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Joshua Shackleton

Josh.Shack.js@gmail.com
(469)271-7243
https://www.linkedin.com/in/JoshShackleton
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at Dallas
B.S., Finance
Madison College, Madison, WI
Military Training/Education- US Army

Dec. 2016
GPA 3.34
May 2013
May 2006

WORK EXPERIENCE
State Farm, Richardson, TX
Feb. 2015 - Current
Sales Representative
Obtained national insurance license for Property, Causality, Life and Health
Assisted in training new team members in 2 complex insurance quoting and management systems
Completed States Farms advanced Remarkable sales conversation curriculum resulting in recognition
for quality customer service 8 times
Supported customers and explained complex policy and billing changes while documenting changes to
underwriting department
University of Wisconsin Transportation Department, Madison, WI
Financial Specialist
Nov. 2012 May 2014
Reviewed and corrected A/R journal entries to ensure accuracy of transactions weekly, prepared by
another team member
Overhauled the paper tracking system for cash receivables using MS Excel, improving efficiency by 30-50%
Achieved recognition by 3 managers for advanced MS Excel skills, accuracy of information, attention to
detail, and positivity
Created training manual (SOP) for the positions full job duties and operations
United States Army
Petroleum Supply Specialist
May 2006 Nov. 2012
Managed daily operation and issued of over 500,000 gallons of petroleum products without inefficiencies
or spills
Created SOPs for fuel refill points, ordering and returning fuel, and daily operations maintenance
Achieved the rank of Sergeant (E-5), first line supervisor
Trained, mentored and lead up to 12 soldiers at a time to ensure combat readiness
Guided soldiers by providing written monthly counseling reports and ensuring positive growth
Applied regular training of risk management to reduce accidents and deaths in vehicle operations to zero
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Business Communications, UT Dallas
Won first place in the Businesses Give Back speech competition
Coached and encouraged lagging team member, leading to greater team cohesion
Assumed the team leader position, leading to group success and meeting all deadline

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