Military Officer Accomplishments
My mother often repeated these words to me: “You will grow up to be a man, Joe, and there are three very important things I want you to always remember—work hard, be respectful, and stay teachable!” These words continue to inspire and guide me through my experiences. While fixing faulty radios and damaged radars as an electronics technician over the past 10 years, I have realized that my real passion is working to find solutions to problems, not repairing broken equipment. I believe that the Civil Engineer Corps is the best fit for my talents as a technician, my experience as a technical leader, and my dedication to constant improvement. I look forward to strengthening the United States Navy and advancing my field as a naval officer.
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During my most recent deployment, I realized I would thrive and excel in a more mentally demanding work environment. I was deployed to West Africa with a small task unit that consisted of a Task Unit CDR (LCDR), a Special Operations Forces Liaison Element OIC (LT), an Intelligence Officer (LT), and me in the role of the communicator. I was charged with learning and performing the duties of the missing operations officer. I took on that role while continuing to maintain all the equipment I was responsible for. This assignment offered me an in-depth look at three different types of officers, the work they were required to do, and the decisions they had to make. I was intrigued. My desire for continual growth, coupled with the encouragement of these officers, rekindled my long-standing goal of becoming a Naval Officer. Working with these men showed me that, although I still have a great deal to learn, becoming a naval officer is a goal I know I can and will achieve.
“Every accomplishment begins with the decision to try” President John F. Kennedy. I have really been preparing to be a naval officer since my first ship. I have proven myself as a leader among my peers, and I am confident that I am ready to increase my level of responsibility. If selected into the Civil Engineering Corp, and given the designator 5100, I pledge to continue to work hard, give and earn respect, never stop learning, and serve my country with Honor, courage and commitment. Thank you for your
Who I …show more content…
During my most recent deployment, I realized I would thrive and excel in a more mentally demanding work environment. I was deployed to West Africa with a small task unit that consisted of a Task Unit CDR (LCDR), a Special Operations Forces Liaison Element OIC (LT), an Intelligence Officer (LT), and me in the role of the communicator. I was charged with learning and performing the duties of the missing operations officer. I took on that role while continuing to maintain all the equipment I was responsible for. This assignment offered me an in-depth look at three different types of officers, the work they were required to do, and the decisions they had to make. I was intrigued. My desire for continual growth, coupled with the encouragement of these officers, rekindled my long-standing goal of becoming a Naval Officer. Working with these men showed me that, although I still have a great deal to learn, becoming a naval officer is a goal I know I can and will achieve.
“Every accomplishment begins with the decision to try” President John F. Kennedy. I have really been preparing to be a naval officer since my first ship. I have proven myself as a leader among my peers, and I am confident that I am ready to increase my level of responsibility. If selected into the Civil Engineering Corp, and given the designator 5100, I pledge to continue to work hard, give and earn respect, never stop learning, and serve my country with Honor, courage and commitment. Thank you for your