John M. Norton
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic Administrator with over 20 years of comprehensive experience in naval administration, operations, and legal services. Proven problem-solving and management skills consistently deliver high-quality results on demanding projects within tight deadlines. Expertise in streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiency contributes to organizational success. Committed to leveraging extensive knowledge and skills to drive continuous improvement and achieve strategic objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Leading Chief Petty Officer
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
01.2013 - Current
- Led operational planning and execution for specialized missions within high-stakes environments.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team performance and operational readiness.
- Coordinated logistics for 230 personnel, ensuring timely deployment during critical operations.
- Mentored 13 junior personnel, fostering skill development and adherence to safety protocols.
- Analyzed mission outcomes to identify improvement areas, driving strategy adjustments for future deployments.
- Managed communication between teams, facilitating information flow during complex operations.
- Streamlined processes for mission preparation, reducing turnaround times while maintaining safety and confidentiality standards.
- Maintained strict security protocols while handling classified information, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Upheld the highest standards of professionalism while serving as a representative of the United States Navy at multiple Embassies abroad.
- Managed resources effectively to ensure optimal allocation of manpower, equipment, and funds for mission success.
- Supported mission planning and execution, contributing to team's overall success.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
Recruiting Manpower Analyst
Navy Personnel Command
11.2009 - 12.2012
- Analyzed manpower requirements to optimize personnel allocation across 26 Navy Recruiting Districts maintaing an overall manning rate of 83%.
- Developed comprehensive reports on staffing trends to support strategic decision-making processes.
- Managed data integrity within manpower management systems to ensure accurate personnel records.
- Conducted training sessions on manpower policies and procedures for new staff members, improving compliance rates.
- Facilitated data-driven decision-making by providing comprehensive manpower reports to senior leadership teams.
- Enhanced workforce productivity by analyzing manpower needs and recommending strategic staffing solutions.
- Pre-screened 800 resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Administrative Clerk
USS PREBLE (DDG-88), Department of the Navy
03.2006 - 11.2009
- Managed administrative tasks, ensuring efficient office operations and resource allocation.
- Processed documentation using Navy-specific systems, maintaining accuracy in records maintenance.
- Supervised junior clerks, providing mentorship and fostering professional development within the team.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous service while addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Reduced errors in data entry tasks by maintaining accurate records and utilizing verification methods.
- Balanced multiple roles to accomplish diverse tasks and make larger impact to organization.
- Streamlined administrative processes by implementing efficient filing and organizational systems.
- Managed legal document preparation and filing systems to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate case files and records to support legal proceedings.
- Managed multiple cases simultaneously while prioritizing tasks to meet strict deadlines effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Intelligence, Information And Operations
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ09-2027
Associate of Science - Management
Park University
Parkville, Missouri01-2012
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Team Training and Development
- Manpower Analytics
- Correspondence drafting and review
- Strategic Operations Management
- Operational planning
- Personnel management
- Project management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Mission planning
Gallup Strengths
Discipline | Includer | Harmony | Consistency | Relator
Certification
- United States Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship - Office Manager/Administrative Services
- United States Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship – Legal Secretary (Clerical)
Timeline
Administrative Leading Chief Petty Officer
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
01.2013 - Current
Recruiting Manpower Analyst
Navy Personnel Command
11.2009 - 12.2012
Administrative Clerk
USS PREBLE (DDG-88), Department of the Navy
03.2006 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Intelligence, Information And Operations
University of Arizona
Associate of Science - Management
Park University