CHRISTOPHER A. G. PERRETT
Washington,DC
Summary
Experienced Maritime Policy Advisor with a strong background in conducting thorough research, crafting compelling proposals, and delivering engaging presentations on a wide range of issues. Proven expertise in public speaking, relationship-building, and effective communication developed through 15 years of dedicated service in the military, as well as in various legal and business roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Advisor to the Executive Director & 2024 Knauss Ocean Policy Fellow
United States Committee on the Marine Transportation System
Washington, DC
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to advance agency goals and policy priorities.
- Assisted in developing national guidance on munitions and explosives of concern in federal waters.
- Provided input into policy decisions and briefed principals on policy issues.
- Facilitated agency publication in the Federal Register (United States Federal Government gazette)
- Coordinated an interagency and industry tabletop exercise
- Represented the Agency at high-level intergovernmental meetings.
- Facilitated interagency policy group meetings
Research Attorney
Marine Affairs Institute, Roger Williams University School of Law
Bristol, Rhode Island
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Developed, edited and wrote white papers to support grant-funded projects for the Marine Affairs Institute and Rhode Island Sea Grant Legal Program. Projects are conducted to support ocean and coastal law and policy in Rhode Island, throughout the Northeast, and nationally.
- Conducted legal and policy research, met with government officials and other stakeholders, and created reports, outreach materials, and additional materials to carry out projects.
- Legal research was focused on offshore wind development in the Northeast United States, specifically local and federal regulations, and vessel liability.
Student Editor
Journal of Maritime Law and Commerce
Bristol, Rhode Island
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Researched, edited and proofread submissions to the Journal, including proper legal citations.
- Moderated the Journal's website, replied to enquiries, and researched topics associated with articles.
Summer Legal Intern
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Office of General Counsel, Oceans and Coasts Section
Silver Spring, Maryland/Remote
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed legal research involving various topics related to federal, state, and international law.
- Research included issues relating to National Marine Sanctuaries, the NOAA Corps Authorization Act, Uncrewed Systems, NOAA and Coast Guard policy, and the America the Beautiful initiative.
- Drafted memoranda on all topics for a variety of other departments within NOAA.
- Participated in and presented to client and departmental meetings, including the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and Office of Marine and Aviation Operations.
Rhode Island Sea Grant Law Fellow
Marine Affairs Institute, Roger Williams University School of Law
Bristol, Rhode Island
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Performed thorough and timely legal research for sections of the Rhode Island Sea Grant Legal Guide for the Shoreline Adaptation, Inventory, and Design Project (SAID). The SAID project is a guide for the general public and municipalities, to answer certain legal questions relative to the cleanup of hazardous materials and the liability for that cleanup.
- The research involved United States Army Corps of Engineers permits, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act and Rhode Island municipal codes.
- Maintained client confidentiality and trust by adhering to ethical guidelines and industry standards at all times.
Assistant Deli Manager
Hannaford Bros. Supermarket
Saco, Maine
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Managed sales associates, ensuring compliance with company and state and federal food service standards and regulations.
- Created weekly associate schedules.
- Managed department supply, product ordering, and inventory control.
- Hired, trained, coached, and supervised sales associates in a high-volume store.
E4, Boatswains Mate Third Class
United States Coast Guard
Cape May, New Jersey; Kodiak, Alaska; Yorktown, Virginia; Hatteras, North Carolina; Rockland, Maine
12.2010 - 10.2016
- Enforced Federal laws and regulations via living (?) marine resources and law enforcement vessel boardings as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer
- Conducted search and rescue and law enforcement operations
- Maintained Secret level security clearance
- Navigated vessels on both short and long-term deployments
- Worked (?) with other federal agencies including the NOAA National Data Buoy Center, the National Marine Fisheries Service, and the NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps
- Maintained Rescue and Survival equipment (including navigational charts)
- Managed shipboard maintenance teams and repairs, including armory.
- Procured goods and materiel for shipboard operations
- Received USCG Good Conduct Medal, USCG Meritorious Team Commendation, and USCG Meritorious Unit Commendation.
Education
Master of Marine Affairs - Maritime Policy And Science
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island12.2022
Juris Doctor -
Roger Williams University School of Law
Bristol, Rhode Island05.2022
Bachelor of Arts in History -
University of Southern Maine
Portland, Maine05.2019
Skills
- Proficient in Westlaw
- Lexis
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Presentation abilities
- Policy analysis
- Legislative Knowledge
- Policy compliance understanding
- Planning processes
- Legal writing
- Writing white papers
Accomplishments
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Publication: Rhode Island Sea Grant Shoreline Adaption, Inventory and Design: Legal Guide (forthcoming)
Personal - Eaglescoutaward
True
Publications
Shoreline Adaptation and Design: Legal Guidance (Forthcoming)
Timeline
Policy Advisor to the Executive Director & 2024 Knauss Ocean Policy Fellow
United States Committee on the Marine Transportation System
02.2024 - 01.2025
Research Attorney
Marine Affairs Institute, Roger Williams University School of Law
02.2023 - 11.2023
Student Editor
Journal of Maritime Law and Commerce
07.2021 - 05.2022
Summer Legal Intern
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Office of General Counsel, Oceans and Coasts Section
06.2021 - 08.2021
Rhode Island Sea Grant Law Fellow
Marine Affairs Institute, Roger Williams University School of Law
05.2020 - 11.2020
Assistant Deli Manager
Hannaford Bros. Supermarket
11.2016 - 08.2019
E4, Boatswains Mate Third Class
United States Coast Guard
12.2010 - 10.2016
Master of Marine Affairs - Maritime Policy And Science
University of Rhode Island
Juris Doctor -
Roger Williams University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts in History -
University of Southern Maine
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