The Signature | May 25, 2023

In the Spotlight

Name: LSSN Leorhiza Jay An Vallite Command: NAVSUP FLCSI

Story and photos by Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Samayaah Smith

Assigned to Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella (FLCSI), Logistics Specialist Seaman Leorhiza Jay An Vallite is a twenty-two year old Sailor from Manila, Philippines. She joined the Navy June 14, 2022, to follow in her father’s footsteps, a prior Navy Sailor. In addition, she plans on seeing the world. “I find it fulfilling to serve my country,” said Vallite. “It means everything to me. It gives me a chance to better myself while protecting the ones I love.” Her father gave her an influential quote that she uses to accept challenges and adversity, “The biggest risk is not taking any risk.”

Although she hasn’t been able to travel yet, Vallite says she hopes to travel to Switzerland and France. Vallite has been a part of NAVSUP FLCSI for the past seven months. Her primary responsibility is working as a Command Personnel Pay Administrator (CPPA) for NAVSUP. Her duties include helping Sailors transfer and check-in from one command to another and update their service records. She has also been assigned to Naval Air Station Sigonella’s Auxiliary Security Force (ASF) to enhance base security.

“Vallite has been a stellar performer and all around help,” said Retail Specialist 1st Class Vanessa Silva, Vallite’s leading petty officer. “Her positive attitude

is nothing less than infectious. Junior and Senior Sailors alike can stand to have a Sailor like her on their team.”

“My favorite part of my job as a CPPA is helping Sailors make sure they are checked in, receiving the correct entitlements and making sure their records are current,” said Vallite. “My job is very rewarding, the skills I’ve developed: public speaking, organization and management, have benefited my life.”

In her free time she likes to go hiking, camping, play basketball and paint. She currently holds three associate degrees and plans to apply for tuition assistance once she has three years of service to complete her bachelor’s degree in business administration.

Vallite has said joining the Navy has been her proudest accomplishment. Reflecting on where she has come from to where she is now, she is extremely proud of herself. She has created meaningful relationships with her peers and leadership which she credits to her positivity and work ethic.

NAS Sigonella’s strategic location enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to deploy and respond as required, ensuring security and stability in Europe, Africa and Central Command.