A.J. Shattuck, M.P.P. Email & Phone Number

United States

Berkeley, California, United States

As an Associate Editor at the California Law Review, I contribute to the editing and production of leading legal scholarship. My responsibilities include substantive editing, citation verification, and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and clarity. I work closely with fellow editors and authors to enhance the quality of each article. This role has strengthened my skills in legal research, writing, and collaboration within the legal community.

Berkeley, California, United States

Berkeley, California, United States

Interview and intake military veteran clients seeking service discharge upgrades to access health care through the Dept. of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, assist clients to apply for disability compensation through the Dept. of Veterans Affairs.

Bishop, California, United States

Drafted comprehensive discovery requests for active litigation and analyzed documents produced in response to requests. Engaged directly with clients to address legal concerns and communicate legal strategy. Authored habitability letters on behalf of clients involved in landlord/tenant disputes, articulating legal standards and issues to landlords. Assisted the Owens Valley Indian Water Commission by identifying fee landholders to facilitate strategic land back purchases.

Vicenza, Veneto, Italy

-Led planning and implementation of headquarters-wide reorganization affecting over 800 employees by managing the transition of over 100 functions and processes between directorates, resulting in a transformation model adapted by other senior Army HQs.-Led a cross-functional team to assume responsibility for deployment readiness of the U.S. Army’s premier contingency response unit in the European Theater by overseeing staff reorganization and developing new organizational processes to ensure success.-Supported National Security Council and Combatant Command strategy development for West Africa by leading internal cross-functional planning, girding the successful implementation of the Biden Administration’s Africa Security Assurance Partnership.-Established strong relationships with influential military officials, policymakers, and other key stakeholders by planning and overseeing two three-day conferences on the nexus of U.S. and allied strategic activities in Africa.

Fort Shafter, Hawaii

-Oversaw day-to-day operations of the Plans and Strategy Directorate by managing planning portfolios of 20+ subordinates and ensuring 100% on-time delivery of all logistics planning products to senior military leaders in the Pacific region. -Led the command response effort for trans-Pacific sustainment support to assist the USS Theodore Roosevelt COVID-19 outbreak.

Jerusalem

-Established close relationships with the highest levels of the U.S. national security apparatus, including the National Security Advisor and Senate Armed Services Committee Chair by managing strategic correspondence for the U.S. Security Coordinator (3-star U.S. Army General) regarding development of the Palestinian Authority Security Forces, informing policymakers and assisting to secure funding for security in the West Bank.-Coordinated with the interagency, NGOs, and international partners, including the Department of State, Joint Staff, U.S. intelligence agencies, Office of the Quartet, UN organizations, and Jordanian security agencies to enhance cooperation between the Israeli and Palestinian security forces, leading to a decrease in violence in the West Bank.

Fort Shafter, Hawaii

-Led a cross-functional team to develop classified strategic sustainment plans, resulting in the unit’s first complete contingency plan for operations in southeast Asia. - Directed military planning efforts for Joint Task Force 5-0 and the interagency response to the 2019 eruption of Kilauea on the Big Island of Hawai’i, preparing over 10 landing sites for emergency air evacuation and planning with civilian agencies for the execution of military airlift operations. -Synchronized efforts with other logistics commands and external organizations by leading joint planning groups and international site surveys, resulting in seamless integration of sustainment planning processes across the Pacific.

Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Student at the Basic Strategic Arts Program at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, PA. A 16-week program, BSAP is the qualification course for officers selected for FA59 (Strategist). It provides an introduction to strategy, art and practice, and establishes a base of the unique skills, knowledge, and attributes required for an officer's development as a strategist. The course is taught to rigorous academic standards. Modules of instruction include strategic theory, strategic art, national security and decision-making, contemporary strategic challenges, Army planning and systems, and Joint planning and systems.

Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Springs, Co

Chicago, Illinois

Earned a Master of Public Policy degree with Honors from the Harris School at the University of Chicago. Coursework included microeconomics, statistical analysis and data management, political economy, game theory, program evaluation, political theory, US foreign policy, and nuclear policy. Earned a Certificate in Political Campaigns through the Harris School as well. Completed an honors thesis titled "Religious Violent Non-State Actors & American Foreign Policy in Fourth Generation Warfare: Seeking Solutions to the Problem of the Islamic State" with the help of advisors Felicity Vabulas and Ethan Bueno de Mesquita.

Fort Carson, Co

Commander of a reconnaissance troop in support of a Stryker brigade combat team. Responsible for health, safety, welfare, discipline, and training for 5 officers and over 100 enlisted soldiers. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of over $60 million worth of vehicles and equipment.Rated as one of the top 3 commanders out of 35 in the brigade.Troop awarded the Draper Leadership Award as the top reconnaissance unit in the 4th Infantry Division for the 2014 fiscal year.

Colorado / Kuwait

Commander of a reconnaissance unit deployed to Kuwait in support of Operation Spartan Shield / Enduring Freedom. Responsible for health, safety, welfare, discipline, and training for 5 officers and over 100 enlisted soldiers. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of over $60 million worth of vehicles and equipment.Rated as Top Commander in the squadron and in the top 20% of officers in the brigade. Selected over peers to serve as the Squadron main effort throughout the deployment.Responsible for the security of Third Army / US Army Central Command's forward deployed headquarters and the primary tactical response to all US facilities and points of interest in Kuwait City and southern Kuwait.Partnered with the Kuwait National Guard and the Amiri Guard (personal protective detail to the Emir and the Crown Prince of Kuwait) to conduct joint exercises and assist in the development of tactical training standards and response coordination measures at various palaces throughout Kuwait City.

Fort Rucker, Al

Student at the Aviation Captain's Career Course. Certified Combatives Instructor. Graduate of SERE-C Course.

Fort Hood, Tx

Responsible for the planning of all training and events for the 550 soldiers assigned to 1-7 CAV. Lead planner for multiple training events including a rotation at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, CA and the unit's deployment to Iraq in 2011. Recognized as a keystone for success in the unit's deployment preparations.

Fort Hood, Tx

Responsible for the logistical planning and support for the 550 soldiers assigned to 1-7 CAV. Lead logistics planner and coordinator for multiple training events. Responsible for the turn in and reset of over $150 million worth of vehicles and equipment.

Baghdad, Iraq

Responsible for the logistical planning and support for the 100 soldiers assigned to Comanche Troop, 1-7 CAV deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Responsible for the turn in and reset of over $50 million worth of vehicles and equipment.

Baghdad, Iraq

Leader of a reconnaissance platoon deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Responsible for health, safety, welfare, discipline, and training 35 enlisted soldiers. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of over $30 million worth of vehicles and equipment.Selected over 40 other maneuver platoons in the brigade to train in time-sensitive targeting missions by the Asymmetric Warfare GroupResponsible for security and stability operations in Husseiniyah, Iraq. Worked with Federal Police, Najda, and Iraqi police to secure the town of over 600,000 residents and defeat local terrorist networks.

Fort Hood, Tx

Responsible for the planning and escort for over 100 Flag Officers, US Senators, Congressional Representatives, and other senior leaders on their visits to III Corps and Fort Hood, TX.Responsible for the planning, escort, and security of multiple senior Army leaders during their visits to Fort Hood. Dignitaries included: GEN George Casey, Chief of Staff, US Army; GEN Dick Cody, Vice Chief of Staff, US Army; and the Washington Corps of Military Attaches.Created a Protocol Officer Standard Operating Procedure and Guidebook to ensure continuity in an office with a rate of high personnel turnover.

Fort Benning, Ga; Fort Knox, Ky

Graduate of the Basic Officer Leaders Course and the Armor Officer Basic Course.

West Point, Ny

Cadet at the United States Military Academy. Graduate of the US Army Air Assault School. Trained counselor providing behavioral health support to 150 new cadets.

Doctor Of Law - Jd

Master Of Public Policy (M.P.P.) With Honors, International Relations, National Security Studies And Political Campaigns

Activities and Societies: Co-President, OutPolitik; Member, Women in Public Policy;Thesis: Religious Violent Non-State Actors in Fourth.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), American Government And Politics (United States)

Activities and Societies: Extracurriculars: Dean’s List x4, Glee Club, Cadet Chapel Bell Chimer, Orienteering

Certificate, International Relations And National Security Studies

Activities and Societies: “Strategic Competition in the Europe-Africa Nexus”