Pasetto Taupau
Honolulu,USA
Summary
Results-driven Operations Specialist with expertise in managing large teams and complex projects under pressure. Led diverse teams to enhance mission readiness and improve operational efficiency. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and team training, ready to apply leadership experience in a civilian operations management role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Unpaid Caregiver
United States Navy
Honolulu, USA
04.2024 - Current
- Coordinated appointments, transportation, and daily support for elderly individuals with physical limitations to enhance their quality of life.
- Maintained detailed logs and coordinated schedules to promote safety and well-being of clients.
Human Resources Intern
Elgia Inc.
Honolulu, USA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Managed recruitment cycle, sourced candidates, conducted interviews, made job offers, and onboarded Elgia interns in Department of Defense Skillbridge Program.
- Assisted in recruiting processes by screening resumes and scheduling interviews.
- Supported onboarding activities by preparing new hire paperwork and orientation materials.
- Maintained employee records in HR software for compliance and data accuracy.
Operations Departement Senior Chief (Rank E8)
United States Navy
San Diego, USA
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed watch team of 345 personnel as senior enlisted watchbill coordinator, ensured operational compliance and mission readiness.
- Supervised 140 personnel across four divisions and five work centers in 24/7 operations.
- Directed large-scale operational teams to ensure seamless shipboard mission execution.
- Oversaw seven mission areas, monitoring readiness and coordinating rapid corrective actions.
- Maintained tactical awareness of surface contacts, threats, and engagements during combat operations as warfare coordinator.
- Executed maintenance and troubleshooting for critical ship systems to maintain uninterrupted mission capability.
- Delivered operational updates and readiness assessments to senior leadership, improving situational awareness and facilitating informed decision-making.
- Trained and developed sailors in key HR functions—onboarding, evaluations, awards processing, and career documentation—resulting in consistently error-free submissions and increased personnel readiness.
US Navy Training Specialist and Operations Scheduler (Rank E8)
United States Navy
Yokosuka, AP
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Oversaw training and assessment of surface warfare coordinator operations, planned harpoon engagements, search and rescue plotting, and global command/control systems database management.
- Supervised execution of 12 training events over 57 days, resulting in certifications for two ships.
- Conducted tactical and technical training exercises aboard ships in Japan to ensure operational readiness.
- Managed combat systems scheduling across 13 mission areas, facilitating execution of 129 events and 6,353 training hours.
- Led a team of 10-15 personnel in air surface strike and search/rescue missions.
- Arranged travel for 17 trainers during the pandemic to maintain continuous training support.
Assistant Operations Officer (Rank E8)
United States Navy
Apra Harbor, AP
11.2015 - 02.2019
- Acted as Interim Operations Officer for 7 months, effectively managing operations across 14 ships.
- Managed Maritime Prepositioning Ships Squadron operations and scheduling, overseeing 16 MSC vessels and coordinating with 32 O6 level Ship Masters to fulfill shipboard requirements.
- Owned accountability for 16 strategic sealift ships during deployment. Provided leadership, training, and mentorship for a team of 9.
- Planned and coordinated 25 ship inspections, 9 voyage repairs, and 3 maintenance events.
- Coordinated exercises for Navy vessels, improving training and readiness for stakeholders.
- Revamped command programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and standards.
- Participated in conferences for major Naval exercises (Balikatan, Talisman Saber, CARAT, Cobra Gold, etc.), highlighting squadron capabilities and ensuring successful execution of exercises through stakeholder coordination.
Education
Senior Enlisted Academy -
Newport, RI04-2022
Search and Rescue Ship Planning/Plotting -
Yokosuka, Japan05-2019
Navy Instructor Training -
Pearl Harbor, HI11-2012
Primary Leadership Development Program -
Mayport, FL02-2005
First Line Leadership Development Program -
Mayport, FL07-2003
Central Texas College Communication Skills -
Killeen, TX04-2001
Global Command and Control System Maritime Operator -
San Diego, CA03-2000
Operations Specialist A School Graduate -
Virginia Beach, VA12-1998
Skills
- Mission systems operations
- IT systems knowledge
- Data management
- Operational reporting tools
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- 24/7 Operations
- Watchstanding
- Project management
- Scheduling
- Strategic Planning
- Change Management
- Leadership and Team Development
- Training
- Conflict Resolution
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Situational analysis
- Scheduling
Core Competencies
- 24/7 Operations & Watchstanding
- Mission Systems Monitoring
- Troubleshooting & Escalation
- SOP Development & Documentation
- Leadership & Training
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Risk Identification & Mitigation
- IT Systems Familiarity (servers, networks, communications)
- Situational Reporting & Pass Down Logs
- Project Coordination & Scheduling
Security Clearance
Top Secret / SCI eligible (last held March 2024)
Awards
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Joint Service Commendation Medal
- Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal (4)
- Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (5)
- Korean Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medal
Job Related Training
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams
- Familiarity with mission systems, servers, routers, switches, and communications equipment
- Typing speed: 55 WPM
- Experience with data processing and operational reporting tools
Timeline
Unpaid Caregiver
United States Navy
04.2024 - Current
Human Resources Intern
Elgia Inc.
01.2024 - 04.2024
Operations Departement Senior Chief (Rank E8)
United States Navy
03.2021 - 03.2024
US Navy Training Specialist and Operations Scheduler (Rank E8)
United States Navy
02.2019 - 03.2021
Assistant Operations Officer (Rank E8)
United States Navy
11.2015 - 02.2019