Blaize Pearson
Georgetown,KY
Summary
As a recently retired Senior Chief Petty Officer with 22 years active-duty service in the United States Navy, I am looking to utilize my leadership skills as a supervisor. I aim to create a positive and productive work environment by communicating with team members, setting clear goals, and monitoring performance. I have experience running projects in fast-paced environments that required accomplishing multiple tasks within established time frames. I have over a decade of experience as a dynamic leader with demonstrated success managing and developing personnel while leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel driving to improve productivity and understanding while maximizing team performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Officer
United State Navy
San Diego, CA
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed a staff of 32 personnel in a Navy schoolhouse responsible for 15 courses of instruction and $34 million in training equipment.
- Oversaw 28 program managers and 42 programs. Conducted multiple reviews on each program to ensure compliance with military guidelines.
- Provided leadership and guidance to staff of up to 200 personnel.
- Identified areas for improvement within the division's operations and developed strategies for increasing productivity.
- Developed processes and procedures designed to streamline operations within the division.
- Maintained accurate records related to personnel assignments, project milestones and budgetary information.
- Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
- Collaborated with other divisions in order to identify opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration.
- Assigned tasks, delegated duties and evaluated performance of subordinate personnel.
Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
Chicago, IL & Bahrain & San Diego
01.2013 - 07.2019
- Led and managed a staff of 85 personnel in the Navy's largest technical schoolhouse delivery training to 1200 students annually.
- Led a division of 24 Sailors onboard USS San Diego responsible for all interior/exterior communication, radar and navigation equipment.
- Led a division of 14 technicians responsible for major communication operations throughout the Middle East.
- Trained and developed Sailors in both professional and personal standards.
- Elected to lead peers as Chief Petty Officer Association President.
- Drove physical standards for staff as Command Fitness Leader.
- Conducted multiple trainings, operations, and testing with outside entities. Excellent communication and coordination to ensure success.
- Coordinated daily maintenance operations between deployed ships to ensure group readiness and minimal downtime.
- Developed and revised procedures for drills. Coordinated and executed the training for these drills.
- Resolved conflicts between members of the command staff in a timely manner.
Electronics Technician
United States Navy
Japan, Spain, San Diego
08.2002 - 12.2012
- Conducted preventative maintenance on various communication, radar and navigation equipment.
- Conducted hundreds of repairs to equipment both inside and outside the scope of direct Navy training.
- Completed hundreds of qualifications to improve personal and professional growth.
- Maintained system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Interpreted engineering diagrams to successfully troubleshoot faults.
- Maintained personal and professional uniform and fitness standards.
- Constantly displayed ability to follow direction and complete tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
Excelsior College
Albany, NY06-2014
Skills
- Personnel Management
- Project Management
- Communication
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Loyalty
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal - 4
- Joint Service Achievement Medal
- Navy Achievement Medal - 3
- Master Training Specialist
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Timeline
Division Officer
United State Navy
08.2019 - 01.2023
Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
01.2013 - 07.2019
Electronics Technician
United States Navy
08.2002 - 12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
Excelsior College
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