Ryan Bottary
Edgartown,MA
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Harbormaster
Town of Edgartown
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Maintains town moorings, supervises use of boat ramps, receives and records mooring fees, and maintains records of operations.
- Maintains town facilities, boats, and motors including small boat handling and mechanical repairs
- Supervises and trains seasonal employees.
- Participates in search and rescue procedures as needed and administers first aid or CPR as necessary.
- Operates navigational equipment, communications equipment, and the Town’s DOCKWA reservation system.
Deputy Director of Emergency Management
Town of Edgartown
10.2024 - 02.2026
- Vice Chair of the Dukes County Regional Emergency Management Association
- Assist the Emergency Management Director in all operations
- Coordinate with all local, state, federal entities as needed
- Operate an Emergency Operations Center as needed
Lieutenant/EMT-Basic
Edgartown Fire Department
01.2021 - 02.2026
- Respond to 911 Fire and EMS calls for service on/off duty
- Operate fire apparatus, hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment
- Facilitate water rescue operations and training in collaboration with the Assistant Chief
- Assist in training / recruit training program
- Participate in community education programs
- Promoted to Lieutenant in June 2025
Seasonal Manager/Launch Captain
Oldport Marine Services
07.2017 - Current
- Provided a high level of customer service
- Facilitate transportation of 40,000 passengers seasonally
- Maintain vessels and perform required maintenance
- Scheduling and managing daily operations of 12-20 employees
- Uphold contractual obligations with the town and private entities
EMT-Basic
Oak Bluffs FIRE-EMS
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Per diem basis
- Respond to 911 emergency calls and provide medical treatment to injured/sick individuals
Summer Deckhand
Chappaquiddick Ferry Inc.
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Assist Captain in loading and unloading of the vessel
- Collect fares from passengers
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies
- Provided a high level of customer service
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marine Affairs
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2022
High School Diploma -
Catholic Memorial High School
West Roxbury, MA06.2018
Skills
- Emergency Incident Response & Scene Management
- Fire Suppression / EMS Operations
- Emergency Management
- Maritime Operations/Management
- Incident Command System & Unified Command
- Search & Rescue
- Emergency Vehicle Operations
- Personnel Accountability & Safety Oversight
- Training Development & Drill Instruction
- Interagency Coordination
- Emergency Planning & Preparedness
- Public Relations & Community Interaction
- Radio Communications & Dispatch Coordination
Certification
- Merchant Mariner Credential, Launch Tender - U.S. Coast Guard - 25 Ton Upgrade (In Progress)
- Firefighter I/II Proboard Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Massachusetts Department of Public Health & NREMT
- Fire Instructor I Proboard Certification
- Fire Officer I (IFSAC Certification Pending)
- International Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Instructor (EVOCITR)
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
- MFA Hazmat Operational Level Responder Course
- MA DEP Oil Spill Response
- MA Harbormaster Training Council Waiver
Timeline
Deputy Director of Emergency Management
Town of Edgartown
10.2024 - 02.2026
Deputy Harbormaster
Town of Edgartown
06.2024 - 02.2026
EMT-Basic
Oak Bluffs FIRE-EMS
04.2022 - 06.2024
Lieutenant/EMT-Basic
Edgartown Fire Department
01.2021 - 02.2026
Seasonal Manager/Launch Captain
Oldport Marine Services
07.2017 - Current
Summer Deckhand
Chappaquiddick Ferry Inc.
07.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Marine Affairs
University of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Catholic Memorial High School
Volunteer Experiences
Edgartown Firemen's Association, 2021-Current
Non-Profit organization developed to support the volunteers of the Edgartown Fire Department and the community in which they serve. Projects include awarding local scholarships, senior citizen outreach, parade appearances, fundraising, t-shirt design and sales, and website design and upkeep.
Martha's Vineyard First Responders Non Profit, 2023-Current
Board of Directors Member - Non-Profit organization developed to raise money for first responders and their families in times of need. Plan and facilitate an annual hockey game as the primary income raiser for the non-profit.
Habitat for Humanity 2018
Volunteered for Habitat for Humanity to assist donors, shoppers, and other volunteers in receiving and distributing donations from the HFH Restore location in West Roxbury, MA.
Catholic Memorial BERSI Florida, June 2015 & June 2016
(Blessed Edmund Rice Solidarity Initiative) Volunteered as a Summer Day Camp counselor for underprivileged kids of migrant farm workers in Bonita Springs, Florida.
Catholic Memorial BERSI Wyoming, June 2014
(Blessed Edmund Rice Solidarity Initiative) Our group was immersed in Native American life, visiting the Wind River Reservation, interacting with the Shoshone and Arapaho tribes and investigating the advantages and challenges that face Native American communities.