Dean Jensen

About Dean Jensen

I’m a career Naval Officer, educator, and community leader with over 15 years of experience in strategic operations, emergency management, and leadership development. Currently serving as an NROTC Instructor, I have the privilege of mentoring the next generation of naval officers while promoting academic success, ethical leadership, and public service.I hold a B.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management and am currently pursuing an M.S. in Space Operations from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. My professional journey spans complex operations at sea, building management, antiterrorism coordination, and now higher education—all driven by a commitment to service, learning, and results.I bring a strong belief in servant leadership, clear communication, and institutional accountability—principles that guide my work both in uniform and in my local community.Whether I’m managing a shipboard crisis or shaping future leaders in the classroom, I aim to bring integrity, clarity, and a mission-focused mindset to every role I take on.

Experience

1. Assistant Professor of Naval Science

   US Navy

   Nov 2024 — Present

   Officer in Charge for Charlie Company at Hampton University and Christopher Newport University as well as Foxtrot Company at the College of William and Mary

Education

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Master, Space Operations

• Grand Canyon University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Public Safety and Emergency Management