Here we will introduce you to some of the Registered Adult Staff that are volunteering for the Desert Young Marines. If you have any questions for any of the Staff, please refer to desertyoungmarines@hotmail.com or you may call (623) 570-3154.
Michael Roach, Commanding Officer
Mr. Roach has been working with the Desert Young Marines for nearly 5 years. He started by being a helpful parent doing whatever was needed by the CO. Later he became involved as the Training Officer and when the previous CO had to step down due to work restraints, he was elected as the Commanding Officer. Mr. Roach's philosophy for the Unit is for the Young Marines to learn respect for others, know that there are other options than drugs and gangs, and to have fun while learning. Mr. Roach is a flight paramedic with Native Air Ambulance, a AeroMedical Company based in Arizona.
Executive Officer (X.O.) We currently do not have an X.O. at this time.
Adjutant We currently do not have an adjutant at this time.
Olivia Hernandez, Paymaster. Ms. Hernandez has been with the Unit for about 4 years. As the Paymaster, she manages the financial matters of the unit to include maintaining the budget as well as the Young Marine accounts. Ms. Hernandez currently works for Maricopa County.
Antoinette Gonzales, Training Coordinator. Ms. Gonzales has been with the Unit for about 5 years. Serving as the Training Coordinator, she planning, coordination and execution of Training in regards to Special Training as well as meeting the requirements for obtaining Ribbons and meeting the requirements for the Training Guidebooks. Ms. Gonzales currently is a Juvenile Probation Officer for Maricopa County.
Sylvia Avila, Attendance Officer. Ms. Avila has been with the Unit for about 5 1/2 years. Serving as the Attendance Officer, she maintains the records of attendance of all activities including Community Service, Special Training, regular drill meetings and fundraisers. Ms. Avila should be the first to contact if you are unable to attend a meeting or function. Also, you can aquire a Leave of Absence (LOA) from her for advance notice of an absence. She can be reached at (623) 691-9585.
