Skylah Rayne San Miguel
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
U.S. Coast Guard Boatswain’s Mate Third Class (BM3) with leadership and operational management experience in maritime environments. Experienced supervising personnel, coordinating deck operations, and maintaining mission readiness in high-responsibility settings. Boatswain’s Mates serve as the Coast Guard’s operational leaders and are one of the few enlisted ratings qualified to hold command positions over boats and working parties. Currently pursuing an Associate of Science in Business Administration at Southern New Hampshire University.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boatswain’s Mate Third Class (BM3), E-4
United States Coast Guard
San Pedro, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Supervise and coordinate personnel during deck operations, maintenance, and vessel evolutions.
- Serve as Petty Officer in Charge (POIC) overseeing personnel during operational tasks and deck evolutions.
- Lead working parties and oversee safe execution of seamanship tasks and equipment operations.
- Manage operational tasks involving mooring systems, cranes, winches, and deck equipment.
- Stand critical operational watches including helmsman and lookout while underway.
- Maintain life-saving equipment and ensure compliance with Coast Guard safety standards.
- Participate in emergency response operations including firefighting, damage control, and first aid.
- Support operational readiness and mission success through leadership and team coordination.
- Assignment History
- Crew Member – CGC Robert Ward
- Support / Transient Personnel – Base Los Angeles–Long Beach (San Pedro, CA)
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- Conducted safety drills and ensured compliance with maritime regulations.
- Inspected equipment and gear for readiness, identifying maintenance needs proactively.
- Developed standard operating procedures to improve crew efficiency and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in firefighting, first aid, man overboard recovery, and abandon ship procedures among the crew.
- Supported vessel''s mission readiness through diligent maintenance of life rafts, life jackets, and other lifesaving equipment.
- Achieved optimal utilization of deck spaces by skillfully arranging gear storage areas for easy access during various operations.
- Managed inventory control systems, maintaining accurate records of necessary supplies for continued operational success.
- Applied thorough navigation knowledge to determine geographical location and speed with or without assistive devices.
- Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
- Planned routes and travel speeds to meet scheduling and delivery goals.
- Thoroughly inspected boats before each embarkment to verify maximum reliability.
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
U.S. Coast Guard
San Pedro
06.2024 - Current
- Provide confidential support to service members experiencing personal or traumatic incidents.
- Assist individuals with access to medical, legal, and support services.
- Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive cases.
- Support command climate initiatives promoting safety and well-being among personnel.
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- Developed educational materials on rights and available support systems for victims of sexual violence.
- Conducted outreach programs to raise awareness about sexual assault prevention and victim assistance resources.
- Educated community members on sexual assault prevention, contributing to increased awareness and bystander intervention.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NHSkills
- Leadership & Personnel Supervision
- Maritime Operations
- Safety & Emergency Response
- Operational Risk Management
- Equipment Operations & Maintenance
- Crisis Support & Advocacy
- Communication & Team Coordination
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Boatswain’s Mate “A” School – Training Center Yorktown, VA
- Training included marine navigation, seamanship, small boat operations, radio communications, and operational risk management.
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- Radiation Detection Level II Operator Certification
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- U.S. Coast Guard Recruit Training
Timeline
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
U.S. Coast Guard
06.2024 - Current
Boatswain’s Mate Third Class (BM3), E-4
United States Coast Guard
10.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Operational Qualifications
- Boat Deck Captain
- Cutter Swimmer
- Deck Seaman
- Lookout (All Cutters)
- Shipboard Firefighting
- Damage Control
- Basic First Aid
- Chemical / Biological / Radiological Defense
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Leadership & Command Responsibility
- Boatswain’s Mates serve as operational leaders responsible for supervising deck forces and coordinating vessel operations.
- Qualified to lead working parties and oversee mission-critical seamanship operations.
- Experience managing personnel and maintaining operational efficiency during maritime operations.