Brian Peterson has over 20 years of experience in management, customer service, and veterans services. He currently works as a Local Veteran Employment Representative where he connects veterans to training and employment opportunities. Prior to this role, he held positions as an Employment and Training Specialist, Case Manager for veterans, and Store Manager. Peterson has extensive military experience, serving for 16 years in the US Navy as a Petty Officer and Aircrewman. He is set to graduate in 2015 with a degree in Business Management from Chippewa Valley Technical College.
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1. Brian A. Peterson
401 E. 1st
Ave, Stanley, WI 54768
indocpeterson@yahoo.com - 715-829-1124
Consummate professional with superior communication, interpersonal, and public
relations skills. Outstanding reputation and success built on resourcefulness, problem
solving, and ability to develop productive partnerships. Top performer with a
collaborative spirit, a passion for inspiring others, and a service-oriented philosophy.
Summary of Qualifications
Ability to manage numerous tasks and personnel to achieve goal completion
Military training has instilled a “team” oriented managerial style that is proven to motivate
personnel towards success and achievement
Coordinate employment programs with local businesses and partner agencies
Ability to interact well with clients, resolve issues and provide professional service
Advocate for veteran employment and community veteran issues
Perform outreach and coordinate Veterans Career Fairs as a representative for the Office of
Veterans Services and the Veterans Assistance Program
Attends professional development courses and is currently enrolled in the Business
Management Program at Chippewa Valley Technical College
Work Experience
Office of Veterans Services, State of Wisconsin Jun 2014-Present
Local Veteran Employment Representative
Provide training and technical assistance to staff, partner agencies and employers
regarding veteran’s priority and preference in job referrals and related issues
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with business groups and
associations that promote Veterans Employment and Training Initiatives
Promote credentialing and training opportunities for veterans with training providers and
credentialing bodies
Coordinate and review the work of staff in the performance of the veterans' program
standards under the state performance contract
State of Wisconsin, Department of Workforce Development Jan 2013- Jun 2014
Employment & Training Specialist
Facilitated Reemployment Services Seminars for the Wisconsin Job Center
Provided technical support for job search, resume’s, cover letters, and computer
proficiency
Refer customers to appropriate Job Center and Community resources
Administer utilization of career assessment tools for career planning
Provides instruction and assistance to individuals for job search, career development, job
readiness skills and employment related training
2. Provide employment skills training for customers who are unfamiliar or uncomfortable
with the employment process
Center for Veterans Issues Jul 2011- Dec 2012
Case Manager
Assist veterans in the determination and request of VA Compensation, Pension, and related
medical and general veteran programs
Assist and guide veterans in the application for Social Security and related community
service programs
Coordinate with VA social worker and site clinicians to develop treatment plans for veteran
resident health issues
Monitor delivery of services, maintain records, and track progress of each veteran resident
Coordinate with Federal, State, and local agencies for needed services, care, and welfare of
veteran residents
Provide instruction and supervision in site case management to incoming staff
Acting Site Director during absences of Director for training purposes
Responsible for training, employment plans, and welfare of 40 veteran residents
State of Wisconsin, Department of Workforce Development Jun 2010- Jul 2011
Employment & Training Specialist
Coordinated with local employers, State Partner Agencies, and Community Agencies
to develop job search strategies for Job Center clients
Provided technical support for job search, resume’s, cover letters, and computer
proficiency
Attended partner agency committee meetings to discuss inter-agency relations and
employment opportunities
Facilitated Resume, Interview, and Computer Workshops for job seekers at the
Wisconsin Job Center
Papa Murphy’s Oct 2009- Jun 2010
Store Manager
Recruit, interview and staff store, conduct orientations, trainings, performance evaluations
and deal with corrective disciplinary actions of store members
Ranked no. 1 in the state and no. 4 nationwide for customer service
Stanley Oil Company Apr 1994-Oct 2009
Owner/ Vice President
Military Experience
US NAVY, Brunswick, ME
Petty Officer 1st
Class (E-6) Aug 1978-Apr 1994
Certified Naval Instructor
Combat Aircrewman
Master Quality Assurance/ Safety Officer/ Training Officer
Enforced personnel qualifications training and safety requirements