Christopher Bybee
Canton,NC
Summary
Environmental science professional and retired U.S. Coast Guard Chief with more than 20 years of leadership experience in aquatic resource protection, fisheries enforcement, and environmental data collection. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with a concentration in Fish and Wildlife Management. Experienced in fisheries compliance inspections, water-quality monitoring, field data collection, and interagency coordination supporting conservation objectives. Proven record managing budgets, supervising multidisciplinary teams, and coordinating large-scale operational programs. Adept at translating field research and monitoring data into management decisions and regulatory reporting. Seeking to apply fisheries science training and extensive leadership experience to guide fisheries management and conservation programs in North Carolina’s mountain region.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Supervisor
Town of Waynesville
Waynesville, NC
01.2025 - Current
- Responsible for overall management of municipal fleet operations supporting public works and emergency services. Oversees personnel, budget administration, equipment maintenance programs, and operational readiness for a large and diverse fleet of assets.
- Manage a $1.2 million operational budget supporting fleet operations, equipment procurement, maintenance contracts, and facility management.
- Supervise the maintenance shop responsible for more than 450 municipal vehicles and equipment assets across multiple departments.
- Maintain 99% operational readiness of all vehicles and equipment through proactive management and maintenance oversight.
- Developed and implemented a preventative maintenance program for all fleet assets, improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime.
- Coordinate inspections, repair schedules, and asset lifecycle planning to ensure operational continuity and fiscal responsibility.
- Supervise technical personnel, manage workflow priorities, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
United States Coast Guard
01.2005 - 01.2025
- Served in multiple leadership and operational roles supporting maritime law enforcement, fisheries protection, environmental monitoring, and operational readiness missions. Responsible for supervising personnel, conducting inspections, coordinating multi-agency enforcement operations, and supporting fisheries conservation through compliance monitoring and field data collection.
- Conducted fisheries compliance inspections and boardings in coordination with federal and state wildlife agencies to enforce fisheries regulations and protect marine resources.
- Supported fisheries management and conservation objectives by collecting environmental and biological observations during patrols and documenting findings in technical reports used by regulatory agencies.
- Participated in joint enforcement and inspection operations with NOAA and state wildlife agencies, verifying compliance with fisheries regulations including catch limits and gear requirements.
- Led and supervised teams responsible for operational inspections, safety compliance, and maintenance of mission-critical systems during extended patrol operations.
- Managed operational logistics and asset readiness programs supporting patrol missions covering Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Arctic, and Caribbean waters.
- Collected and analyzed environmental data including water quality metrics such as temperature, salinity, and turbidity, supporting monitoring of aquatic ecosystems.
- Prepared technical documentation, inspection reports, and operational summaries used by command leadership and partner agencies.
- Supervised and mentored 25+ technical personnel, conducting performance evaluations, training programs, and leadership development initiatives.
- Administered operational budgets and maintenance programs while coordinating procurement and contract support for mission operations.
- Coordinated emergency response and environmental protection operations following established incident command procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science (Fish & Wildlife Management)
American Military University
Charles Town, WV01-2025
Undergraduate Certificate - Fish & Wildlife Management
American Military University
01-2025
Associate of Science - General Science
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN01-2009
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Skilled with project management & software
- Environmental Data Recording & Analysis
- Basic ArcGIS & GPS
- Budget Administration
- Conflict management
- Technical & Scientific Writing
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – July 2025
- Six Sigma Green Belt – Expected June2026
- National Society of Leadership & Success, 2024
Interests
Hiking, Environmental conservation, Hunting, Fishing, Skiing, Travel, Camping
Timeline
Fleet Supervisor
Town of Waynesville
01.2025 - Current
United States Coast Guard
01.2005 - 01.2025
Undergraduate Certificate - Fish & Wildlife Management
American Military University
Associate of Science - General Science
Vincennes University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science (Fish & Wildlife Management)
American Military University