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Marya Monroe

Chattanooga,Tennessee

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Summary

Retired U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer skilled in directing complex operational test programs and managing multimillion-dollar government contracts. Proven track record in enhancing departmental efficiency and delivering strategic results through effective leadership and meticulous project management and execution.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Operational Test Director / Project Manager

Operational Test and Evaluation Force (OPTEVFOR)

01.2023 - 06.2026

Directed multiple Department of the Navy operational test programs supporting senior Navy leadership.
Managed multiple operational test efforts, overseeing execution of a $1 million contractor support contract to ensure project success.
Led operational test planning and execution for military systems and equipment.
Managed multiple concurrent projects while ensuring deadlines are met within budget constraints.
Developed Statements of Work (SOWs), technical requirements, and operational documentation.
Coordinated cross-functional teams, facilitating alignment and communication to achieve project objectives.
Coordinated with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Developed test strategies aligning with program objectives and operational requirements.
Managed risk assessments to identify potential issues during testing phases.
Planned program meetings, technical reviews, executive briefings, and milestone reviews.
Prepared status reports, executive decision briefs, final reports, and lessons learned.
Briefed Captains and Senior Executive Service (SES) leaders.
Oversaw documentation of test procedures, results, and lessons learned for future reference.
Monitored performance metrics to assess system reliability, availability, scalability, maintainability, usability, and security.
Ensured the quality of deliverables by performing detailed reviews of test results.
Managed resources and schedules for multiple testing initiatives simultaneously.

Department Head / Surface Warfare Officer

United States Navy

11.2010 - 06.2026

Led organizations of more than 100 personnel responsible for operations, administration, training, maintenance, and mission readiness.
Planned and executed complex maritime operations.
Served as principal advisor to Commanding Officers.
Managed multimillion-dollar government equipment and resources.
Coordinated personnel, logistics, travel, and maintenance schedules to meet operational demands.
Prepared executive correspondence, reports, briefing packages, and decision papers.
Managed interdisciplinary teams to enhance collaboration.
Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel.
Directed operational strategies that increased departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
Managed personnel training programs to develop skills and compliance with regulations.
Implemented policy changes that enhanced department performance and service delivery.
Facilitated communication between senior leadership and staff on key initiatives.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects.
Oversaw day-to-day operations, including budgeting, personnel management and resource allocation.
Developed and implemented departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
Provided leadership during times of crisis or change in order to maintain productivity levels.

Education

Master of Science - Leadership & Strategic Planning

Naval War College

Newport, RI

05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Arizona State University

Tempe, AZ

05-2008