1. Joshua A. Garner
1035 Moreland Ave. se | Atlanta, GA 30316 | 770-294-1872 | JoshAGarner117@gmail.com
Objective
As a current National Park Service employee the future and direction of the NPS is of the utmost concern. I
would be a critical asset in the planning, development and coordination of centennial events in order to instill a
sense of pride and stewardship in the general public.
Skills
Time Management Attention to Detail Verbal & Written
Communication
Leadership &
Motivation
Analysis & Planning Public Speaking Cross-Cultural
Understanding
Resiliency
Education
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Arts | May, 2014
Major: History | Minor: Philosophy
Experience
August 2015 - Present
Interpretive Park Guide | National Park Service | Atlanta, GA | Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
 Historical subject matter and public relations expert, teaching the life lessons of MLK Jr. to broad
audiences on a daily basis
 Supported the collaborative work of the NPS by assisting in the preparation of the Long Range
Interpretative Plan
 Knowledgeable with “A Call to Action” program and goals
 Found creative ways to engage park visitors of all ages in the lessons of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
May 2014 - Present
United States Army Reserve | 2nd Lieutenant/Engineer Officer
 Provided direction and leadership for engineering projects to include the planning, organizing, training,
operating and the personal development of subordinates
 Managed a platoon of 40 soldiers in high stress environments while ensuring mission success
 Operated with other organizations, internal and external, to accomplish strategic goals and objectives in
both high intensity situations and day-to-day activities
 Developed standard operating procedures and partnership programs with organizations outside the unit
 Commanding coordinator amongst various combat arms assets in simulated battle spaces
August 2009 – May 2014
Georgia Army National Guard | Team Leader/ Section Leader
 Logistical operations team member and coordinator
 Employed and supervised preventative checks and maintenance on equipment
 Organized and planned operations necessary to sustain a battalion (1000 troops)
References available upon request.