Jared Smoot
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate transitioning Surface Warfare Qualified Naval Officer. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and eager to secure a Project Management position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals through coordination and hard work.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Ship Handling Simulator Trainer
US NAVY
06.2023 - Current
- Oversees the execution of Naval Seamanship and Shiphandling sumulators, ensuring seamless user experiences for trainees.
- Delivers instructional presentations on navigation equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety.
- Trained and mentored 48 new Navy ENSIGN on basic seamanship and shiphandling in preparation for their arrival onboard their first US NAVY Ship assignments.
Department Head Student
US NAVY
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Studied, trained, and certified in the Tactical utilization of all shipboard weapon systems in offensive and defensive roles.
CNSL Training and Readiness Action Officer
US NAVY
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Communicated and exchanged information with peers and senior personnel regarding ship training status and certification events.
- Developed effective relationships with military, government civilian, and civilian stakeholders, fostering collaboration and information sharing up and down the chain of command.
- Leveraged subject matter expertise to provide guidance on best practices in training execution and schedule risk mitigation.
- Monitored progress and risk analysis on key initiatives, providing regular updates to leadership and adjusting strategies as needed.
- East coast point of contact for the pilot program Shipboard Training Readiness Management System (STRMS).
Assistant Chief Engineer
US NAVY
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and support for engineering department in watch station training and certification.
- Completed frequent safety inspections, identified concerns, and coordinated corrections.
- Worked closely with prime contractor, subcontractors, and internal manpower to establish relationships and develop risk mitigation to repair timelines.
- Collaborated with Chief Engineer in creating long range training plan to build team competency in support of engineering department certification events.
- Acted as liaison between ship's captain and shore personnel to maintain schedules and budgets and to operate ship safely and efficiently.
Division Officer
US NAVY
05.2015 - 01.2018
- Conducted assessment of department manning, training, equipment to support of risk assessment for supporting the Ship's mission.
- Trained and qualified as Officer of the Deck Underway, Combat Information Center Watch Officer, and Surface Warfare Officer on timeline.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to junior Officers and Enlisted in seamanship, maintenance, and watchstanding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics With Focus in Oceanography
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD05.2015
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Strategic Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Staff Management
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Development
- Resource Coordination
- Technical training
- Revenue Forecasting
- Schedule Management
Timeline
Ship Handling Simulator Trainer
US NAVY
06.2023 - Current
Department Head Student
US NAVY
01.2023 - 05.2023
CNSL Training and Readiness Action Officer
US NAVY
05.2020 - 12.2022
Assistant Chief Engineer
US NAVY
02.2018 - 04.2020
Division Officer
US NAVY
05.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Physics With Focus in Oceanography
United States Naval Academy