In addition to his civilian professions as hospital security and a health fitness specialist, Petty Officer 2nd Class David Hurley has committed to serving our nation as a Yeoman in the U.S. Navy Reserve assigned to Navy Operational Support Center Lehigh Valley.
Hurley’s service includes four years of active duty and a two-year deployment to Iraq with the Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center (ECRC). Prior to leaving active duty in 2010 he also worked under General David H. Petraeus when he commanded U.S. Central Command.
Hurley graduated from Daniel Boone High School in Birdsboro, Pa., in 2006 and later went on to graduate from Penn State University in 2014 with a B.S. in Kinesiology. The skills he gains while serving in the Navy Reserve give him the tools to succeed in the multiple ventures he undertakes.
“The Navy Reserve has allowed me to continue to serve my country post-active duty, while still allowing me to live and enjoy a civilian lifestyle,” said Hurley. “It has also allowed me to utilize my skills and experiences of both active and reserve duty in the civilian world, which in return has allowed me to share my story and experiences with those around me, inspiring them to do what it takes to reach their dreams and ambitions.”
Opportunity and experience from the Navy has had a direct impact on Hurley’s pursuit of education. “I chose to join the Navy Reserves because once I completed my active duty commitment, I wanted to enhance both my civilian and naval careers even further by attending school full time while still serving my country.” Further, Hurley accomplished a first for his family. “The Navy Reserves allowed me to fulfill multiple commitments that I promised myself at an early age I would complete throughout my life. One was to do something with my life that is extraordinary, such as serving my country in the Navy, and to be the first person in my family to obtain a degree.”
While he acknowledges tomorrow’s Navy continues on a dynamic assent, Hurley says some things stay the same. “I have witnessed and experienced the change in many rules and regulations, but one thing has stayed constant – the pride and professionalism of our Sailors in carrying out the Navy Core Values: Honor, Courage, and Commitment.”
Vice Admiral Braun, Chief of the Navy Reserve, is proud to lead such a talented and dedicated group of Sailors. “The commitment of our talented Sailors to the Navy, their shipmates and their community is truly inspirational,” said Braun. “Their continued dedicated service in support of the Navy, Marine Corps and Joint Force lends credence to our motto: ‘Ready Now. Anytime, Anywhere.'”
March 3, 2015, marks 100 years of the United States Navy Reserve. Throughout the year, Navy Reserve units will be celebrating the accomplishments of Reserve Sailors past and present. Find out more about the celebration athttp://navyreservecentennial.com/.
