James Ryan

James Ryan is an HR Specialist in Employee Relations currently employed by the U.S. Forest Service. With extensive experience as a Medical Readiness NCO and Anti-terrorism Officer in the U.S. Army, they have developed strong skills in project management, employee onboarding, and compliance with federal employment laws. Ryan's background also includes work as a Special Operations Team-Alpha Linguist specializing in Pashto and Korean, enhancing their abilities in communication and cultural immersion. They hold an Associate's degree in Korean Language and Literature from the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center and have continued education in Pashto through the NSA.