BMC David Michael Ramsey is a retired Chief Petty Officer and highly distinguished Surfman #374 in the United States Coast Guard. [1]

His career highlights span specialized heavy-weather maritime rescue, regional military and federal law enforcement leadership, and inter-agency strategic security coordination. [1, 2]

Key Career Highlights

• Elite Surfman Designation: Achieved the highly prestigious and rare qualification of Surfman(Designation #374), marking him as an expert in operating rescue watercraft in the most extreme, life-threatening surf and heavy weather environments. [1]
• Chief of Operations: Served as a Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer (BMC) leading operational readiness. He managed all small arms training, vessel operations, tactical scheduling, and crew readiness. [1]
• Regional Security Leadership: Directed maritime patrols and critical operations across a massive multi-state region, spanning East Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. [1]
• Joint Task Force Coordination: Partnered directly with local sheriffs, police departments, and game wardens to spearhead law enforcement initiatives countering trafficking and protecting critical infrastructure. [1]
• Global Commerce Protection: Managed safety, security, and response protocols across District 8 and international waterways to secure the global import and export of gas, fisheries, and transit lines. [1]
• Founding DHS Era Service: Served as a founding member under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) structure following its inception, retiring as a 100% disabled Federal Law Enforcement Officer. [1, 2]

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