Eric Gaines
Nashville
Summary
Accomplished Senior Chief Petty Officer with extensive leadership experience in managing personnel and administrative operations. Successfully maintained high standards of record management and security while leading teams through complex scenarios. Recognized for implementing cost-effective measures within a $500K budget, driving operational efficiency and mission success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Admin Assistant 1
TN Dept of Correction
Nashville
12.2025 - Current
- Provided administrative support to staff, enhancing workflow efficiency throughout the office.
- Assisted in preparing reports and documents for departmental reviews and audits.
- Implemented office procedures to improve clerical processes within the department.
- Collaborated with team members on various projects to streamline operations effectively.
- Maintained and organized filing systems for confidential inmate records and documents.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Senior Chief Petty Officer, Administrative Officer
United States Navy, Yeoman
11.2001 - 09.2025
- Earned numerous commendations for exceptional leadership and dedication to duty during high-stress situations or deployments.
- Streamlined administrative requirements, maintained accurate records, and submitted operational reports to support mission objectives.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Managed numerous teams of administrative personnel, successfully delegating tasks and ensuring timely completion.
- Managed administrative tasks for personnel records and documentation.
- Maintained strict security protocols while handling PII and classified information, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Assisted in the recruitment and retention of qualified personnel, ensuring a strong foundation for continued success within the Navy.
- Conducted advanced technical training for peers, elevating team's overall skill level and operational effectiveness.
- Managed multiple teams of administrative personnel, ensuring effective task delegation and timely completion. of administrative personnel, successfully delegating tasks and ensuring timely completion.
- Upheld the highest standards of professionalism while serving as a representative of the United States Navy both domestically and abroad.
- Received a Navy Commendation Medal as a submarine Diving Officer of the Watch, leading more than 12 ship control crews; for more than 500,000 miles of underwater transition, including piercing the ice at the North Pole.
- Demonstrated expertise in submarine operations, contributing to mission success and strategic readiness., helping lead the two different submarines to receiving the Battle "E" award, an award given to the most efficient submarine in the area.
- Oversaw personnel records and documentation processes, ensuring compliance with Navy standards and regulations.
- Organized training schedules and maintained personnel readiness.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resource Management
Regent University
07-2026
Military Eduction And Training
Skills
- Microsoft Word Software Proficiency
- Office Administration
- Team Collaboration
- Clerical Support
- Telephone etiquette
- 75 WPM typing
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Effective communication
- Customer Service
- Cultural Awareness
- Document Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- First Aid/CPR
- Crew leadership
- Defense management
- 75 WPM typing
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Recieved two Navy Commendation Medals for Submarine and Administrative support.
- Recieved Six Navy Acheievement Medals as the #1 Ranked Administrative officer in the Kings Bay, Ga. Area.
- Recieved five Good Conduct Medals for outstanding conduct home and abroad.
- Recived the Afghanistant Campain Medal for outstanding success during OPERATION EDNURING FREEDOM
- Recieved two Joint Commendation Medals for volunteer service in Iraq and Yemen
- Mentored and leding eight junior Sailors to the rank of Chief Petty Officer in a span of two years.
Timeline
Admin Assistant 1
TN Dept of Correction
12.2025 - Current
Senior Chief Petty Officer, Administrative Officer
United States Navy, Yeoman
11.2001 - 09.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resource Management
Regent University
Military Eduction And Training