William Ashley
Lakeside,CA
Summary
Competent and experienced leader transitioning from military service. Seeking an opportunity to manage, supervise, and implement new capabilities, projects, and programs in Naval platforms. Primary qualification is 10 years as a senior to mid-level executive, to include 12 months as an afloat commanding officer, directly responsible for all aspects of US Navy surface operations, logistical support, engineering maintenance, and information technology management. Comfortable coordinating across multiple organizations and providing logical and timely information for decision making. One of only a few with first-hand, at-sea experience operating the newest US Navy Mine Warfare Mission Package.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Commanding Officer/Executive Officer
US Navy, USS Canberra (LCS 30)
2021.11 - Current
- Took delivery of a newly constructed US Navy warship, completing fleet acceptance criteria and establishing administrative and training requirements.
- Participated in first-ever international commissioning ceremony including media outlet interviews, senior government, foreign dignitary and industry leader interactions, and live broadcast performances.
- Tested US Navy's newest Mine Warfare capability on Littoral Combat Ships, perfecting procedures, minimizing operational risk, and identifying gaps. Only 1 of 2 crews/ships with this experience.
- Completed pilot Mine Warfare Crew Certification course utilizing Littoral Combat Ship Training Facility simulators to shape future US Navy mine warfare training.
Amphibious Operations Planner
US Navy, Commander Third Fleet
2020.02 - 2021.02
- Single-handedly developed three major fleet exercises involving numerous U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps ships, shore-based activities, and aircraft.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams during planning conferences across multiple branches of military services, government contractors, and civilian entities to align goals and ensure project success.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development.
Department Head
US Navy, Various Amphibious Ships
2014.04 - 2020.02
- Positions include Combat Systems Officer and Operations Officer. Department size ranged from 26 to 154 personnel.
- Supervised operation, maintenance, and upgrade to all major ship's weapons, communications gear, computers, and tactical warfighting systems.
- Planned all ship's evolutions, training events, operations, and testing requirements across multiple stakeholders and facilitated and delivered update briefings to senior leadership.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and success.
Division Officer
US Navy, Various Ships And Shore Activities
2005.08 - 2013.07
- Positions include ship's Navigator, combat team officer-in-charge, and recruiting area manager.
- Led crews from 10 to 80 personnel delivering high-quality results.
- Conducted regular evaluations of team performance, handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Planned, coordinated, and executed tactical movements of personnel and equipment in combat operations and tactics while deployed to Iraq.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Oceanography
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, CA06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Ocean And Earth Science
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA08.2005
Skills
- 19 years shipboard experience integrating new capabilities.
- Detail oriented project tracking to ensure target completion.
- Clear, concise communication.
- Teamwork and collaboration problem solving.
- Calm under pressure decision making.
- Fostering innovation, delegation and development.
Accomplishments
Various military awards, Joint Professional Military Education - Naval War College - Distinguished Graduate, Admiral Arleigh Burke Leadership award, City of Newport Leadership award, Sailor of the Year.
Timeline
Commanding Officer/Executive Officer
US Navy, USS Canberra (LCS 30)
2021.11 - Current
Amphibious Operations Planner
US Navy, Commander Third Fleet
2020.02 - 2021.02
Department Head
US Navy, Various Amphibious Ships
2014.04 - 2020.02
Division Officer
US Navy, Various Ships And Shore Activities
2005.08 - 2013.07
Master of Science - Physical Oceanography
Naval Postgraduate School
Bachelor of Science - Ocean And Earth Science
Old Dominion University
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