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MISSION/VISION STATEMENT
MILIUS Command Principles:
Lead - We will promote empowered leadership, fostering an environment of initiative, creativity, adaptability, rapid learning, collective action, and development. Lead and empower others to do the same!
Fight – We will fight for our ship, we will fight for each other, and we will be mission-focused to fight for success. We will overcome obstacles with laser-focused attention to detail to keep the ship ready at all times. We will passionately attack every challenge with the ultimate goal of victory.
Win – Small wins today lead to major victories tomorrow. We must always have a winning mindset. We will not only self-assess and identify problems, but we will concentrate on self-improvement for winning solutions that are enduring, encouraging progress and advancement. We will have a relentless pursuit of perfection, to WIN every time!

MILIUS Mentality

BE BRILLIANT – You don’t have to be the smartest in the room, but you should strive to be the hardest working. Work your boss out of a job, be proactive, and be the go-to Sailor that everyone trusts and knows will execute every time.
BE POSITIVE – Help to foster a work environment that is team-oriented and desirable for all.
BE INTENTIONAL - You choose how your day, your week, and your tour will go. It’s all a mindset. Choose a positive path that promotes learning and development.
BE BETTER TODAY THAN YESTERDAY – Do something every day that helps you develop personally and professionally. It doesn’t have to be major leaps. Focus on small incremental steps that will continue your progression to success.

HOOYAH TEAM MILIUS!

From the Commanding Officer, CDR Leif Gunderson:

On behalf of the officers and crew of USS MILIUS (DDG 69), I’d like to welcome you aboard. Your assignment to a destroyer indicates you are among the best in your field, and you are joining a team of dedicated and professional Sailors who truly take pride in MILIUS, the Navy, and the country.

The 19th Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer, MILIUS was commissioned in 1996. She is named in honor of a courageous naval aviator, CAPTAIN Paul L. Milius, who gave his life for his aircrew during combat action over Laos in 1968, giving us our motto of “Alii Prae Me” which translates to “Others before Self”.

The Arleigh Burke class of destroyer is a multi-mission platform built around the Aegis combat system and the SPY-1D multi-function phased array radar. MILIUS is highly capable in Anti-Air Warfare, Surface Warfare, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Ballistic Missile Defense, Maritime Interdiction Operations, Naval Surface Fire Support, and Humanitarian Aid, among others. MILIUS can operate with a Carrier Strike Group, as part of a Surface Action Group, or independently to execute a wide variety of missions in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

MILIUS is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. As 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, they routinely interact and operate with 35 maritime nations in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

For information about the command, you can view our homepage at www.milius.navy.mil, our Facebook page USS MILIUS (DDG 69) or contact our command ombudsman at email address milius.ombudsman@gmail.com.

We will be happy to assist you and provide additional information to help make your transition to MILIUS a positive one. Your sponsor is the critical link in getting information. You should be in regular contact with your sponsor prior to reporting to ensure we have your contact information and that you know the location of the ship. If you are still in need of a sponsor or have issues, contact our sponsor coordinator at csc@ddg69.navy.mil.

If you would like more information about the area, please do not hesitate to coordinate with your sponsor, our command sponsor coordinator at csc@ddg69.navy.mil or our command master chief at cmc@ddg69.navy.mil.

Congratulations on your orders to our great warship. I look forward to meeting you upon your arrival. Again, welcome aboard.

CDR Leif Gunderson

Welcome Aboard Information

OMBUDSMAN INFORMATION
            Name: Kayla Hurtado
            Phone: JP | 080.9578.7230
INTL | 011.8180.9578.7230
            Email: milius.ombudsman@gmail.com
            Social: Milius Ombudsman on Facebook

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is an Ombudsman?
Every Command has an Ombudsman who is a spouse of a sailor at the Command. The Ombudsman serves as the liaison between the command and the families. The Ombudsman is the point of contact for the families. He or she can assist families with navigating through Navy life through resources and information.

2. How can an Ombudsman help me?
Navy Family Ombudsmen are key resources for family members, particularly during deployments. Ombudsmen maintain current resource files with information on military and civilian community agencies that can help families solve a variety of problems, and successfully meet the challenges they face before, during, and after deployments. In addition to providing referral information, Ombudsmen can facilitate communication between the Command and family members. Ombudsmen may publish or contribute to command newsletters or maintain care lines, which have recorded messages with information for command families that can be accessed 24 hours a day. Ombudsmen can also assist families in contacting the Command for a variety of reasons.

3. What is the role of the COMNAVSURFPAC Force Ombudsman?
The Force Ombudsman provides oversight and guidance for all the Surface Ship's Ombudsmen in the Pacific Fleet Area of Responsibility. You can contact the Surface Forces Ombudsman at (619) 301-6983 or send an email to surfaceombudsman@gmail.com

4. What is an IA assignment or tour?
An IA is an Individual Augmentee. A Sailor may receive orders to go IA and this means that he or she will deploy as an Individual, not with their command. Sometimes an IA will deploy and be stationed with another branch of the Military. http://www.ia.navy.mil/

5. What is NFAAS?
Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System. This is how the Navy will track your family and assess your needs during an emergency. https://www.navyfamily.navy.mil

6. How can I find out more about medical, dental or Navy family resources?
Contact your Command Ombudsman. He or she will guide you to your resources.

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