Oswald J Novas Jr
Miami,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Exhibits a clear understanding of leadership principals through 10 years plus years of on the job experience risk mitigation management according to the standards adhered to by the United States Coast Guard, and currently 2 years and going of Federal Law Enforcement with the National Park Service. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in areas where people, safety, and resources are the mission.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Enforcement Park Ranger (Marine Patrol) GL9, 2
National Park Service, Biscayne National Park
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols, both marine and on land, enforcing park and state regulations.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations and information sharing to protect park resources.
- Utilized advanced search-and-rescue skills to locate lost or injured individuals quickly, minimizing potential harm or danger to boaters in distress.
- Issued citations and tickets for violations of law, and make arrest when necessary.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols and enforcing park regulations.
- Conducted thorough investigations into resource crimes, leading to successful prosecutions and protecting park assets.
- Participated in targeted enforcement campaigns focused on specific issues such as illegal immigration or counter narcotics.
- Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform.
- Performed search and rescue operations for missing people and coordinated with local agencies for response operations.
- Supported environmental conservation efforts through monitoring wildlife populations and maintaining park habitats.
- Improved visitor experience by providing educational programs on ecology, history, and resource protection.
- Assisted in emergency response situations, ensuring the safety of park visitors during natural disasters or medical incidents.
- Patrol over 172,971 acres of both land and sea locations.
- Collect and process evidence in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Collaborate with partnering agencies including, Miami-Dade Marine Patrol, US Customs and Border Protection, and Florida Fish and Wildlife,
- Enforce federal and state boating and fishing regulations.
- Contributed to team success by training new rangers on department procedures, policies, and enforcement techniques.
- Maximized communication efficiency within the department by developing strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and external partners.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Gunner's Mate
Maritime Safety Security Team, Miami (91114)
07.2018 - Current
- Assisted in Coordinating plans and overseeing of military operations related to Homeland Security, Counter Terrorism and Maritime Law Enforcement and Presidential Protection Details at Mar-a-Lago, FL and Rehoboth Beach, DE.
- Qualified Boarding Officer with training completed at FLETC, Charleston.
- Qualified Firearms Instructor.
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes upon the high seas.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance using radar and night vision.
- Worked with pursuit team to detect and capture drug trafficker offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted tactical questioning.
- Checked all vessel equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Assisted with real-time intelligence collection by conducting field reconnaissance operations in Puerto Rico and neighboring islands.
- Provided verbal summaries of non-English documents for immediate use.
- Deployed as a qualified Spanish translator for both the Coast Guard and royal Canadian Navy.
- Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized vessels for screening and detention in order to prevent access to restricted waterways.
- Worked closely with units operations officer to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
- Collaborated with federal agencies, including CBP, HSI, and Secret Service
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance using night vision and radar.
- Supported in over 10 counter narcotics operations in Puerto Rico and neighboring islands
- Provided general linguistic support for military operations to interpret radio transmissions and vessel boardings.
- Provide weapons and boarding procedure training, and Linguist support with the Canadian Navy.
- Maintained computer filing system to store, retrieve and update completed armory related documents.
Gunner's Mate
Coast Guard Cutter Monomoy
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Supported in operations ENDURING FREEDOM and INHERENT RESOLVE by employing NAVAL weaponry such as MK38 MOD 1 and MK19 GRENADE LAUNCHER.
- Readied small arms and associated equipment to conduct weapon shoots within short windows.
- Efficiently oriented and fired weaponry to smoothly train ships company.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
Gunner's Mate
Maritime Force Protection Unit, Bangor
05.2014 - 03.2017
- Oversaw field planning and coordination in full compliance with established command structures and detailed naval vessel protection zone orders.
- Set up MK38 MOD2 and M2HB weapons, command and control systems to contribute to successful counter terrorism operations.
- Completed yearly inspections and any basic repair need to uphold strict performance standards.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Conducted hourly patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams to facilitate accuracy and ammo availability.
Seaman
Small Boat Station Point Judith
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Manned small boats and winches and performed minor repairs and maintenance work to keep vessels in service.
- Updated logs, coordinated documents and wrote detailed reports.
- Plotted and corrected charts and publications.
- Managed bridge watch duties to look for different types of threats and adverse conditions.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Repaired external structure of vessel to maintain proper working order and minimize downtime.
Education
Land Management Police Training Academy - Federal Police Academy
Federal Law Enforcment Training Center
Brunswick, GA02.2023
High School Diploma -
Christopher Columbus High School
Miami, FL05.2010
Skills
- Team Building
- Project Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Attention to Detail
Additional Information
Work Hours Per Week:
Work week for the National Park Service was full time, 40+ hours.
Average work hours per week through out the Coast Guard was 50 hours.
Timeline
Law Enforcement Park Ranger (Marine Patrol) GL9, 2
National Park Service, Biscayne National Park
08.2022 - Current
Gunner's Mate
Maritime Safety Security Team, Miami (91114)
07.2018 - Current
Gunner's Mate
Coast Guard Cutter Monomoy
04.2017 - 05.2018
Gunner's Mate
Maritime Force Protection Unit, Bangor
05.2014 - 03.2017
Seaman
Small Boat Station Point Judith
09.2012 - 03.2014
Land Management Police Training Academy - Federal Police Academy
Federal Law Enforcment Training Center
High School Diploma -
Christopher Columbus High School
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