Master of Unlimited Upon Oceans w/ DPO Unlimited Nautical Institute Certificate

1. Capt. Jordan E. Baptiste
• Clearwater, FL 33764 • Phone: (508) 801-6017 • Email: CaptainJordanBaptiste@gmail.com •
Master of Unlimited Tonnage Upon Oceans
w/ Dynamic Positioning Operator (Unlimited) Nautical Institute Certificate
My goal is to provide safe, efficient, and reliable service in vessel operations management by
utilizing the extensive training, education, and leadership experience I have gained while serving the
maritime industry. I will maintain a professional, competent, and positive attitude while consistently
meeting expectations, achieving outlined goals, and reaching my fullest potential.
Maritime Experience:
Edison Chouest Offshore - Cutt Off, LA
March 2013 to Present – Master / SDPO - (Platform Supply Vessels >1,600 GRT / 3,000 ITC)
§ Master / Officer In Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) - Responsible for safe operation & navigation
of the vessel, lifesaving, emergency & navigational equipment, emergency drills & training, vessel stability
& cargo stowage operations, crew personnel management, ISM/ISO compliance, and maintaining
operational readiness for Coast Guard, ABS, IMO/SOLAS, & Environmental regulatory inspections.
§ Senior Dynamic Positioning Operator (SDPO) - Responsible for vessel Dynamic Positioning
Operations on board ABS DP2 Class Vessel. Maintain FMEA/ABS compliance, DP logs, training,
& qualification for junior DPO's, maintain Nautical Institute, IMCA, & IMO standards.
§ Vessel Operations & Logistics – Coordinate vessel operations, logistics, and scheduling with shoreside
support to meet deadlines safely and efficiently while reducing cost and meeting client objectives.
StarLite Cruises - Clearwater Beach, FL
November 2010 to March 2013 - Captain - M/V Calypso Queen (150 Passenger Vessel)
§ Responsible for crew & passenger safety, safe operation and navigation, lifesaving & emergency equipment,
emergency drills & training, deck & engineering preventative maintenance systems, & compliance with
Coast Guard regulations for passenger vessel safety inspections (Sub T).
§ Successfully completed multiple U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection (COI) safety compliance
inspections with no outstanding safety or procedural violations (CG-835). Safely navigated vessel for
5,000+ hrs, responsible for the safety of over 25,000 passengers.
U.S. Coast Guard (2002 - 2010)
2006 to 2010 - Boatswain’s Mate First Class (E-6) (1,800 GRT, 418’ National Security Cutter)
§ Bridge Watch Officer - Responsible for safe operation and navigation of the ship IAW the Commanding
Officer’s standing orders, rules of the road, emergency procedures, and Coast Guard regulations.
§ Training Officer - Trained ships personnel in vessel operations, ship handling, underway emergency
procedures (i.e. man overboard, abandon ship, etc.) law enforcement operations, towing, personnel transfer,
underway replenishment, leadership & management, and environmental safety compliance.
2002 to 2006 - Boatswain’s Mate / Supervisor (Coast Guard Search & Rescue)
§ Officer of the Day (OOD) - Direct representative of the Officer in Charge, responsible for over 100 Search
& Rescue operations as OOD, Coxswain, Boarding Officer, and Radio Watch Stander.
§ Maritime Law Enforcement Officer - Responsible for over 300 vessel safety compliance inspections, High
Interest Vessel boardings, Counter Narcotics Drug Interdiction, and Migrant Enforcement.

2. Education & Training:
Bachelors Degree in Transportation & Logistics Management
American Public University - January 2014 to Present (Current 3.85 GPA)
Associates Degree in Business Administration
Nichols College - Dudley, MA - 2004 to 2006
Quality Maritime Training, LLC - St. Petersburg, FL - March 2012 to January 2013
Master/Mate Upgrade w/ all applicable STCW Training and Endorsements
Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School - Oak Bluffs, MA - 1996 to 2000
Extra curricular activities: Football, Basketball, Baseball, Band, & Jazz Band
Personal Awards:
Community Volunteer Experience:
§ St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital – January 2016 – Fundraiser
§ Keep Pinellas Beautiful – April 2016 – Present – Adopt-A-Shore
§ Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO)
§ Basic Safety Training (STCW)
§ Radar Observer (Unlimited) & ARPA
§ Able Seaman (Unlimited)
§ Proficiency in Survival Craft w/ Lifeboatman
§ GMDSS & FCC Operators License
§ Electronic Chart Display & Information System
§ Bridge Resource Management
§ Medical Care Provider
§ Vessel Security Officer (VSO)
§ Safety Officer
§ Leadership & Managerial Skills Training
§ Search & Rescue Coordination & Planning
§ Incident Command System (ICS 100-800)
§ Underway Replenishment & Refueling at Sea
Naval Course Graduate (UNREP)
§ Advanced Stability & Cargo Operations
§ Environmental Awareness & Safe Gulf
§ SEMS, HUET, HAZWOPER
§ Celestial Navigation (Oceans)
§ USCG Qualified Assessor & Course Instructor
§ Commercial Assistance Towing
§ National Defense Service Medal
§ Coast Guard Achievement Medal (2)
§ Commandant's Letter of Commendation (2)
§ Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal (2)
§ Coast Guard Sea Service Ribbon
§ Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
§ Coast Guard Presidential Unit Citation
§ USCG Special Ops Service Ribbon
§ USCG Meritorious Team Commendation
§ Boat Forces Operations Insignia
§ Permanent Coxswain Pin
§ Sailor of the Quarter (3)
§ Coast Guard Expert Rifle Medal
§ Coast Guard Pistol Marksman Ribbon