Alexander Ruiz
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Experience
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The Post Millennial
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Canada
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Online Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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Contributing Opinion Writer
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Feb 2020 - Present
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U.S. House of Representatives
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United States
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Legislative Graduate Intern
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Jul 2019 - Aug 2019
• Research legislative proposals (relevant statistics, information & state impact) • Assist w/ legislative policy development (Military, Trade/Economy, Veteran Affairs, Transportation/Maritime) • Author military & constituency correspondence • Draft legislative reports & brief member • Author event/floor speeches and assist communications strategy • Provide information on and generate ideas for press, mass mailings, and newsletters • Train new entry level staff • Research legislative proposals (relevant statistics, information & state impact) • Assist w/ legislative policy development (Military, Trade/Economy, Veteran Affairs, Transportation/Maritime) • Author military & constituency correspondence • Draft legislative reports & brief member • Author event/floor speeches and assist communications strategy • Provide information on and generate ideas for press, mass mailings, and newsletters • Train new entry level staff
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United States Senate
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Legislative Graduate Intern
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May 2019 - Jul 2019
• Research legislative proposals (relevant statistics, information & state impact) • Assist w/ legislative policy development (Military, Trade/Economy, Veteran Affairs, Transportation/Maritime) • Author military & constituency correspondence • Draft legislative reports & brief member • Author speeches and assist communications strategy • Assist press, mass mailings, and newsletters • Train new entry level staff • Research legislative proposals (relevant statistics, information & state impact) • Assist w/ legislative policy development (Military, Trade/Economy, Veteran Affairs, Transportation/Maritime) • Author military & constituency correspondence • Draft legislative reports & brief member • Author speeches and assist communications strategy • Assist press, mass mailings, and newsletters • Train new entry level staff
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Fox Business Network
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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100 - 200 Employee
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College Associate
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Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
COUNTDOWN TO CLOSING BELL Journalism | TV: production, writing, research, booking, assignment desk, technical operations, graphics COUNTDOWN TO CLOSING BELL Journalism | TV: production, writing, research, booking, assignment desk, technical operations, graphics
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Fox News Media
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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700 & Above Employee
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College Associate
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Sep 2018 - Nov 2018
TUCKER CARLSON TONIGHT Journalism | TV: production, writing, research, booking, assignment desk, technical operations, graphics TUCKER CARLSON TONIGHT Journalism | TV: production, writing, research, booking, assignment desk, technical operations, graphics
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Politics Reporter | Contributor
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2018 - 2018
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Wrist Ship Supply
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Denmark
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Maritime Transportation
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400 - 500 Employee
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Sales Team Lead
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Jul 2016 - Apr 2017
• Manage purchasers; prioritize quotes and orders based on delivery, schedules, destinations and lead-time • Lead 7 person team (Warehouse & Purchasers) • Meet and exceed the sales revenue and profitability goals set by HQ • Nurture relationships with current customers through visits, follow up communications and events • Provide competitive sales quotes to ensure maximum benefit for customer and company • Act as the lead contact to the customer base, managing the appropriate coordination to ensure smooth operation at destination • Manage a support team to maintain accurate systems updates • Execute order fulfillment in a timely manner in cooperation with the other functional teams • Keep customers updated on the status and ensure the entire chain from quote, order and delivery is completed
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United States Coast Guard, Pacific Area, Defense Forces West
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Alameda, California
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Assistant Port Security Unit Program Manager
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Mar 2013 - Jun 2016
Deployable Specialized Forces, Port Security Unit Program Manager • Provide oversight of 8 Port Security Units (PSU) nationwide - Manages scheduling, operational tasking & monitors readiness of 1,137 active duty/reserve members & 48 security boats valued at 20 million dollars (providing GTMO security) • Subject matter expert for operational and tactical issues: develop, interpret & hold units accountable for doctrine and procedures • Conduct field interviews of subordinating units: identify areas for program improvement and submit recommendations • Oversees standardization, training programs and equipment procurements in preparation for worldwide deployments in support of Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Operations & Presidential Security • Assist Coastal Riverine Force Mgmt (US Navy) & Maritime Safety & Security Team Mgmt (USCG Counter-Terrorist Units) • Conduct investigations with local law enforcement/federal agencies, interview witnesses and persons of interest, and submit final reports with recommendations. • Contract negotiation and liaison between government and private sector • Maintain relationships with local and federal agencies • Procurement and Acquisitions
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Officer In Charge (OIC), Deployable Team Leader
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2011 - 2013
Ensign/Lieutenant Junior Grade, Deployable Specialized Forces Unit • Officer-In-Charge, Deployable Team Leader (DTL) • Successfully coached, mentored and led 12 person specialized law enforcement team on worldwide missions Combating Transnational Organized Crime (CTOC) operations such as illegal drug trafficking, human smuggling, piracy and terrorism • Led security watch rotations; identified potential threats and targets of interest in combat control room • Subject Matter expert on patterns, trends and logistics of illicit contraband; Coordinated strategic planning & mission execution of Counter-Narcotics operations, Alien Migrant Interdiction, Homeland Security and Maritime Interdiction operations • Extensive field work with foreign governments in Central America, South America and Caribbean • Represented the U.S. Government as the senior law enforcement officer during independent assignments onboard U.S. and Allied warships; conducted daily intelligence briefs & presentations • Managed a multi-thousand dollar account for purchasing and acquisition • Investigate misconduct of personnel and violations of the Uniformed Code of Military Justice; submit reports and recommendations • Managed admin, travel & responsible for property (weapons/ammunition/gear) • Trained in Coast Guard Use of Force
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New York City Police Department
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United States
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Law Enforcement
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700 & Above Employee
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Internship
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Jun 2010 - Aug 2010
• Internship with the Detective Bureau, Bomb Squad, Intelligence, Counter-Terrorist Unit, Emergency Service Unit and Maritime Unit • Received 2 week class instruction on room clearing, breaching, shield use, undercover drug operations, and public negotiation skills • Internship with the Detective Bureau, Bomb Squad, Intelligence, Counter-Terrorist Unit, Emergency Service Unit and Maritime Unit • Received 2 week class instruction on room clearing, breaching, shield use, undercover drug operations, and public negotiation skills
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Merchant Marine
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Global
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Merchant Marine
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2008 - 2010
• Completed independent study and training which focused on navigation, ship structure, cargo operations, stability and trim, electronic navigation, navigation law, seamanship and maritime business while sailing internationally for the following companies: American Roll-on-Roll-Off Carrier (ARC), Maersk Shipping, Military Sealift Command (MSC), Department of Transportation • Assisted with vessel Force Protection protocol, procedures and response tactics. • Assisted officers with loads, discharges, ship stability calculations, navigation, shipboard safety and administration • Offloaded/Loaded various cargo in the following countries: Canada, Spain, Egypt, Djibouti, Oman, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, India, South Korea, Japan, Belgium, Germany and England • Conducted cargo operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom
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Licenses, Additional Training, Awards
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2007 - 2007
• License: Third Mate, Steam or Motor Unlimited Horsepower, June 2011, Any Oceans • Holds a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance • Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Certification, June 2011 • USCG Life Boatman, Advanced Marine Firefighter, Hazardous Materials, Security Awareness, Advanced First Aid • Commission: United States Coast Guard Officer, June 2011 • Coast Guard Letter of Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation, National Defense Medal, Coast Guard Special Operations Service Ribbon • Advanced Incident Command Management, Incident Command Management 339 Division/Group Supervisor, Incident Command Management 300 • Command Drug and Alcohol Representative • Basic Boarding Officer, Maritime Law Enforcement Academy– Department of Homeland Security, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
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Education
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New York University
Master's degree, Political Science and Government -
Maritime Law Enforcement Academy - Federal Law Enforcment Center, Department Homeland Security
Boarding Officer, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security -
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Bachelor’s Degree, Logistics and Intermodal Transportation -
San Marino High School