Ronald Stawinski
U.S. Coast Guard
611 Twin River Dr Forked River ,NJ
11
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at the U.S. Coast Guard, excelling in applicant screening and community outreach. Demonstrated attention to detail and strong teamwork skills, successfully enhancing recruiting processes and contributing to mission readiness. Adept in managing complex tasks while fostering positive relationships and ensuring compliance with standards.
Work History
MEPS Liaison
4 Years 4 Months- Screened applicants for enlistment eligibility, qualifications, and service requirements.
- Conducted candidate interviews and explained military career options, benefits, and accession steps.
- Coordinated recruiting events, school visits, and community outreach activities to build applicant pipelines.
- Maintained accurate applicant records, background documentation, and follow-up communications in recruiting systems.
- Guided prospects through medical, testing, and application requirements to support timely processing.
- Built relationships with schools, community partners, and referrals to expand candidate engagement.
- Advised applicants on enlistment standards, documentation needs, and next-step expectations.
- Collaborated with leadership to prioritize leads, track progress, and improve recruiting
- Escorted recruits to Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) for evaluation
- Helped designed the new Coast Guard Recruiting portal Turbo to help simplify and streamline the recruiting process for all Recruiting offices in the country
Juvenile Detention Officer
11 Months- Supervised juvenile residents to maintain safety, order, and compliance with detention facility rules.
- Monitored living units, recreation areas, and movement activities to prevent incidents and unauthorized contact.
- Conducted admissions, searches, and property inventories following security and intake procedures.
- Documented behavior, incidents, and daily observations in accurate facility reports and logs.
- Enforced rules consistently while maintaining professional communication with juveniles and staff.
- Escorted residents to court, medical appointments, and program activities using approved security protocols.
- Responded to emergencies and coordinated corrective actions with supervisors and support staff.
- Improved facility safety by conducting thorough and consistent security checks on all living quarters and common areas.
- Promoted positive behavior among detainees by implementing structured daily routines and encouraging adherence to facility policies.
- Completed incident reports when disorder or violence
- Observed and recorded mental and physical health of each juvenile offender.
- Ensured timely completion of required paperwork including incident reports, progress notes, and evaluations.
- Enhanced communication with staff by participating in daily briefings, sharing relevant information about detainee activities, needs, and incidents.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
Boatswain's Mate
6 Years 3 Months- Operated helm, lookout, and navigation watchstanding duties during underway and port operations.
- Performed line handling, mooring, anchoring, and towing evolutions with precision and safe seamanship.
- Maintained decks, superstructure, gear, and small boats to support mission-ready vessel condition.
- Assisted with launch, recovery, and upkeep of small boats, survival equipment, and deck equipment.
- Contributed to successful search and rescue missions by proficiently operating small boats and deploying appropriate lifesaving
- Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in firefighting, first aid, man overboard recovery, and abandon ship procedures among the crew.
- Managed inventory control systems, maintaining accurate records of necessary supplies for continued operational
- Contributed to positive morale onboard by organizing recreational activities that fostered camaraderie among shipmates while at sea or in port visits.
- Exemplified strong leadership skills while serving as watchstander, effectively managing deck crew duties and maintaining a safe environment for all personnel.
- Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
- Conducted over 1500 vessel inspection as a law enforcement officer
- Interdicted more then 75 million dollars worth of illegal narcotics
- Trained and qualified to handle multiple weapon platforms to include pistols, shotguns, assault rifles and machine guns.
Education
- Physical Education And Coaching
High School Diploma
Skills
Attention to detail
Customer service
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Computer skills
Applicant tracking systems
Interviewing clients
Accomplishments
CG Good Conduct award
CG Meritorious Team Award
CG Achievement Medal
Recruiter Service Medal
Joint Service Ribbon
Nation Defense Ribbon
Timeline
MEPS Liaison
U.S. Coast Guard
06.2022 - CurrentRead More
Juvenile Detention Officer
Ocean County
07.2021 - 06.2022Read More
Boatswain's Mate
U.S. Coast Guard
05.2015 - 08.2021Read More
Ocean County College
from Physical Education And Coaching
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Boatswainsmate A School
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Lacey Township High School
High School Diploma
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