platforms. Show less

• Collaborate with the Human Resources Manager to develop the program from the ground up
• Create the company’s statement of purpose with respect to DEI
• Develop training programs for internal and external volunteers
• Develop complaint and grievance response/investigation policy
• Develop and deliver surveys for volunteers
• Vet guest speakers; ensure that speakers are representative of all groups
• Collaborate with the Volunteer Manager to ensure that volunteers are… Show more

• Collaborate with the Human Resources Manager to develop the program from the ground up
• Create the company’s statement of purpose with respect to DEI
• Develop training programs for internal and external volunteers
• Develop complaint and grievance response/investigation policy
• Develop and deliver surveys for volunteers
• Vet guest speakers; ensure that speakers are representative of all groups
• Collaborate with the Volunteer Manager to ensure that volunteers are representative of diverse groups
• Review company decision-making policies to ensure policies are inclusive
• Set goals and milestones for the creation and implementation of the program
• Respond to complaints and grievances related to DEI Show less

• Develop and maintain the library of resources
• Conduct comprehensive risk analysis for all resources before adoption
• Asses the validity of resources available to veterans and their families
• Connect with businesses, Veteran Service Organizations, and advocates to further identify relevant resources, programs, and opportunities
• Collaborate with other volunteers, directors, and leadership to form new partnerships and explore/develop new opportunities
• Assist transitioning… Show more

• Develop and maintain the library of resources
• Conduct comprehensive risk analysis for all resources before adoption
• Asses the validity of resources available to veterans and their families
• Connect with businesses, Veteran Service Organizations, and advocates to further identify relevant resources, programs, and opportunities
• Collaborate with other volunteers, directors, and leadership to form new partnerships and explore/develop new opportunities
• Assist transitioning service members and military spouses in locating needed resources for transition, employment, education, mentorship, financial readiness, etc.
• Represent the organization at virtual networking events
• Follow up with networking events attendees to identify and provide guidance and resources needed Show less

Currently I am focusing my training on a beautiful shepherd mix named Dutch, an aspiring #TherapyDog. Dutch's guardian, a fellow #Milspouse, hopes to get him certified so that he can take part in #AnimalAssistedEducation (#AAE) and #AnimalAssistedTherapy (#AAT). As a therapy dog, Dutch's focus will be on the #WarriorTransitionUnit where he will assist #WoundedWarriors in making the transition from military life to civilian life, and in emotional and physical healing.

Volunteered in the nursery at GBC- working in the 9-24 month-old room. I also volunteered in the kitchen at GBC, providing lunch for the entire congregation once a month.