Jimmy Allen
Sneads Ferry,NC
Summary
US Coast Guard Veteran with over 21 years of service, Top Secret (SCI) Security Clearance and proven expertise in leading strategic initiatives, maritime operations, and emergency response. Leads cross functional teams and leverages background in vessel operations and law enforcement to enable safety, security, and risk mitigation across large scale regions. Skilled manager with demonstrated success in coordinating teams and financial activities. Friendly and adaptable professional with remarkable leadership and program management skills. Expert in high risk training and operating boats, seasoned navigator, and well versed in multiple crew served weapon systems. Tremendous proficiency with emergency and security response operations along with being a leader in coordination with other government agencies to execute strategic goals. Specialized experience in marine navigation, seamanship, risk management, projects, government contracts, budgets, and programs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Afloat Safety Branch Chief
USCG Health, Safety, and Work-Life Service Center
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinates safety audits for 266 ships using Coast Guard policies and OSHA regulations, manages six safety technicians, provides mishap response and coordination to all ships in the service, provides mishap analysis to identify trends and root cause of accidents
- Instructor for Safety Officer and Risk Management courses.
Operations Officer
USCGC GLEN HARRIS (WPC-1144)
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Directed the safe navigation, operations planning, mission execution of fast response cutter forward deployed to Middle East in support of Fifth Fleet’s strategic objectives: Defense operations, theater security cooperation with foreign military, and narcotics interdiction operations.
- Oversaw secure communications and combat systems to include M2 .50 Cal and MK-19 40mm. Lead Navigator and Patrol Commander.
Senior Instructor
USCG Special Missions Training Center
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Coordinated efforts to develop the Boat Tactics Branch leading 47 personnel to run three military courses which included Tactical Coxswain Course, Tactical Bow Gunner Course, and Opposing Force Operator / Designated Trainer course.
- Oversaw the maintenance of 19 boats and trailers and managed $300K budget.
- Spear-headed course curriculum updates to align courses with updated policies and techniques.
Officer in Charge
USCG Station Elizabeth City
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Led 34 personnel with three boat assets to conduct search and rescue, law enforcement, and maritime security operations while also managing readiness and the well-being of the crew.
- Forged lasting partnerships with 14 counties and developed the Albemarle Maritime Task Force.
Executive Petty Officer
USCG Station Mayport
05.2015 - 06.2018
- Led 85 personnel with five boat assets to conduct search and rescue, law enforcement, and maritime security operations.
- Certified as NASBLA Boat Operations Instructor teaching four courses for LE/EMS.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Management
American Military University
04.2024
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American Military University
01.2022
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Excellent work ethic
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent time management skills
- Decision-Making
- Verbal/written communication
- Training and Development
- Operations Management
Certification
- 100 Ton Merchant Mariner License W/ Towing Endorsement
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- FEMA ICS-100, 200, 210, 300, 700, & 800
- CPR/First Aid
- FAC-COR Level II
Security Clearance
Top Secret (SCI)
Advanced Training
Navigation & Seamanship
Weapons & Pyrotechnics
Firefighting & Damage Control
Tactical Combat Casualty Care
Team Building & Development
Budget & Procurement
Technical Skills
Web-based Applications
Microsoft Office Suite to include MS, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams
Google Drive: Docs, Sheets, and Slides
Oracle
Electronic Navigation Systems
Hobbies and Interests
- Coaching softball
- Surfing
- Fishing
- Jiu-Jitsu
References
- Mr. Phillip Davis, USCG Special Missions Training Center, 910.431.3854
- LCDR Pat Brown, USCG HSWL Service Center, 510.290.5472
- LCDR Reggie Reynolds, USCGC GLEN HARRIS (WPC-1144), 305.339.1151
Timeline
Afloat Safety Branch Chief
USCG Health, Safety, and Work-Life Service Center
07.2023 - Current
Operations Officer
USCGC GLEN HARRIS (WPC-1144)
06.2022 - 07.2023
Senior Instructor
USCG Special Missions Training Center
07.2020 - 06.2022
Officer in Charge
USCG Station Elizabeth City
06.2018 - 07.2020
Executive Petty Officer
USCG Station Mayport
05.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Management
American Military University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American Military University
- 100 Ton Merchant Mariner License W/ Towing Endorsement
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- FEMA ICS-100, 200, 210, 300, 700, & 800
- CPR/First Aid
- FAC-COR Level II
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