Leadership

Captain José G. Hernández

Commanding Officer, Center for Service Support

Capt. José G. Hernández, a native of Brooklyn, New York, holds a bachelor’s degree in Natural Science from Dowling College and a master’s in Human Resource Management from Troy University. He earned his commission through Officer Candidate School in October 1996.

Patrick McLean

Executive Director, Center for Service Support

Mr. Patrick L. McLean joined civil service in 1996 after retiring from the U.S. Navy as a supply corps officer. Today, he serves as the executive director for the Center for Service Support (CSS) at Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island.

Command Master Chief Jennifer M. Newman

Command Master Chief, Center for Service Support

Command Master Chief Jennifer Newman, a native of Syracuse, New York, enlisted in June 1996 and attended basic training at Recruit Training Command (RTC), Great Lakes, Illinois. She is a graduate of the United States Navy Senior Enlisted Academy and Command Master Chief/Chief of the Boat Course. She is qualified as an enlisted surface warfare specialist, enlisted expeditionary warfare specialist and a certified master training specialist. She holds a master’s degree in Human Resources Management from Webster University and bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from University of Maryland University College.