David Alvarez

Center for Seeking Peace, PLLC - Mental Health and Wellness

Chief Operations Officer

• Managed daily operations to ensure both organizational efficiency and adherence to established policies. Provided leadership to cross-functional teams in the development and deployment of new administrative processes and protocols. Oversaw the coordination of training initiatives aimed at enhancing staff competencies and advancing professional growth. Cultivated strategic partnerships with external stakeholders to facilitate effective community outreach programs. Conducted performance assessments to pinpoint opportunities for operational improvement and innovation. Directed quality assurance activities to uphold exceptional standards in service delivery.

Center for Seeking Peace, PLLC - Mental Health and Wellness

Marketing Director

• Developed marketing strategies for holistic health services, led branding to boost visibility, and managed social media to grow engagement. Oversaw promotional materials for events, aligned efforts with stakeholders, and conducted market research to target audiences.

Casey Auto Group - Casey KIA

Sales Consultant

• Serves as the primary point of contact for incoming customers and provides expert sales and service to drive revenue. Listens to customers to understand needs and demonstrate products in an effort to show potential buyers benefits, advantages and encourage purchases. Follows up with customers to build long-term relationships and successful referrals.

Operational Test and Evaluation Force (OPTEVFOR)

Sonar Technician Submarines First Class Petty Officer (Submarines) E-6

Lead Defense Travel Administrator (LDTA) for the Defense Travel System (DTS), Agency Program Coordinator (APC) for Government Travel Credit Cards (GTCC), First Class Petty Officer Association (FCPOA) President, Urinalysis Program Coordinator (UPC), Command Volunteer Coordinator and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) President.

• Serves as the lead for managing electronic processing of travel documents through certification and approval of travel and payments that support official travel for 320 military/civilian employees.
• Commissioned to design and produce United States Navy, United States Armed Forces Mjolnir Thor Hammer Challenge Coins, Alternate Command Seal and associated Liberty Chits, FCPOA Seal and associated Military Challenge Coins, T-shirts, Stickers, Patches and Lanyards.
• Awarded Meritorious Unit Commendation.
• Noted as a Diverse Leader "hand-picked to take over as Defense Travel System (DTS) Administrator Lead. Quickly grasped the techniques required to successfully run the program for 229 military and 91 civilian personnel. Directly contributed to the execution of 76 mission-critical test and evaluation exercises by processing 150 Defense Travel System (DTS) authorizations/vouchers and administration of 320 Government Travel Credit Card (GTCC) accounts." Thomas, R. L. YNC, USN

Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force (COMOPTEVFOR)

Sonar Technician Submarines First Class Petty Officer (Submarines) E-6

Organizational Defense Travel Administrator (ODTA) for the Defense Travel System (DTS), Agency Program Coordinator (APC) for Government Travel Credit Cards (GTCC), and Urinalysis Program Coordinator (UPC)

• Responsible for the design and production of all Graphic Design needs to include but not limited to all photography, videography, business cards, traditional and laser engraving products, instructional materials, and retirement material for the Navy's sole Test and Evaluation Command.
• Commissioned to design and produce Custom Wedding, College Graduation, three Officer Commissioning, two Personal Milestone, and Retirement Military Challenge Coins.
• Noted as a Dedicated Mentor "training, leadership, and development of Command personnel has produced superior results. His meticulous procedural skills resulted in improved DTS accuracy and efficiency, as noted during the most recent Budget Submitting Officer 11 (BSO-11) and GTCC audits." Landon, J. J. YNCS, USN

Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force (COMOPTEVFOR)

Sonar Technician Submarines First Class Petty Officer (Submarines) E-6

Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Coordinator

• Admiral's representative to the Department of Defense (DoD), Echelon II, and Fleet Commanders; responsible for the operational testing of the Advanced Rapid Commercial off the Shelf Insertion (ARCI) Sonar System. Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) results ultimately lead to recommendations regarding DoD acquisition decisions.
• Commissioned to design and produce Undersea Warfare 40 Division Transfer Photo Collage, Command Intramural Flag Football and Softball Jerseys.
• Noted as a Subject Matter Expert "flawlessly orchestrated five at-sea test events for ARCI Sonar System which included 840 hours of high contact density scenarios. His technical expertise was a vital influence to the recommendation of the system's Fleet release." Alexander, K. STGC, USN

USS Minnesota (SSN-783)

Sonar Technician Submarines First Class Petty Officer (Submarines) E-6

Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Chairman, In-Port Duty Section Leader, Conventional Weapons Handling Team Leader and Quality Assurance Safety Officer

• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ship's Primary and Auxiliary Sonar Systems.
• Commissioned to design and produce Plankowner Sonar Division Sonar Sphere, First Class Petty Officer Association (FCPOA) Mjolnir Thor Hammer and Captain America Shield Military Challenge Coins.
• March 2014 through June 2014: USS Missouri (SSN-780); Noted for "his willingness to support the Missouri's mission on short notice, displayed an unswerving personal initiative that personifies the Navy's Core Values, allowing Missouri to get underway, fully manned and mission capable." Perry, K. M. Rear Admiral, USN
• Noted as an Exceptional Leader "the best weapons handling team leader onboard. Superior performance was recently noted by the Virginia Weapons Modernization Team as the best they had ever seen over nine previous boats." Bechtold, J. R. STSC, USN

USS Minnesota (SSN-783)

Sonar Technician Submarines First Class Petty Officer (Submarines) E-6

Deck Division First Lieutenant, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Vice Chairman, In-Port Duty Section Leader and Assistant Command Fitness Leader (CFL)

• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ship's Primary and Auxiliary Sonar Systems.
• Noted as an Excellent Leader "as First Lieutenant he built Deck Division from the ground up leading 10 sailors who prepared over 300 safety items ensuring the ship was ready for sea trials and follow on tasking. Showing Exceptional leadership he expertly prepared the ship for its first Inspection and Survey (INSURV) inspection, resulting in a score of 99 percent, resulting in Minnesota receiving the best VA-Class inspection to date." Hystad, C. R. STSCS, USN

Plankowner

Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Minnesota (SSN-783)

Sonar Technician Submarines First Class Petty Officer (Submarines) E-6

Deck Division First Lieutenant, Workcenter Supervisor, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Vice Chairman, In-Port Duty Section Leader and Assistant Command Fitness Leader (CFL)

• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ship's Primary and Auxiliary Sonar Systems.
• Noted as an Intellectual Leader "as a seasoned sonar operator, Petty Officer Alvarez utilized his system and subject matter expertise, engaging and mentoring the junior sonar operators, aiding in qualifications and greatly improving their operator ability." Hystad, C. R. STSCS, USN

Naval Ocean Processing Facility (NAVOCEANPROFAC) Dam Neck

Sonar Technician Submarines Petty Officer First Class (Submarines) E-6

Continuous Training Support Software (CTSS) Administrator, Operations Training Team, Sensor Operator, On-Board Trainer (OBT) Administrator, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Treasurer, and Assistant Command Fitness Leader (ACFL).

• Responsible for the collection, analysis and digital formatting of Undersea Warfare (USW) acoustic data; providing global maritime surveillance through the Sound Surveillance System (SOSUS) and Surveillance Towed Array Sensor System (SURTASS) with time critical recording and tactical support to the fleet.
• Commissioned to design and produce Senior Enlisted Mess Military Challenge Coin.
• Awarded Meritorious Unit Commendation.
• Noted as an Innovative Leader "Petty Officer Alvarez's contributions to the Operations Training Division has been phenomenal. He restructured the Gram of the Month program, resulting in a 20 percent increase in overall analysis scores. He also created Microsoft Databases for Gram of the Month, Personal Qualification Standards (PQS) Tracking and Continuing Training Manual exams, allowing for up-to-date trend analysis and greatly increasing efficiency and the timeliness of feedback to watch team members." Ginder, E. LT, USN
• Noted as an Exceptional Leader "led Command wide efforts in training personnel in all facets of the Continuing Training Support Software (CTSS), his efforts were instrumental in receiving excellent marks on our first ever Commander, Submarine Force. U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMSUBPAC) Tactical Readiness Evaluation (TRE)." Beach, M. O. STSC, USN

USS Kentucky (SSBN-737) Gold Crew

Sonar Technician Submarines Petty Officer Second Class (Submarines) E-5

Deck Division First Lieutenant, Deck Division Leading Petty Officer, Assistant Command Fitness Leader (ACFL) and Divisional Qualifications Petty Officer

• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ship's Primary and Auxiliary Sonar Systems.
• Commissioned to design and produce a secondary Command Seal.
• Awarded Meritorious Unit Commendation, Commander Submarine Squadron 17 (COMSUBRON 17) Tactical "T", Strategic "S", and Battle Efficiency "E" for 2006 and 2009.
• Noted for Leadership "Petty Officer Alvarez thrives in a fast-paced operational environment. He is the first to lend a helping hand to shipmates to ensure a cohesive team environment. The back-bone of any team, he often emerges as a team leader who gets work completed." Grilli, A. J. STSCS, USN
• Noted for Unmatched Initiative "he exceeds all qualification goals, seeks out and accepts the most challenging tasks and completes them with exceptional timeliness and quality." Grilli, A. J. STSCS, USN

Transient Personnel Unit (TPU) Puget Sound

Sonar Technician Submarines Petty Officer Second Class (Submarines) E-5

• Controlled building access and monitored personnel, equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues informing administration of repair needs.
• Completed rate conversion from Missile Technician to Sonar Technician.
• Awarded Letter of Appreciation noting "The reception was a significant undertaking and your timeliness and professionalism ensured all guests enjoyed the evening. Your diligence and personal involvement contributed to the receptions smooth coordination." French, W. D. Rear Admiral, USN

Naval Submarine Support Center (NSSC)

Submarine Readiness Squadron 31 (SUBREADRON 31)

Missile Technician Petty Officer Second Class (Submarines) E-5

• Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed administration of repair needs. Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations for Submarine Group 9's Refresher Training team (REFTRA).

USS Nebraska (SSBN-739) Blue Crew

Missile Technician Petty Officer Second Class (Submarines) E-5

Publications and Assistant Radiological Controls Petty Officers

• Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Trident II (D-5) Strategic Weapons System.
• Noted as Capable Manager "he meticulously maintains over 400 Standard Operating Procedure publications and supervised the entry of over 28 complex changes to these publications." Hiatt, M. R. MTC, USN

USS Nebraska (SSBN-739) Blue Crew

Missile Technician Petty Officer Third Class (Submarine Unqualified) E-4

Assistant Data Package Petty Officer

• Responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of the Trident II (D-5) Strategic Weapons System.
• Commissioned to design and produce extended Patrol 38 t-shirt.
• Awarded Commander Submarine Squadron 16 (CSS-16) Deck Seamanship "D".
• Noted for Teamwork "during an arduous refit in which the Gold Crew was severely undermanned, he volunteered to assist in the installation and testing of a complex alteration to the Strategic Weapons System." Osborn, M. A. MTC, USN

Trident Training Facility (TTF)

Missile Technician Petty Officer Third Class (Submarine Unqualified) E-4

• Developed and practiced study techniques to retain information and meet assignment objectives. Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning. Controlled building access, and monitored spaces and equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues, informing administration of repair needs.
• Noted for "Flawless handling of classified material." Brown, J. A. MTC, USN

Naval Submarine School (NSS)

Seaman E-3

• Designated as study group proctor, developed and practiced study techniques to retain information and meet assignment objectives. Controlled building access and monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed administration of repair needs.
• Graduate of Basic Enlisted Submarine School (BESS) with a score of 85.8% and was 10 of 43 students.

Recruit Training Command (RTC)

Seaman Apprentice E-2

• Balanced education and training in a complex social structure for personal and professional growth.
• Commissioned to design and produce divisional "battle" flag.
• Meritoriously advanced to the rank of E-3 (Seaman) for outstanding performance.

• Handled credit and debit card payment processing via POS system, and helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice to complete purchasing experience.

• Operated cash registers using POS system, processing sales and returns to itemize and total customer purchases. Including but not limited to checking prices, pulling products for customers and retrieving carts from returns and parking lots.