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Education
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Certification
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Chris Matthews

Weidman,MI

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Senior Chief Petty Officer

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Weidman, MI, USMount Pleasant, MI
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany Culture

Summary

Dedicated Senior Chief Petty Officer recognized for developing training programs and mentoring seniors and subordinates alike. Committed to fostering teamwork and loyalty, aiming to leverage leadership skills to drive organizational success.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Chief Petty Officer

United States Navy, USN
United States
09.2006 - 09.2026
  • Supervised and trained junior and senior personnel in operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Developed training programs enhancing team performance and technical skills.
  • Improved overall unit performance by mentoring subordinates in professional development and career advancement opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives and enhance communication.

Recruit Division Commander

United States Navy, USN
Chicago, IL
08.2012 - 09.2015
  • Volunteered for special assignment which only the top 10% of the Navy is selected for the position.
  • Selected as a Recruit Division Commander Training Instructor to qualify Sailors to train Navy recruits. Served as a positive example of professionalism and dedication, inspiring junior and senior sailors to strive for excellence in their own careers.
  • Coordinated training programs for recruits, ensuring compliance with military standards and enhancing skill proficiency.
  • Balanced discipline with encouragement in order to maintain high levels of motivation among recruits throughout the duration of their training experience.

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

Columbia College
Columbia, MO
10-2022

No Degree - Professional Development

Senior Enlisted Academy
Newport, RI
09-2022

Associate of Arts - Arts

Columbia College
Columbia, MO
07-2010

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Operational planning
  • Personnel management
  • Project management
  • Discipline and focus
  • Teamwork and loyalty
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Leadership development
  • Professional demeanor

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with the Navy Advancement Center in the development of the Navy-wide advancement exam for the Sonar Technician rating. Led a team of 6 senior Sailors in the development and updating of the advancement test with a database of over 3,000 questions. Ensuring current criteria was maintained.

Certification

  • Safety Manager Assistant - (2018-2021 / 2024-2025)
  • Command Fitness Leader - (2022-2024)
  • Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate - (2014-2016)

Timeline

Recruit Division Commander

United States Navy, USN
08.2012 - 09.2015

Senior Chief Petty Officer

United States Navy, USN
09.2006 - 09.2026

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

Columbia College

No Degree - Professional Development

Senior Enlisted Academy

Associate of Arts - Arts

Columbia College