NORFOLK, VA (NewsDakota.com) – A 2014 Wyndmere Public School High School graduate and Wyndmere, North Dakota native is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan.

Elizabeth Henderson is a yeoman aboard the Wasp-class ship operating out of Norfolk, Virginia. A yeoman is responsible for administrative responsibilities for all sailors aboard the ship.

“I like that I am able to talk to the captain,” said Henderson. “I also like that my job is customer service-oriented.”

Bataan, one of the largest of all amphibious warfare ships, resembles a small aircraft carrier. It is equipped with a mix of helicopters and attack aircraft, launchers and machine guns and an extensive medical facility with 600 hospital beds.

“I have the best job in the entire world,” says Capt. J.C. Carter, commanding officer of the USS Bataan. “Every day, I get to work the best young Americans that our country has to offer! They have endured long deployments and they have engaged the enemy successfully! It is an honor to serve alongside the next greatest generation!”

Approximately 70 officers and 1000 enlisted men and women make up the ship’s company. Their jobs are highly specialized and keep each part of the amphibious assault ship running smoothly. The jobs range from washing dishes and preparing meals to maintaining engines and handling weaponry.

“I like the people aboard the ship,” said Henderson. “Everyone is very nice. It makes the job much more enjoyable!”