Justin Herring
Mont Vernon
Summary
Dynamic and dependable leader with 20+ years of senior leadership as a Operations Management and Coast Guard Chief. Proven expertise in branch management, team development, compliance, safety, and financial accountability. Skilled at driving customer satisfaction, and process improvement. Recognized for building high performance teams, implementing efficient procedures, and delivering operational results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director (Executive Petty Officer)
U.S. Coast Guard
Baltimore, MD
07.2023 - 05.2026
- Managed and oversaw 60+ personnel, managing daily operations, scheduling, training, and team performance.
- Managed and optimized unit operating budget, driving strategic resource allocation and identifying addition funding opportunities to strengthen operational capabilities and support operational objectives.
- Recruited, trained and developed staff while conducting performance reviews, coaching, and implement plans to strengthen accountability and growth.
- Coordinated with maintenance and engineering teams to manage equipment readiness, preventative maintenance and corrective repairs.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within various Coast Guard divisions.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement policy changes and streamline communication processes.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive process enhancements.
- Facilitated training sessions for new personnel, promoting adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
Assistant Director (Executive Petty Officer)
U.S. Coast Guard
New Haven, CT
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Coordinated with maintenance and engineering teams to manage equipment readiness, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs.
- Managed project timelines effectively, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and resource allocation.
- Maintained oversight of operational budget, financial reports, and resource allocation analyzing P&L style dada to identify efficiencies and cost saving opportunities.
- Served as the primary liaison for senior leadership, delivering reports on operational performance, compliance, and branch-level results.
Supervisor (Boatswain's Mate)
U.S. Coast Guard
10.2004 - 06.2021
- Supervised operational workflow to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Led training programs to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated resources and personnel for mission readiness during critical operations.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined communication between departments.
- Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for staff development and growth.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in emergency response procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Souhegan High School
Amherst06-2003
No Degree - Leadership And Management
Coast Guard Chiefs Petty Officer Academy
Petaluma06-2023
Skills
- Branch and Multi-department Leadership
- Sales
- Service & Customer Satisfaction
- Recruiting
- Training
- Performance Management
- Inventory Control
- Asset Management
- Safety and Compliance Oversight
- Profit & Loss (P&L) Review & Reporting
- Scheduling & Workflow Optimization
- Process Improvement
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Timeline
Assistant Director (Executive Petty Officer)
U.S. Coast Guard
07.2023 - 05.2026
Assistant Director (Executive Petty Officer)
U.S. Coast Guard
06.2021 - 07.2023
Supervisor (Boatswain's Mate)
U.S. Coast Guard
10.2004 - 06.2021
No Degree - Leadership And Management
Coast Guard Chiefs Petty Officer Academy
High School Diploma -
Souhegan High School