James A. Probsdorfer is a Program Administrator at Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding in Newport News, Virginia.  Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, he is a retired U.S. Army combat arms officer enjoying a second career subcontracting the delivery of logistics products to US Navy Aircraft Carriers.  Jim has a BA degree from The Citadel, a MS degree from Bucknell University, and a PhD from Old Dominion University. 

Jim began his Rotary career in 1988 when he joined the Warwick (Newport News) Rotary Club.  Warwick Rotary was recognized as the “Best Club in District 7600” in 1994-1995, the year that Jim served as Club President.  He went on to serve five District Governors as ‘Membership Man’ and then received a nomination to serve as District Governor.  As the “Lead the Way” District Governor in 2006-2007, Jim was fortunate to host RI President Bill Boyd during his visit to the Jamestown 400^th Anniversary in May.  Jim is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow and Benefactor.  He was elected to serve District 7600 as a Council of Legislation representative in 2010.

In addition to his Rotary interest, Jim is an adjunct professor at Old Dominion University and Christopher Newport University, a board member on the local council of the Boy Scouts of America, a member of the Leadership Council of the Smart Beginnings of the Virginia Peninsula – early childhood learning initiative, and an instructor for the Junior Achievement Program.