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    Staten Island resident recognized with U.S. Army's 3rd highest civilian award [Image 1 of 4]

    Staten Island resident recognized with U.S. Army's 3rd highest civilian award

    STATEN ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES

    03.19.2018

    Photo by Edward Loomis 

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers North Atlantic Division

    John O. Arntzen (left) received the U.S. Army's 3rd highest award for civilian employees from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers North Atlantic Division (USACE NAD) commander Brig. Gen. William H. Graham (right) at a ceremony conducted at Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, New York on March 19, 2018.

    Arntzen received the Superior Civilian Service Award. The award citation read: For invaluable contributions to the USACE Military Construction Program, while serving as a Senior Program Manager, North Atlantic Division, Military Integration Division (MID) from November 2004 to April 2018. John successfully executed the Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA) Schools Program, Department of Defense (DOD) Medical Program, and Army and Air Force 2005 Case Realignment and Closure construction programs. Under his exemplary leadership, he spearheaded the $1 billion Rhine Ordinance Barracks Medical Center, and execution of a $1.3 billion DODEA schools program; the largest school construction program in USACE. His professionalism, and selfless service reflect great credit on him, the North Atlantic Division, and the Department of Army.

    Arntzen earned a Bachelors of Science in Marine Engineering from the Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY, Class of 1979.

    Prior to joining federal service, he worked for 5 years in the private sector in the merchant shipping industry. He began his federal career with the U.S. Navy on August 28, 1984.

    Arntzen joined USACE NAD in December 1999 as a civilian mechanical engineer in the Technical Services Division working to solve complex military and civil works technical challenges.

    In November 2004, Arntzen joined MID where he excelled as a program manager supporting all U.S. Army, Air Force, and DOD military construction in the United States and Europe, was rapidly recognized for his abilities and promoted.

    Arntzen developed an effective communications strategy by engaging all program stakeholders resulting in the efficient resolution of complex programming and technical challenges. He often was the face of the MID in regional and national forums.

    Instrumental in development, training, and mentoring staff during his long and distinguished career, he is recognized throughout the Corps of Engineers as a leading expert in military construction and is highly respected by his colleagues and peers.

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    Date Taken: 03.19.2018
    Date Posted: 03.20.2018 13:50
    Photo ID: 4232180
    VIRIN: 180319-A-HZ560-001
    Resolution: 5184x3456
    Size: 5.53 MB
    Location: STATEN ISLAND, NY, US

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