Black & white photograph of unidentified US Life Saving Service keeper & seven crew members in standard uniforms pulling a beach cart. Station building in foreground.

Team

The U.S. Life Saving Service (USLSS) was a forerunner of the U.S. Coast Guard. Prior to the Treasury Department assuming authority in 1878, life saving services were conducted mostly on a volunteer basis.

The Team – Executive

The Executive Team is the operational hub of the entire National Coast Guard Museum unit. Featuring both civilians and military personnel, every other NCGM office can be found administratively under the Executive Team.

Photo: Frederick Carl Riedlin

Director, National Coast Guard Museum

CAPT Frederick (Carl) Riedlin, USCG (ret)

In this role, he works closely with a dedicated Coast Guard team and the National Coast Guard Museum Association to preserve and share the remarkable history of the U.S. Coast Guard. He brings to the Museum a deep passion for the Coast Guard, along with extensive leadership and project management experience.

A Coast Guard Aviator with 31 years of distinguished service, CAPT Riedlin flew the H-60, H-65, and C-130 aircraft on missions spanning the West Coast, Alaska, Hawaii, and the Gulf Coast. Throughout his career, he served as an Aeronautical Engineer, held multiple command positions, and culminated his service as the Coast Guard’s Chief Pilot, leading the Office of Aviation Forces.

Photo: YN2 Daniel J. Kohner

Executive Assistant

PO2 Daniel J. Kohner

Responsibilities include writing all GS position descriptions, recruitment, and all administrative functions on the National Coast Guard Museum team.

The Team – Contracting & Accounting

Contracting and Accounting serves as the economic heart of all NCGM operations. From day-to-day purchases to large-scale funding and budgeting, Contracting and Accounting helps to ensure that the museum project financially stays on track.

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Color photography of Chief Petty Office O. Schlicht of the National Coast Guard Museum

Head of Planning

SCPO Otto P. Schlicht, BS, MS

Responsibilities include oversight of planning, contracting and budget as well as serves as the team environmental and construction subject matter expert.

Creed of the United States Coast Guardsman

I revere that long line of expert seamen who by their devotion to duty and sacrifice of self have made it possible for me to be a member of a service honored and respected, in peace and in war, throughout the world.

The Team – Exhibits & Programs

The Exhibits and Programs team is the creative arm of the NCGM unit. Working on projects such as interior and exhibit design, narrative development and historical research, Exhibits and Programs serves to bring the Coast Guard’s story to the public.

Photo: James Brundage
Director of Exhibits and Programs

James Brundage

James Brundage is the Director of Exhibits and Programs for the National Coast Guard Museum, working to establish innovative, educational, and illuminating exhibits and programs. With a dedicated team of exhibit specialists, Mr. Brundage strives to highlight the historic role of the Coast Guard throughout American history and its relevance to the present and future missions of the Coast Guard. Prior to joining the NCGM team, he was the curator of the U.S. Coast Guard Museum, at the Coast Guard Academy.

Color photography of Chief Petty Office E. Rise of the National Coast Guard Museum
Deputy of Exhibits, Programs & Public Affairs

CPO Emaia M. Rise, BFA

Responsibilities include support to the Exhibits & Programs and Public Affairs department heads as well as branding for the National Coast Guard Museum.

Photo: Gabe Christy
Museum Curator

Gabriel T. Christy, MFA

Responsibilities include the management of the exhibit artifacts, research, outreach and spearheading a living history program.

The Team – CG Museum Facilities, Grant Management & Public Affairs

Our Facilities, Grants Management and Public Affairs teams embody versatility while functioning in areas as diverse as government funding, community outreach, online communications, and security.

Photo: Douglas X. Holland
Director of Facilities, Engineering & Security

Douglas X. Holland, BA

Responsibilities include coordinating the USCG’s exhibition fabrication within the NCGMA’s building design. The role oversees environmental compliance, permitting, and licensing to facilitate the construction of each phase of the museum construction as well as security and engineering oversight.
Photo: LCDR Charlayne C. Holliday
Grant Manager

LCdr Charlayne C. Holliday

Responsibilities include administration, policy, and procedures for the award and management of the Congressionally-directed $50M construction grant. Serves as grant SME and coordinates with all internal and external stakeholders.

Color photography of Renee Coleman of the National Coast Guard Museum
Head of Public Affairs

Renee C. Coleman, MART

Responsibilities include providing strategic communication oversight to the NCGM’s internal and external information programs to meet the various needs in consonance with the overall mission and policies of the museum.

Photo: Dwight A. Martino
Web & Social Media

Dwight A. Martino, BSBA

Responsibilities include the development, operation, production, and maintenance of the official NCGM website and social media platforms. Mr. Martino also serves as SME and project manager on communications-focused technical integrations.


Photo: Lt. Cmdr. Carin S. Sweeney
COR Facilities

LCdr Carin S. Sweeney

Responsibilities include serving as facilities contracting officer’s representative, overseeing infrastructure and engineering contracts, maintenance, modernization and compliance to sustain museum readiness. LCDR Sweeney works with technical teams and contractors and previously served as a port engineer for the Medium Endurance Cutter Product Line. 
Photo: Tyler Haskell
Security Specialist

Tyler Haskell, BS Criminal Justice

Responsibilities include physical security, force protection, antiterrorism, vulnerability assessments, inspections, credentialing, procurement, and contract oversight. Mr. Haskell’s background in Coast Guard service, law enforcement, emergency management, and facilities supports resilient operations, asset protection, and emergency preparedness.

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Employment

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Open NCGM positions

Internships

The Museum will offer a limited number of internships each year to qualified students.

Volunteer

Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities for service on the National Coast Guard Museum Team as docents, tour guides, and involvement in many of our different events and programs.