Religious Program Specialist (RP) Evals
** ENERGETIC AND HARD CHARGING RP! **
- ALL NAVY/USMC AMBASSADOR. Led 104 Marines through the collection and distribution of 46K lbs of food and 48K diapers enabling the care of 5K military families across Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton (MCAS) and Marine Air Craft Group 39. Mentored 17 Marines regarding spiritual readiness, ethical leadership, and military history resulting in heightened level of knowledge and professionalism across MCAS.
- DETAIL ORIENTED. RP2 positioned himself to support the delivery of care individually and programmatically resulting in a balance of faith group specific religious requirements, managing facilities, volunteers, and resources for 1,300 Service Members and their families. Additionally, trained two Sailors and three sub-account representatives on policy and standard operating procedures for the Marine Corps Base CRP Religious Offering Fund facilitating multiple disbursements and deposits across two chapel programs with four congregations managing a balance of $43,065.70.
RSCA 3.98
* A PROVEN PERFORMER WITH THE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE TO SUCCEED AS A FIRST CLASS *
** RP2's EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE MAKE HIM A VALUABLE MEMBER OF MCIWEST **
- DEDICATED MANAGER. Supported 12 personnel in executing the Command Religious Program in alignment with Professional Naval Chaplaincy. His efforts saw excellent facilitation of 390+ religious ministry events in support of three faith communities enabling the opportunity for heightened spiritual readiness for 10,155 Service Members and families. Led 30 volunteers over multiple events in facility and grounds maintenance saving the DoD $70,083.
- COMMAND IMPACT. Trained, and supervised five proctors in the execution of 10 PRTs and 20 BCAs for 20 personnel, resulting in a 100% pass rate. Recorded PFA records across nine UICs, ensuring compliance and fitness leadership for 49 Sailors resulting in three reenlistments, two SRBs, and six PCSs. Supported 30 volunteers in the execution of CPEN Vacation Bible School, impacting 100 personnel and enhancing Commanding General's CPEN Family Readiness intent.
- TECHNICAL EXPERT. Reconciled 64 collections ISO three ROF sub-accounts totaling $22K. Curated 27 disbursements totaling $10K, supporting four congregations and local charitable organizations. Meticulous management of CMD ROF saw zero discrepancies in the most recent G8 audit.
RSCA: 3.98.
* RP2 EXHIBITS GREAT PROMISE IN EVERY SENSE. RECOMMENDED FOR INCREASED RESPONSIBILITY. *
***DECK PLATE LEADER HEAD AND SHOULDERS ABOVE HER PEERS***
-21ST CENTURY LEADER. Highly valued Religious Ministries Team member by CPOs/LPOs for her deck-plate visits to 150+ workspaces for 5,000+ Sailors as a conduit for chaplain ministry and to provide mentorship. Conducted base INDOC and Navy Pride & Professionalism training for all new personnel. Actively involved in FCPOA and CPO365.
-PROFESSIONALLY FOCUSED. Superbly operated a $175k budget for contractor payroll, supplies/equipment, and travel ensuring the chapel/staff were properly equipped to meet mission requirements. Flawlessly passed five Religious Offering Fund audits; managed $80k+ in non-appropriated funds ensuring all constituents a free exercise of religion and fellowship. Expertly managed chapel spaces overseeing a complex schedule - 684 events (e.g. memorials, weddings, retirements, command briefs) for all tenant commands.
-COMMAND IMPACT. Led three base-wide food drives to meet CNRNW goals in collecting 8,000+ lbs of food for local food banks. Enhanced Morale and promoted improved community relations, she coordinated 8 trail hikes with 213 volunteers to provide a total of 1600+ volunteer hours in essential trail maintenance for the Washington Trails Association
***EXEMPLIFIES THE CORE CALUES! PROMOTE TO CHIEF AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!***
*** MY #1 OF 8 HIGH COMPETITIVE FIRST CLASS PETTY OFFICERS! ***
*** HIGHLY MOTIVATED, LOYAL, AND READY FOR ANCHORS NOW! ***
- SUPERB LEADER. LPO of 3 Sailors, his technical expertise, weekly training plan, and mentorship resulted in 66% Departmental advancement, 3-USMAP certs, 1-JSOQ, and 7-NRTC completions. As Staff SPC, he was directly responsible for getting 25 Regional SPC's, Ombudsman's, & AOR Chaplain's qualified as trainers in Applied Intervention Skills Training. As CCC, he conducted 16 CDB's, 2-re-enlistments, 2-retirements, & 3 C-Way APPS.
- SKILLED MANAGER. Created 159 funding documents in support of 175 CREDO retreats/workshops across 10 installations, 7 Countries, & 3 continents for 7,196 personnel. This resulted in meeting the Commander's intent of 100% budget execution ($1.5 million) & enhancing the resiliency of the Fleet, Fighter & Family.
- FORCE MULTIPLIER. Instrumental in procurement of $30K worth of Religious Ministry Supply for NATO's newest Base (Poland). Conducted 110 hours of in-rate TRNG, PO3/PO2 SEL & GMT TRNG to 140 Sailors. As President of the FCPOA he led 62 area FCPO's in 18 events which raising $10.5K to support 15 community local functions. Planned and led 5 CPO 365 training session. Served as board Member for 4-JSOQ boards. Hand selected to spearhead ADM Howard's, Commander CNE-CAN-C6F 'Coin Design Challenge'.
***TOP NOTCH SAILORIZATION - HIGHLY EFFECTIVE LEADER - PROMOTE TO CPO IMMEDIATELY!***
COMMAND ASSET. As LPO, flawlessly managed the Command Religious Program that executed 60 religious events, 130 trainings and briefs for over 3,739 personnel. Managed 100% of confidential counseling for 183 Sailors and 29 religious accommodation waivers providing much needed support to 71 tenant commands and the 10,000 Sailors aboard base.
TECHINCAL EXPERT. Superbly operated an OPTAR budget of over $71k for contractors payroll, supplies and equipment, and travel ensuring the chapel staff were properly equipped to meet mission requirements. Successfully closed FY21 with 100% obligation and zero discrepancies.
***MEETS EVERY CHALLENGE AND HAS NO CEILING. SHE HAS MY STRONGEST RECOMMENDATION FOR ADVANCEMENT***
***MY #5 OF 82 OUTSTANDING PO2s. IMPACTS MY COMMAND WITH AMAZING RESULTS***
***HIS TIME HAS COME! SELECT HIM FOR FIRST CLASS PETTY OFFICER NOW!***
- MOTIVATING LEADER. Increased Religious Ministries through COVID-19 related Sailor Care, he coordinated 20 DRC counsultations for 34 sailors and led 3 SafeTALK workshops for 24 Sailors. He facilitated 162 ROM calls and a COVID-Stress Management virtual counseling for 412 Sailors and Marines, increasing mental health and suicide awareness.
- READINESS DRIVER. As ATTT Cadre, contributed to a 96% for AT/FP A-1. Led two work centers as WCS during the ship's first 3M certification yielding an average score of 99.5%, directly contributing to the command's overall score of 93.23%. An inaugural member of SNOOPIE/VI team, trained three sailors in intel collection and processing, and supported 40 VI events resulting in 99% certification for Intelligence Warfare.
- PASSIONATE LEADER. Led PORTLAND to raise $8,946.00 for NMCRS Active Duty Fund Drive. Revamped Command INDOC, resulting in 20 Sailors obtaining watchstanding qualification. He initiated the Quality of Life program, utilized by TRIAD in improving Command climate.
RP2 exceeds every standard and has proven himself to be the best amphibious RP in the Navy.
*** FULLY AND BEST QUALIFIED! PRESS 100 AND FAST TRACK TO FCPO! ***
**A LEADER WITH THE RESILIENT ATTITUDE, KNOWLEDGE, AND DRIVE OF A SEASONED 1ST CLASS**
ENGAGED LEADER. Flawlessly managed the Command Religious Program that executed 23 religious events, provided 100% confidential counseling for 450 Sailors and embarked Marines. Additionally, he revamped ship's library program by tracking and managing 1,263 books and publications resulting in a diverse and abundant reading material.
COMMAND IMPACT. Led Command's SNOOPIE Team and Visual Information Response Team. Employed a team of 6 watchstanders composed of 36 operational scenarios collecting vital information for air, surface, and subsurface threats. His keen eye for maintaining an accurate maritime picture was critical for covertly identifying Vessels of Interest resulting in 98% passing rate for Visual Information and SNOOPIE events that met and exceeded ISIC requirements. Led two WC that completed 202 maintenance checks, 52 spot checks and 35 inspected line items aiding in the Command's preparation for INSURV.
EXCEPTIONAL TRAINER. As ATTT member, trained 12 reaction force members and 45 Sailors within the command on the basics of sentry, tactical maneuvers and PPRs while maintaining command's AT/FP posture above expectations, qualified four junior Sailors 3M WCS. Moreover, trained over 35 hours of SAFETALK that provided 103 Sailors with suicide intervention skills. BLK 20: Member failed 19-1 PFA cycle. PSG RSCA 3.85
*** PUTS MISSION, UNIT, SHIPMATES FIRST! SELECT NOW TO PO1***
Religious Program Specialist First Class distinguished himself through enthusiastic and extraordinary meritorious service as ESG-7 Task Force RP. His professional achievement and inspirational leadership were invaluable to the unit during the deployment.
He leaned forward to provide religious support to ESG 7 and subordinates, to include six L-Class ships, four MCMs, HM-14, HSC-25 and NBU-7. Reached out to Sailors and Marines in Sasebo, Yokose, and Okinawa to provide exceptional religious support to those in need. He provided mentorship and training to 12 Religious Program Specialists and Lay Leaders, visited 600 work centers hosting 5,000 personnel, and offered 15 indoctrination briefings. His sterling reputation for sensitivity and confidentiality caused him to be personally sought out by Sailors throughout the Task Force for his advice.
He hosted the 7th Fleet Chaplain and facilitated training for 9 Chaplains and 10 Religious Program Specialists of the Sasebo fleet and shore RMTs including CFAS, USS AMERICA, USS GREEN BAY, USS NEW ORLEANS, USS ASHLAND, and USS GERMANTOWN.
He managed weekly consolidated reports and briefed the CTF-76 Commander and C7F Chaplain which contributed to the monthly Tone of Force reports briefed to COMSURPAC on counseling trends.
He spearheaded 20 COMRELs involving over 2,000 Sailors and officers for the City of Sasebo to enhance the relationship between U.S. Forces and the host nation. He multiplied Sailors contributions in serving the Sasebo community by adopting two elementary schools, two Kindergartens and four orphanages for 2,200 Japanese children and staff. His leadership and multi-tasking enabled 160 children to receive presents for the holidays.
He assisted the Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Chaplain in the inspection of the Command Religious Programs and training for 9 commands including 4 Religious Ministry Teams of ARG ships resulting in 100% completion of training.
He conducted the Religious Needs Assessment for 7 commands with 100% participation and created a powerpoint brief with graphs for the the Commanding Officer to have a reference to the religious needs of all Sailors at their command.
He arranged 66 religious services ensuring 1,100 people had weekly access to spiritual support. He efficiently managed over 2,400 morale care packages, ensuring snacks and personal hygiene products were distributed to 4 locations. He coordinated 19 Religious Ministry Team battlefield movements throughout Helmand Province, safegarding the chaplain for 15 days outside the wire in an arduous combat environment.
Her coordination of many events, including training, outreach, and worship services, greatly impacted morale and comradery on base. She successfully led 7 audits with zero discrepancies and donated over $10,000 dollars to non-profit organizations within the community using the Religious Offering Fund account.
Maintained Navy Chapels on two different bases, allowing for the flawless operation of over 1,000 religious services. As Leading Petty Officer, he mentored and led over 40 joint personnel, handling the stresses of a constant rotation of temporarily assigned duty personnel and a rotating staff.
He strategically crafted a Regiment-wide hip-pocket education program for over 4,000 personnel using small unit training and initiatives performed by 4 battalion chaplains and 5 religious program specialists to directly support the unit Commander's Force Preservation programs.
During a critical manning shortfall, he assumed responsibility for the recruit convalescent unit in addition to his three assigned recruit barracks and arranged three chaplain PCS transfers, two chaplain IA deployments, and one chaplain's hospitalization and convalescent leave.
In total, he counseled more than 700 troubled recruits from the recruit convalescent unit and dive motivator divisions motivating them to complete their training.
As the only Religious Program Specialist supporting over 2,600 personnel, Chief Sims served as the sole Command Religious Program representive for over 180 days without a Command Chaplain.
As command suicide prevention coordinator he provided monthly reports to the commanding officer to identify trends from the data collected and incorporated the Navy's peer to peer training into his core values briefs.
RP1 Smith stepped up in the absense of a Command Chaplain and provided support to the HSM wing Staff and squadrons and assisted in the logistical support to one wing squadron during a tragic incident that required ministry support.
Displaying outstanding leadership, proficiency and pastoral care, Chief Parker established a strong foundation of professional chaplaincy ministry and service to thousands of students, staff, and family members, which will benefit the navy for years to come.
He was directly involved in the creation and organization of memorial services for over 100 military and family members.
She collaborated with the senior watch officer and head of the mental health department to revise the suicide response matrix which resulted in better training for recruits and staff during safety stand downs and helped ensure zero suicides during her tenure.