Naval Careers
Rear Admiral Jose L. Betancourt
Jr.
“I chose the Navy for several reasons.
First, I was impressed with the professionalism of the recruiter who
contacted me with information regarding career opportunities in the
Navy. Second, I saw in the Navy unparalleled opportunities for gaining
leadership experience at an early age. Finally, I wanted the opportunity
to travel and to see the world. I have not been disappointed.”
By JO2 Brian D. Eckard,
CNRC Public Affairs Division
Since the day he began Officer Candidate School, Newport,
R.I., in 1972, Rear Admiral Jose L. Betancourt Jr. has experienced much,
both personally and professionally. Born in Mexico, he came to the United
States as a young child, and has seen the world serving America’s interests.
Betancourt has received exactly what he expected from
the Navy; great opportunity in exchange for dedicated service. “The
Navy met all my expectations,” he said. “I gained immensely from the
freedom given to me to perform as part of a team dedicated to one overarching
goal: deploying ships in the highest state of combat readiness in support
of U.S. interests.” He added, “I cannot think of any other profession
that offers the kind of professional challenges and opportunities for
growth the Navy offers.”
In addition to leadership experience, part of that growth
could be the educational level Betancourt has attained. A graduate of
Pan American University, Edinburgh, Texas, he also holds master’s degrees
from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, at Tufts University,
and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, Washington, D.C.
Betancourt, whose son, Richard, has now joined the Navy,
believes the Navy is the ultimate opportunity for goal-oriented young
Hispanic men and women. “No company in the world offers opportunities
for growth like the United States Navy,” he said. “We serve in a noble
profession, with very high standards. If you are looking for an opportunity
to embark on a career in which you never stop learning, where you will
work with exceptionally well trained young people, and where you have
the opportunity to learn and to broaden leadership, technical and professional
skills, then the Navy is the answer,” he added.
The Navy’s policy of forward presence around the world
not only helps ensure the freedom of democracy and America’s interests,
but also teaches sailors about the world around them, through direct
contact with different cultures. “I would hope that just knowing these
opportunities exist would encourage Hispanic men and women to consider
serving our country in my chosen profession,” said Betancourt.
Finally, Betancourt would leave fellow Hispanics, and
all young people, with this thought. “Ours is a Navy where we are judged
and promoted based exclusively upon our abilities as demonstrated daily
in locations in which we work around the world. Opportunities for promotions,
for increased responsibility and for growth are limitless,” he said.
“Very few organizations can guarantee this. We can.”
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