Gresham Army Reservist Maggie Chavez Leverages Military Experience for Multnomah County Role
Maggie Chavez, a former U.S. Army Reservist, has transitioned her military experience, particularly in psychological operations (psyops), into a civilian role as the Supplier Diversity Officer for Multnomah County. Chavez served in the Army Reserves from 2011 to 2019, initially in a Mortuary Affairs Unit and later as a psychological operations specialist. Her work in psyops involved communications expertise, market research, and influencing foreign allies and enemies through non-kinetic means. One notable project included creating a Mickey Mouse coloring book to educate children about avoiding unexploded ordnance. Chavez, who holds an undergraduate degree in psychology and social sciences, credits her military service with providing her with valuable skills in marketing, human motivation, and psychology. The military also supported her education and helped her purchase a home before the age of 30. She expressed pride in her service, despite not having served in a war, and would choose to serve again.
