Timothy Rafter
Hollywood
Summary
Detail-oriented Compliance Officer dedicated to improving policies and procedures in all business areas. Hardworking and driven with quality-focused and proactive approach. Bringing 24 years of experience in boating safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Compliance Officer
United States Coast Guard Office Of Boating Safety
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted the production of safe recreational boats through education and direct communications with manufacturers, and other government agencies.
- Cultivated positive relationships with leaders in the boat manufacturing industry to update and develop new federal regulations to keep up with advances in technology.
- Identifies and resolves complex issues with boat builders arising from the $2M+ Compliance Inspection/Boat Testing Program contract encompassing 3,500+ manufacturers that impacts entire $25B recreational boating industry.
- Analyzed national boat accident data to recognize, investigate and take action on incidents related to non-compliance of federal regulations.
- Wrote detailed narrative reports for use in investigations.
Commanding Officer
Coast Guard Cutter TERRELL HORNE
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Commanding Officer of a United States Coast Guard 154 foot Fast Response Cutter responsible for Law Enforcement, Fisheries Enforcement, Search & Rescue and non-compliant vessel interdictions across Eastern Pacific including coast of Mexico covering 74 million square miles.
- Leads 25-member crew & all aspects of commandincluding operations, readiness, training, security, and material condition.
- Managed $250K budget & $40M+ property, public relations, & training.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
- Liaised with local, state, federal, and foreign countries regulatory agencies to interdict criminal activites.
First Lieutenant
Coast Guard Cutter HAMMILTON
08.2018 - 07.2020
- As Deck Watch Officer was the Commanding Officer’s direct representative for safe operations and navigation of the ship as well as the safety of the 140-person crew.
- Department Head responsible for cutter maintenance, rescue and survival equipment, and the training, administration, and professional development of 30 personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
American Military University
Online07.2024
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Risk Management Strategies
- Document Review
- Team player
- Expert boat operator
- Recrational Boat Manufacturing regulations expert
- Boating safety expert
- Problem solving
- Team leader
Affiliations
- American Boat and Yacht Council
- National Association of Boating Law Administrators
- National Marine Manufacturer's Association
Certification
- Certified Standards Advisor for the American Boat and Yacht Council
- Certified Boat Accident Investigator
- Certified Coast Guard Boarding Officer (Law Enforcement Officer)
- Certified Deck Watch Officer on four different classes of Coast Guard Cutters
Timeline
Safety Compliance Officer
United States Coast Guard Office Of Boating Safety
08.2022 - Current
Commanding Officer
Coast Guard Cutter TERRELL HORNE
07.2020 - 07.2022
First Lieutenant
Coast Guard Cutter HAMMILTON
08.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
American Military University
- Certified Standards Advisor for the American Boat and Yacht Council
- Certified Boat Accident Investigator
- Certified Coast Guard Boarding Officer (Law Enforcement Officer)
- Certified Deck Watch Officer on four different classes of Coast Guard Cutters
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