Samuel Smith
101 Western Avenue Albany, NY 12203 | (518) 323-9898 | ssmith@albany.edu
EDUCATION
University at Albany, State University of New York
Master of Science in Mathematics
Naval Nuclear Training
Completed graduate coursework in nuclear power and engineering
 Naval Nuclear Power School: Charleston, SC
 Prototype Training at Nuclear Power Training Unit: Ballston Spa, NY
o Graduated second in a class of 29
 Submarine Officer Basic Course: Groton, CT
University at Albany, State University of New York
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Full scholarship, Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
GPA: 3.82| Dean’s List: 4 semesters
Expected May 2012
May 2005-May 2006
May 2005
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
Commissioned Officer, US Navy
May 2005-May 2010
Shift Engineer and Instructor, Nuclear Power Training Unit
 Supervised a section of approximately 80 staff and students in a 24/7 rotation shift work schedule
 Trained recruits to operate nuclear reactors for engine room duty on nuclear powered submarines & aircraft carriers
 Directed crew through Operational Reactor Safeguards Examinations and trimester maintenance shutdown operations
Submarine Warfare Officer, U.S.S. Greeneville (SSN 772)
 Led 12-man ship’s control party and executed all ship operations as direct representative to captain
 Directed 10-man engine room watch team. Managed safe operation of ship’s nuclear power reactor
 Developed and implemented a method of tracking contacts in coordination with the sea trials escort vessel to improve
methods previously recommended on other ships.
 Personally overhauled the Ship's Safety Program, maintained flawless safety record while on board, and provided the
framework for a stagnated program to achieve success in maximizing crew safety.
ACTIVITIES
Membership Coordinator, UAlbany Veterans
Sep 2012-present
 Manage marketing materials and outreach efforts for the Veteran students to increase campus presence
 Increased club membership by 50% in one semester
 Assisted in development of Veteran’s week, organized to educate UAlbany students about veterans
 Participate in regular meetings related to the enhancement of student veterans’ involvement on campus
AWARDS
 Armed Forces Reserve Medal
 Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
 National Defense Service Medal
 Expert Rifle Qualification, 2nd Award
 Meritorious Mast, 2nd Award
 Who’s Who among American College and University Students
June 2010
Jan 2008
June 2007
May 2006
May 2006
April 2005
SPECIALTIES
Control Systems, Electrical Distribution, Power Generation, AC/DC Machines, Power Electronics, Systems Integration,
Lubrication, Hydraulics, Air Conditioning, Heat Management, Diesel Engines, Chemistry Control, Corrosion Prevention