Arthur Henderson
San Diego,CA
Summary
Accomplished Master Chief from the US Navy, adept in strategic leadership and cross-functional coordination. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency and crew morale, evidenced by a 20% improvement in readiness assessments. Skilled in crisis management and interpersonal awareness, fostering robust team dynamics and ensuring mission success. Proven track record in training and resource allocation, driving professional growth and operational excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Chief
US Navy
San Diego, CA
09.2003 - 06.2025
- Monitored daily operations to ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
- Served as a liaison between the Commanding Officer and subordinate commands regarding personnel management issues.
- Participated in planning meetings with senior staff members to discuss operational plans for upcoming assignments.
- Facilitated communication between the Commanding Officer, Executive Officers, Department Heads, Chiefs Mess, Junior Officers, Enlisted Personnel, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinated administrative functions such as awards ceremonies, promotions, advancements, inspections, audits, performance evaluations, transfers, separations, retirements.
- Assessed current practices against best practices for safety concerns; recommended corrective actions when necessary.
- Compiled, reviewed and interpreted information from inspections and recommended corrections to resolve deficiencies.
- Directed staff when assigning and prioritizing tasks.
- Provided oversight of all training programs and events to ensure completion within established timelines.
- Conducted regular assessments of crew readiness and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed, coordinated, and implemented onboard command initiatives to improve efficiency and morale.
- Assisted the Commanding Officer in developing short-term goals and long-range objectives.
- Maintained records of inspection results for assigned departments; identified trends indicating potential problems or areas needing improvement.
- Established positive working relationships with external agencies to facilitate cooperation in support of mission requirements.
- Organized professional development activities that promoted career growth opportunities for junior sailors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red River Senior High School
Coushatta, LA05-2003
Skills
- Strategic development
- Operational planning
- Cross-functional coordination
- Strategic leadership
- Interpersonal awareness
- Interactive communication skills
- Managing resources
- Multitasking
- Data Analysis
- Crisis Management
- Professionalism
- Conflict Resolution
- Team building
- Problem-solving abilities
- Tactical Operations
- Time management abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Risk Management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Team Leadership
- Multitasking Abilities
- Resource Allocation
- Training expertise
- Reliability
- Inspection skills
- Adaptability
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. CREDENTIAL ID: 111763509
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master Chief
US Navy
09.2003 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Red River Senior High School