Joseph Orr
Norfolk
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong commitment to adapting swiftly to new challenges. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving skills and a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Focused on enhancing team performance and driving positive outcomes. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mariner Skills Training Center Atlantic Instructor
US Navy
Norfolk
07.2024 - Current
- Trained newly commissioned, unqualified Surface Warfare Officers in Seamanship and Navigation before their first duty station.
- Facilitated the understanding of advanced content for students in both physical and simulated environments, leading to successful attainment of three U.S. Coast Guard STCW Certifications.
- Managed classrooms of up to thirty students at a time throughout a six-week course of instruction, collecting administrative information, and providing all students with the necessary documentation upon departure from the course.
- Ensured seamless assignment of instructors to both classroom and simulator sessions to provide for administration of required material.
- Manage yearly evaluation of all Surface Warfare School Command East's supplementary duties.
2nd Tour Division Officer, Damage Control Assist.
US Navy
Jacksonville
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed comprehensive administrative records and instructed more than 300 Sailors on Damage Control response aboard USS FARRAGUT.
- Ensured ship-wide battle readiness by implementing an intensive daily drill program incorporating the entire ship's crew.
- Coordinated the enhancement efforts for major machinery, supporting operational reliability of a $1 billion U.S. national asset.
- Coordinated assignment of over 300 crew members to watch stations under all readiness conditions.
- Guided over 20 new Naval Officers in mastering mariner skills during sea operations as Officer of the Deck.
1st Tour Division Officer, Gunnery Officer
US Navy
Jacksonville
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Managed the progression of USS FARRAGUT through maintenance to advance preparation for deployment.
- Managed the maintenance plan for shipboard weapons systems, ensuring rapid restoration of any degraded equipment.
- Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
- Provided leadership and guidance to staff of up to 25 personnel.
- Managed relationships between upper management, subordinates and outside parties involved in projects undertaken by the division.
- Maintained accurate records related to personnel assignments, project milestones and budgetary information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis05-2019
Skills
- Leadership development
- Operational planning
- Team coordination
- Risk assessment
- Effective communication
- Multitasking
- Professionalism
- Time management
- Team building
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Surface Warfare Officer, 1110 designator
- USCG STCW Code Sections A-1/12 and B-1/12
Accomplishments
- 2x Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Awards
- Coast Guard Special Operations Service Medal
- Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal
- 2x Sea Service Medal
- GWOT and GWOT-E Medals
- National Service Medal
- Humanitarian Assistance Medal
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Limited
Affiliations
Currently enrolled in the Joint Professional Military Education Program through the Naval War College, to be completed March 2025. Enjoy fishing, videogaming, music, golfing, football, and boating. Thoroughly enjoy being a Surface Warfare Officer, have committed to the Navy by signing my next contract to act as a Department Head through what will be minimum twelve years of service.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mariner Skills Training Center Atlantic Instructor
US Navy
07.2024 - Current
2nd Tour Division Officer, Damage Control Assist.
US Navy
02.2022 - 05.2024
1st Tour Division Officer, Gunnery Officer
US Navy
05.2019 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - History
United States Naval Academy
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